January 2019 – July 2022
Berkeley Community Scholars is looking for volunteers to help high school scholars as they navigate their path to higher education. Mentorship by those who have already been through this process increases the chances of students completing college and increasing their future opportunities. https://berkeleyscholars.org/get-involved/mentor/
Berkeley Lab and SLAC are hosting a joint virtual summer camp called Science Accelerating Girls’ Engagement in STEM (SAGE-S). Join us on Monday, June 22, at noon to learn about more about volunteering and ways to support this program. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MHJxa2xwYmU1dGVzM21rcTlkN3I2ajJvZGogbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_4s4rrg12l6eqg6ncmc2kt0vcgg%40group.calendar.google.com
Ever wonder what goes on within Berkeley Lab’s iconic dome building? The Lab’s particle accelerator supports research in a wide variety of fields. In this episode, airing Friday, June 19, at 2 p.m., we’ll build a crystal together and learn how x-ray crystallography is used to examine structures. https://k12education.lbl.gov/home-resources/live-science-series
Throughout the summer, the Lab’s K-12 office is hosting live science webinars for employees and their families, and the community. Consider presenting your research, hobby, or other activity you enjoy during future episodes in the series. Learn more and sign up on the K-12 website. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYOcBFj7FEXemJlhYQBU5_L24lP1cIn6ZJ3jDPbvqQHlxMMQ/viewform
As part of the DOE Office of Science Summer Speaker Series for undergraduate interns, Karen Skubal will provide an overview of the Office of Science as well information on other DOE program offices. The talk begins at 9:30 a.m. Click for login information and additional details. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=Nmx0ZmlubnBkM2VxaW92OHE3cmFidmIzYm8gbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_4s4rrg12l6eqg6ncmc2kt0vcgg%40group.calendar.google.com
The Lawrence Hall of Science will offer engaging virtual science discovery camps this summer. Camps include Investigating slime (grades 1–2), making quicksand (grades 3–5), designing and building bridges (middle school), and coding space probes (high school). https://www.lawrencehallofscience.org/visit/camps_and_classes/summer_camps
Berkeley Lab and SLAC are hosting a joint virtual summer camp called Science Accelerating Girls’ Engagement in STEM (SAGE-S) to foster innovation and engage intelligent and passionate young women. The camp runs August 2-7. Sign-up to speak or facilitate activities on the SAGE-S website. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MHJxa2xwYmU1dGVzM21rcTlkN3I2ajJvZGogZWRpdGhsYWlAbGJsLmdvdg&tmsrc=edithlai%40lbl.gov
BLDAP is a summer high school program for underrepresented minorities in STEM to develop research and coding skills, receive career guidance, and form a STEM network. The virtual program will take place from July 6 – 30. Read about the program, volunteer roles, and how to sign up. https://k12education.lbl.gov/programs/high-school/BLDAP
Our community needs you. During this difficult time, many local organizations are seeking donations and volunteers. Find out how you can make a difference. https://diversity.lbl.gov/2020/06/03/donation-and-volunteer-opportunities/
Looking for ways to support and mentor talented and motivated, yet underserved young adults? Learn more about Year-Up’s internship program, and mentorship and volunteer opportunities. Hosted by Berkeley Lab Talent Outreach. https://calendar.google.com/event?action=TEMPLATE&tmeid=MnVwYjJ2b2lnbGRta2dtNGdlYzlmZmlnM2EgbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&tmsrc=lbl.gov_4s4rrg12l6eqg6ncmc2kt0vcgg%40group.calendar.google.com