Biology 398D - UMass Science Ambassadors Prog

This course is for students who have a passion for communicating about science. We provide training in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) mentoring techniques and in STEM outreach approaches. You have the opportunity to work with small groups of middle school students and inspire them about all things STEM - as you direct their efforts in a STEM research project. You help your students through the entire process of STEM research, from coming up with an idea to communicating their results at a poster session. Experience has shown us that for most students, this experience can be one of the most rewarding you have as an undergraduate! We also work with you to develop your abilities in STEM outreach, from contributing to a STEM blog, to creating classroom demonstrations or experiments you can do in your kitchen. These outreach challenges help you develop a powerful set of STEM communication skills that will serve you well in whatever career path you follow.

To participate, students must commit to enrolling in both the Fall and Spring semesters.


If you love to talk about science, consider joining our STEM mentoring and outreach program. For more information please contact Jenna at jenna@massacademysciences.org.