Tag: STEM
STEM: S is for Science
To define science or to explain what it is can be very challenging. Mirriam-Webster Dictionary provides multiple definitions but I think the most fitting is as follows… “Science: knowledge or a system of knowledge covering general truths or the operation of general laws especially as obtained and tested through scientific method”. The scientific method guides even […]
Learning science…. You can help inspire youth!
Do you remember first learning about science? What was your experience like? Did you love it? Science. Technology. Engineering. Math. These “STEM” skills are important, both for individual success and community sustainability. And yet, we are falling short. Far too many young people say they “don’t like” science or “can’t do” math. We even hear […]
Science Education Matters!
“Oh, I hate science,” nine-year-old Sarah* stated matter-of-factly during a recent week long educational program at the National Marine Life Center. “But you’re here!” I said in surprise, “You’re in this program!” “But I love animals!”, she replied, as if the answer was obvious. Four days later, Sarah proudly demonstrated to her parents how she […]
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Hello everyone and welcome back to #sealsunday! Did you know our patients get weighed every week? Tracking weight is an important part of how we
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There's still time to sign up for our Feet For Flippers 5K! raceroster.com/events/2022/62812/feet-for-flippers-5k
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Hello, and welcome back to #FactFriday! We have exciting news…2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the Marine Mammal Protection Act! To celebrate, we are going
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We are back at it again with this week’s #wishlistwednesday posting! At the top of the list this week are waterproof bibs (of any color
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Check it out! It's this years race t-shirt logo. Thank you to volunteer Hanah C. for creating this unique design. ONLY THE FIRST 200 PEOPLE
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Are looking for a way to give back? Come join our team! We are currently looking for interns join us from October to February to
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It's the best day of the week #sealsunday. This Sunday we are sharing our recent release video of Pepe the King Prawn and The Swedish
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Video features two harbor seal pup patients that were rehabilitated by the National Marine Life Center. These pups were cared for from May 2022 till