Lawrence Hall of Science, UC Berkeley

Why should you support The Lawrence? We stand for science, and get kids excited about learning science. When you donate, your generosity connects millions of kids with science: in classrooms and communities across the U.S., in our Berkeley science center, and in the way our research changes the science learning landscape. Donate before 9 p.m. tonight to participate in our 24-hour fundraiser! You can make a big difference for kids and science during the Big Give. lwrnce.org/biggive

How can we rewrite learning outcomes to be more expansive and, therefore, more inclusive of how communities of color connect with the outdoors? Our Center for Environmental Learning would like to invite professionals who are working in environmental learning spaces and identify as a person of color to join us for a conversation where together we will explore: ?? What you would like youth to take away from nature-based learning experiences? ?? What experiences and perspectives shaped what you find meaningful for youth? Please join us virtually on: ??? March 11 (12:30 PT/3:30 ET) or ??? March 13 (5:30 PT/8:30 ET) Together we will share our stories and insights about what environmental learning outcomes should be centered and uplifted. In gratitude for your thoughts, time, and expertise, we will provide a $50 gift card to plática participants! RSVP for March 11: https://lnkd.in/gs_tvs-p RSVP for March 13: https://lnkd.in/gkfGAyKd ?? Interested in more updates from our Center for Environmental Learning? Stay connected and sign up for the newsletter: https://lnkd.in/grtHTKV5 ?? What is Ecotone? Ecotone is the Center for Environmental Learning’s FREE, virtual networking and professional learning platform. Stay up to date and join our growing virtual network! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gJuZhthW #education #STEM #educators #k12 #environmentallearning #bayarea

What does issue-oriented science teaching look like? When science connects to real-world issues—like sustainability, public health, or clean energy—students engage more, think critically, and see its impact in their lives. For new teachers, this approach makes science more relevant and helps spark curiosity. When students explore complex problems with no single “right” answer, they take an active role in learning. How can we bring more of this into classrooms? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g5ub2MHf AAAS ARISE Network Authors: Maia Binding, Senior Curriculum and Professional Learning Specialist Wendy Jackson, Ph.D., Senior Curriculum and Professional Learning Specialist

I’m excited to have our paper published in a special topics issue of the Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology. In our paper we call for more collaboration around program evaluation and research to improve the quality and outcomes of intensive teen STEM programs. Kelly Lynn Mulvey, Deborah Wasserman, Christine (Kit) Klein, Mahmoud Abouelkheir, Bernadette Chi Let us know if you’d be interested in joining a collaborative network! (https://lnkd.in/gb_m-DSq) Abstract: Intensive youth STEM programs serve high school students in informal learning spaces such as museums and community centers. They engage participants over weeks, months, or years, focusing on long-term STEM outcomes, especially for populations historically marginalized in STEM fields. However, many of these programs operate independently or in silos, limiting opportunities for collective learning and improvement. Isolation is driven by factors such as diverse organizational types, funding sources, program sizes, content focus, and research and evaluation capacities. Furthermore, conducting longitudinal studies to track participant outcomes is rare and expensive. To address these challenges, this paper proposes a conversation toward the establishment of a collaborative network to support research collaboration and knowledge integration, exchange, and translation. Such a network would strengthen the capacity of these programs, improve long-term outcomes for participants, and contribute to the broader STEM education and career research community, enhancing the overall impact of intensive youth STEM programs.

Science educators, we need your insights! Dynamoid, in partnership with The Lawrence Hall of Science, is developing immersive virtual reality (VR) and web-based visualization learning experiences to support teaching of challenging high school science concepts. We want to hear directly from science educators about what would make these tools most useful in the classroom. How can immersive technology best support science education? Share your expertise in our quick 10-minute survey—your input will help shape the future of these innovative learning experiences. ?? As a thank you, you’ll be entered into a raffle for one of five $50 Visa gift cards! ?? Take the survey by February 7: https://bit.ly/4jMygMz

The Lawrence Hall of Science is hiring Summer Camp Educators for our 2025 Elementary Summer Camps!?? We're looking for passionate candidates interested in engaging kids in science and summer camp activities, mentoring interns who have been rigorously selected and trained, and building a community of adults with a passion for science education! Key Details: ? Full-Time, 40-hrs a week, Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-5PM ??? Must be available to work May 19-August 15, 2025. ?? The pay range for this position is $24.76 - $28.00 per hour. Interested? Visit https://lnkd.in/gf7g-FDP to apply! #summerjobs #berkeley #camps #ucberkeley #education

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We’re hiring a Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing at The Lawrence Hall of Science! Are you passionate about advancing a brand’s visibility and impact? Skilled at collaborating with organizational leaders to drive mission-focused success? This role is your chance to take the lead in sharing the impact and visibility of UC Berkeley's public science center, as it shapes the future of science learning. Ready to make a difference—or know someone who is? Share the word! ?? Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gbmQdbMA #hiring #bayarea #communications #marketing #communicationsjobs

Today is #GivingTuesday! Give to The Lawrence today, and join us as we inspire tomorrow through science learning and discovery! Donate now: lwrnce.org/give

The Lawrence is Hiring ? We are looking for an enthusiastic fundraiser to join our Development team. Do you enjoy getting to know people and helping them achieve their philanthropic goals? Help us inspire kids with science education and advance equity and opportunity in science learning by joining The Lawrence as a Major Gifts Officer! Apply today! https://lnkd.in/gp83VN8B