Dr. Connie Chow, a scientist and educator, infuses STEM with play, feminism and inclusion. She founded The-Exploratory (the-exploratory.org) to empower teachers and girls to bring science to life in Ghana. She’s an associate lecturer in the Honors College at UMass Boston and a visiting social entrepreneur at the Center for Women’s Health and Human Rights at Suffolk University.
We hope you will attend these events by the dynamic Dr. Chow hosted by OPD.
Creating an Inclusive Classroom Environment in STEM
Friday, February 26th, 2016, 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Location of the event will be provided upon registration (see link below)
In our diverse university environment, understanding each student’s unique experience is essential to creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment. In this interactive and dynamic workshop, Dr. Connie Chow will present several case studies and lead a discussion of how to incorporate these ideas in your courses. Case studies will address social and cultural barriers in STEM for undergraduate students, particularly those from under-served and underrepresented populations. Participants will work in small thematic groups and then share with the larger groups. Lunch will be provided and pre-registration is required.
Professional Opportunities for STEM Outreach and Education
Monday, February 29th – 1:25-2:15pm
Scientists with a passion for outreach and education are finding creative ways to inspire future generations of STEM leaders. Dr. Connie Chow will discuss successful outreach initiatives she has led in the US and Ghana while also providing examples for integrating outreach with research in academia and the non-profit sector. Pre-registration is required.
