Some older lab instruments may have outlived their usefulness in Fermilab experiments, but that doesn’t mean they can’t live on in other science projects.
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From The Doings/Chicago Tribune, Feb. 3, 2017: STEM events in LaGrange included a visit from Fermilab’s Jerry Zimmerman, better known as Mr. Freeze, and his demonstrations of cryogenics.
The Escaramujo Project delivered detector technology by van to eight universities in Latin America.
Fermilab’s Family Open House is a chance for the whole family to spend an afternoon learning about science in a hands-on way and have fun doing it. This year’s event will mark Fermilab’s 50th anniversary with a new show and several activities for kids and their parents to enjoy.
From the Naperville Sun, Jan. 26, 2017: A gravity collider, gravity accelerator, shape shooter, ramps and curves machine, and a mini linear accelerator were on loan to Graham Elementary School three days this week from Fermilab.
Since its inception in 1980 by then-Fermilab Director Leon Lederman, Saturday Morning Physics has been one of the most popular outreach initiatives at Fermilab.
Fermilab’s TRAC program helps middle and high school teachers turn lab experiences into lessons or exercises for their students.
Fermilab partners with Rahm’s Readers Summer Learning Challenge to offer 30 programs to help Chicago children develop a deeper understanding of science.
From The Beacon News, June 13, 2016: Fermilab usually invites the public indoors to attend expos and science demonstrations, but Sunday afternoon was a day to be outside for the ninth annual Family Outdoor Fair.
From Chicago Tribune/Beacon-News, April 21, 2016: Fermilab’s annual STEM Career Expo brought together Fermilab scientists and engineers as well as local companies and research organizations in order for teens to learn about careers in math and science.