2023-2024 MGM Outreach Events

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The MGM outreach team seeks to connect our graduate students to the greater Durham area by volunteering at local schools and organizations. Below is a list of events we are proposing for the 2023-2024 academic year. As more details are finalized, we will update the poll to include dates/times/shifts for each event.

If you have any questions, please contact the MGM Outreach Co-Chairs:

Peyton Moore (peyton.moore@duke.edu)

Erin Schroeder (erin.schroeder@duke.edu)

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Saturday October 14th (8:30AM - 1:00PM)

Pumpkin Patch Express, Durham Life and Science Museum

Volunteers will stock the pumpkin patch stock, help with activities, make popcorn, assist with the maze, and check-in participants

If you would like to volunteer with the MGM outreach team, we encourage you to register for the above date and time. However, please feel free to select a different date and time that works for your schedule.

PW: PPE2023!

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December 2023 (Date/Time TBD- will occur on weekend)

Holiday in the Park, Durham Life and Science Museum

Volunteers will assist visitors with the train through the North Pole, the “ice skating rink”, and other seasonal activities.

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December 2023 (Date/time TBD)

Green Level High School Genetics and Hereditary Association Panel, Zoom

Students groups perform a literature review and develop a 5-10 minute presentation. As a panel member, you would attend a virtual meeting for 1-2 days, listen to student presentations, and provide feedback.

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Tentative- Saturday March 30th (9AM - 3PM)

FEMMES Capstone Project, Duke University

FEMMES+ Capstone is a free, day-long STEM fair hosted by Duke University FEMMES+ (Females and Allies Excelling More in Math, Engineering, and Science) on the Duke University campus. The day is designed to introduce 4th-6th grade students in the Triangle to math, science, and engineering through fun and hands-on activities led by Duke faculty and various Duke organizations.

Shift 1: 9AM - 12PM

Shift 2: 12PM - 3PM

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Saturday April 13th (Likely 1:30PM - 4PM)

Science Spectacular, Duke University

Science Spectacular occurs during Duke alumni weekend. The event is for children of all ages where booths from different Duke organizations are set up. Children and their families can walk through and participate with different activities prepared at each station. The event takes place in French Family Science Center.

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Saturday April 20th (9:30AM -5:30PM)

Triangle SciTech Expo is a unique event that assembles scientists and technical professionals from universities, organizations and industry to engage visitors of all ages in the excitement of science and technology. We provide leaders in SciTech fields a prominent opportunity to showcase innovations and research while engaging visitors in interactive programs that actively spark their interest in STEM fields. Programs are designed for all ages and stages of learning, and families are encouraged to attend.

Occurs at the Natural Sciences Museum in Raleigh (~35 minute drive from campus). This will be a booth style event.

Shift 1: 9:30 - 12:30

Shift 2: 12:15 - 2:30

Shift 3: 2:15 - 5:30

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Other unscheduled events

We have additional unscheduled activities that can take place depending on volunteer interest. Please check any events that appeal to you, and we will contact you once more information becomes available.

STEM kit packing: Join the Duke Chemistry Department as they prepare science kits to be distributed to Durham Middle Schools

High School Tours: Help facilitate tours of the Duke campus/labs for visiting high school classes

Elementary Science Fairs: These events are traditionally held at night during the weekday. This is a booth style event where we share information about microbes.

Volunteer shift with Durham Life and Science Museum. Occurs during the weekday for 2-4 hours at a time. Possible responsibilities include animal care, outdoor landscaping, education, and event prep

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