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West Island high schoolers participate in summer research at McGill’s Gault Nature Reserve

webfull — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:12:16 +0000

by Christine Pallon, Communications Officer, Faculty of Science

Every year, McGill’s Gault Nature Reserve in Mont-Saint-Hilaire welcomes a host of student researchers. This past summer, there was a new addition to the usual group of young scientists at the Reserve: four high schoolers from Montréal’s West Island.

Published: 18 November 2024

Celebrating 10 years of Chemistry Outreach!

webfull — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:55:35 +0000

Congratulations to the Chemistry Outreach group, which celebrated its 10-year anniversary during McGill’s Open House on October 27^th! Over 250 people joined the festivities and enjoyed hands-on activities, magnificent demos, and chemistry-themed refreshments throughout the day.

Published: 31 October 2024

Family Science Day: McGill’s Family Friendly Foray into Science

webfull — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 19:14:40 +0000

by Phuong Hoang, Faculty of Science Communications Associate

Published: 18 October 2024

McGill’s Computer Science Camp inspires next generation of coders

webfull — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:33:26 +0000

After a hiatus of about a decade, the McGill Computer Science Summer Camp once again welcomed students from Montreal high schools and CEGEPs to the downtown campus this summer. The camp was a group effort organized by students, staff and faculty across the computer science community. Students participated in four packed days of talks, hands-on activities and coding sessions, to learn about computer science.

Published: 9 September 2024

Frederic Bertley receives honorary doctorate degree for his astounding work in science education

webfull — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:45:39 +0000

Frederic Bertley was amongst a group of leaders to receive an honorary degree from McGill this spring. For the past eight years, Bertley has served as the President and CEO of the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), which features the largest science outreach program in North America.

Published: 30 August 2024

Science fair fun in Kahnawà:ke

webfull — Wed, 22 May 2024 14:46:38 +0000

Every year in Kahnawà:ke, a Kanien:keha’ka community on Montreal’s South Shore, students present their projects at a science fair organized by the Kahnawà:ke Education Center (KEC).

For more than 15 years, KEC Science Curriculum Consultant Kathy Walsh has supported students at schools across the community as they prepare projects in the weeks leading up to the annual fair. This year, she and KEC Science Projects Liaison Mya Bordeau enlisted the assistance of McGill’s Office of Science Outreach to bring McGill students into the classroom as mentors.

Published: 22 May 2024

Inspiring the next generation of scientists: Future Innovators Science Fair

webfull — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:05:19 +0000

On March 27th, in collaboration with Real Ventures, McGill's Chemistry Outreach Group joined other STEM experts and educators for the Future Innovators Science Fair at the Royal Charles Elementary School for International Women’s Month.

Published: 24 April 2024

Celebrating all of our science outreach volunteers

webfull — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 17:42:49 +0000

National Volunteer Week: April 14-20, 2024

The theme for this year's National Volunteer Week is Every Moment Matters. It highlights the importance of every volunteer and each contribution they make at a moment when we need support more than ever. The sharing of time, skills, empathy, and creativity is vital to the inclusivity, strength, and wellbeing of our communities.

Published: 15 April 2024

Thousands flock to McGill to take in solar eclipse

webfull — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 18:48:45 +0000

On Monday April 8th, thousands of people flocked to McGill's downtown and MacDonald campuses, as well as Gault Nature Reserve, to witness a once-in-a-lifetime event: the total solar eclipse. The three spectacular events not only included a viewing party with free glasses, but also educational activities to inform the public on this astronomical phenomenon. Read the Reporter article on the eclipse festivities to learn more.

Published: 11 April 2024

Night Lights and Scientific Delights: Nuit blanche at McGill

webfull — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:50:46 +0000

by Phuong Hoang, Faculty of Science Communications Assistant

True to its name, Montréal’s Nuit blanche is an annual celebration of the vibrant culture of the city, with thematic itineraries and extended business hours that ensure festival-goers a night of endless excitement. From flower printing workshops to ghost story roundtables, Nuit blanche invited Montrealers to share and express their creativity through a diverse range of activities at different locations across Montréal.

Published: 3 April 2024