Science Math Resource Center

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Applications to host a Geospatial Skills Camps for Rural Montana Youth in June 2025 are due Jan. 29

The MSU Science Math Resource Center has been funded by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research to create Exploring Our Place: Geospatial Skills Camps for Rural Montana Youth. SMRC is accepting applications from organizations that wish to host a week-long camp in a rural Montana community in June 2025. The camp is designed for rising 9th and 10th graders who have been under-served in STEM. All camp supplies and curricula are provided; the host organization also receives educator training and stipend, and funds for room rental, transportation, lunches and snacks, and STEM supplies for students. No prior experience or knowledge is required.

Learn more and apply at montana.edu/smrc/geo-skills.html. For more information, contact us at geoskills@montana.edu. Applications are due Jan. 29, 2025. 

Science Olympiad State Tournament is March 4, 2025; Registration deadline Jan. 31

The MSU Science Math Resource Center is pleased to announce preparations for the 41st Annual Science Olympiad State Tournament at the campus of Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana. The state tournament will take place Tuesday, March 4, 2025, and registration for teams is now open.

We hosted a coaches' kickoff on Nov. 6 with pertinent information to new, veteran, and potential coaches alike. Watch the recording here.

Founded in 1984, the Science Olympiad is the premier team STEM competition in the nation, providing standards-based challengesto middle and high school teams.  Would your STEM educators, school administrator, or families like to learn more?  Visit the Science Olympiad webpage HERE.

Come visit the STEM Lending Library!

The Science Math Resource Center's STEM Lending Library is filled with books, kits and hands-on resources for use in educational outreach. MSU students, staff and faculty and in-service educators can check out materials. The SMRC staff is happy to make recommendations of appropriate resources for age groups and situations.

We alsowelcome inquiries and new projects from researchers who wish to create and disseminate educational resources for broader impacts and outreach.

The STEM Lending Library is located in Reid 413 (enter through Reid 412). Learn more about the Lending Library HERE.