Chemistry in the Community
The Department of Chemistry offers a dynamic range of outreach programs designed to spark curiosity and enthusiasm for science.
Through interactive discussions and hands-on experiments, these programs bring the wonders of chemistry to life, fostering a love for science in young minds. They transform learning into thrilling competitions and collaborative challenges, making the discovery process both fun and engaging. Additionally, innovative activities that blend art with science help make complex concepts accessible and exciting. These efforts are dedicated to engaging with the community and inspiring the next generation of scientists by making chemistry both approachable and exhilarating for all ages.
There are a variety of outreach opportunities listed below:
Battle STEM
Since 2009, high school students have come to campus in May (in 2020 it was virtual) to compete in science challenges. In 2019, teachers signed up and brought over 1200 high school students to compete. Over 1,000 students compete!
Creative Encounters with Science
Creative Encounters promotes science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education amongst youth using a fun, activity-based approach to learning. Our mission is to inspire, support, and spark curiosity in the minds of youth through engaging kids in hands-on STEM activities at our summer day camps, classroom workshops, after-school clubs, community outreach events, and more.
Let's Talk Science
Let's Talk Science connects educators and youth with outstanding volunteers to deliver a wide variety of meaningful science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) learning experiences in both school and community settings. The national Let's Talk Science Outreach program is offered free of charge thanks to more than 3,500 post-secondary student volunteers at over 50 post-secondary Outreach sites, including ours.
Class Visits
We offer a limited number of campus visits for grades 11s in April and grade 12s in December. Students will have the opportunity to experience a short chemistry lecture followed by a hands on lab experiment in a real teaching laboratory. Space is limited to a max of 40 students per visit. Reach out today to learn more!
College-wide Events
There is always something going on at the University of Guelph. Check out the latest events.
Interested in doing chemistry outreach but not sure what program is the best fit for you? Email Jean Hein and we will try to find a program that fits!
