The SCI Squad, or Science Concepts Illustrated, has been an outreach group led by faculty in the departments of physics and chemistry & biochemistry at South Dakota State University.  The group has been actively engaging in outreach across the northern plains to K-12 schools, national and state science teacher conferences, children's science museums, and other public community events.  The goal of the group is to bring interesting science demonstrations and activities to the community, but also to provide an opportunity for students at the univeristy to engage in the community service.  Over the past 20 years, preservice and inservice teachers, PhD candidates, along with senior and middle school students have participated in these events.  Some of these participants have then engaged in developing activities within their own communities.  Examples of demonstrations and activities will be provided along with evidence of how participants have gained from their experiences in helping to lead activities during these outreach events.

Science concepts illustrated:  Preparing science students to engage with the public

Where thousands of chemistry professionals meet to share ideas and advance scientific and technical knowledge. Spring 2023 abstracts, posters, and presentations will launch at the end of March.

ACS Spring 2023

The official archive and repository for all ACS Meetings & Expositions abstracts and select posters or presentations.