Elon showcased its interdisciplinary approach to innovation, giving STEM educators an inside look at faculty expertise, student research and emerging opportunities.
Hosted by the North Carolina Association for Biomedical Research (NCABR), Elon University welcomed in more than 20 high school STEM teachers from across the state for the Rx for Science Literacy’s “Regenerative Medicine: Where are We Now and Where are We Headed – Outer Space, AI and More” workshop on November 12.
“This workshop provides yet another way for us to be able to showcase our new School of Engineering and Computing to people who are connected to the field,” said John Walz, dean of the School. “Many middle and high school teachers work with young students who may be interested in degrees in our fields. By introducing these teachers to our programs and the work happening here at Elon, we give them the chance to share what they learn with their students. That outreach will benefit our School as we move forward.”
The day-long workshop allowed teachers to gain an overview of the Rx for Science Literacy curriculum manual’s updated and expanded regenerative medicine chapter. Participants heard from NCABR and Elon officials along with Joan Schanck from the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine in the morning.
Following a break for lunch, attendees toured Elon’s Francis Center, home of the School of Health Sciences, before hearing from the School of Engineering and Computing leadership and learning about student projects and research in Innovation Hall. The day concluded with a discussion of research opportunities.