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STEM@SVSU Fall 2023 Newsletter (1,724KB)
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STEM@SVSU Fall 2022 Newsletter (4,766KB)
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STEM@SVSU Fall 2020 Newsletter (1,236KB)
STEM@SVSUWinter2019 (226KB)
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STEM@SVSU in the News
Two MidMichigan Schools Receive MiSTEM Funding - June 7, 2023
Chief Science Officers program receives GM grant - June 7, 2023
SVSU, MiSTEM Recognize, Reward 'STEM Stars' - STEM Pipeline April 5, 2021
SVSU, MiSTEM recognize and reward 'STEM Stars' - Midland Daily News April 1, 2021
April 13, 2018
Nostalgia, school spirit defines Bay City Western teacher’s return to SVSU during FIRST Robotics event
?On the outside, Vicki Stoddard this week is clad in pink clothing. As she contemplates her surroundings, though, she can’t help but feel a familiar swell of “red pride” in her heart.
April 5, 2018
SVSU’s Leonard a finalist for top adviser award in FIRST Robotics worldwide competition
There is life in the machinery for John Leonard. The Saginaw Valley State University laboratory support coordinator has enjoyed working with electronics in machine shop environments for as long as he can remember. What really brings him joy, though, is working alongside - and teaching - others who share the sentiment.
June 6, 2017
Alex Fullerton: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Less than a year after a roadway crash claimed his left leg — and nearly his life — Alex Fullerton was where he belonged: back at full speed behind the wheel of an Indy-style car he helped build. His perseverance comes naturally.
June 6, 2017
Alec Ward: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Alec Ward has a gift for solving math problems, and he wants to share that talent with others. “No question, he has been one of our best students ever,” said Amy Hlavacek, associate professor of mathematics. “He’s already great at teaching others math.”
June 6, 2017
Sarah Albanawi: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Driven to solve complex problems, Sarah Albanawi knows her choices defy some preconceptions.
May 22, 2017
Isabelle Pacitto: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Isabelle Pacitto came to SVSU with a passion for helping others and leaves inspired to make it her life's work, thanks to engaging with a campus community filled with servant leaders.
May 22, 2017
Sarah Tennyson: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
“I like to stay positive and keep a positive outlook on life.” Sarah Tennyson's optimism at first might seem odd coming from someone once kept alive by a feeding tube, she admitted.
May 22, 2017
Kevin Finley: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
As a future accounting asset to The Dow Chemical Company, Kevin Finley crossed the graduation stage in May 2017 with excitement and a firm sense of purpose after five years at Saginaw Valley State University.
May 11, 2017
Sloan Klaski: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Sloan Klaski looks to the future with excitement and a smile on his face as he describes his goals in the years to come. Many Saginaw Valley State University graduates share his positive outlook; few have faced as many obstacles.
May 11, 2017
Iridian Juarez: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
One shift. That is all it took for Iridian Juarez to leave an impression in SVSU President Don Bachand’s office so strong that it led Mary Kowaleski, the president’s executive assistant, into a figurative tug-of-war for more of Juarez’s time.
April 14, 2017
FIRST Robotics student enjoys competition at SVSU, her future college home
The Algonac High School senior is among the nearly 5,000 high school students attending the statewide FIRST Robotics competition hosted by Saginaw Valley State University this week.
April 1, 2017
FIRST Robotics, Cardinal Formula Racing provide foundation for business started by SVSU mechanical engineering alum
As the founder and president of a design and engineering company, Nevin Steinbrink appreciates the opportunity to build things. He also appreciates the things that built him.
March 30, 2017
SVSU students hope their firefighting robot douses competition at international contest
In its attempt to douse a fire, “Card-Bot 1.0” is blazing a trail for a new STEM-oriented student organization at Saginaw Valley State University.
February 16, 2017
SVSU to host FIRST in Michigan statewide high school robotics competition
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome nearly 5,000 high school students from across Michigan for the statewide FIRST Robotics competition Wednesday, April 12 through Saturday, April 15. Including professional mentors and family members, an estimated 7,500 people will descend on the Great Lakes Bay Region for the competition, which is designed to inspire students to pursue careers in the STEM fields: science, technology, engineering and math.
November 30, 2016
SVSU professor receives national neuroscience honor
A Saginaw Valley State University educator has earned accolades from colleagues nationally for his commitment to support and empower students with research opportunities.
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