expandingyourhorizonsA hands-on exploration of careers for women in science, technology, engineering and math for 5th through 9th grade girls!

8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Saturday, March 5, 2016Central Washington UniversityEllensburg, Washington

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February 16, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.

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The Information Expo is a great opportunity to talk with workshop presenters and gather information about STEM opportunities in your area or online.

Central Washington University’s Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) is located on North Chestnut Street, north of Black Hall. It is the largest and newest building on campus, where the food court and Wildcat Shop are located. The ballroom is on the second floor in the SURC. Parking is available in the lots around the SURC and the Science Building. Buses may unload students in the I-15 parking lot located on 11th Ave, a block north of University Way, and then park in any available lot. Look for the EYH bus sign. Transportation is not provided by CWU.

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Schedule Saturday, March 5, 2016

What’s in it for me?

The choices you make in school today will affect your career opportunities for years to come. Come find out about exciting careers from women who work in science, technology, engineering, and math fields in our part of Washington. Let us show you the possibilities!

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8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m.–9:15 a.m. Introduction

9:30 a.m.–10:20 a.m. Workshop Session A

10:35 a.m.–11:25 a.m. Workshop Session B

11:40 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Workshop Session C

12:45 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Closing session,

lunch (provided) and

giveaways

1. Flowers and Scales and Spikes, Oh My!Jenny DechaineHave you ever touched a plant that collapses when you tickle it? Have you ever watched a chameleon change color or held a live snake? Take a trip to our own tropical rainforest, the CWU greenhouse, to explore the many fascinating ways that plants and animal survive in the wild.

2. Draw SpiroGraph Stars with Computer ProgrammingKathy MooreExperience the exciting scientific and artistic aspects of computer programming! Learn to draw pictures by typing commands into a computer, instead of drawing the pictures yourself. Draw stars similar to ones you might create with SpiroGraph! See what other scientific and artistic creations can be drawn, such as a water molecule and a picture of Mickey Mouse!

3. Probablilities Tour Yvonne ChuehCONGRATULATIONS! You’ve been hired to help manage the U.S. tour of a hot new band, The Probabilities. Use your probability smarts and choose your tour cities wisely: Every concert may not make money. Are you ready to begin?

4. TsunamisBre MacInnesCan you run faster than a tsunami? Where do we expect them and what should you do if one occurs?

5. EarthquakesKeegan FenglerWhy does the earth quake? Make your own earthquake and figure out which buildings survive the shaking.

6. Keeping the Lights OnSarah Davis & Carol JaegerEver wonder what it takes to have electricity available at the exact moment you flip the switch? Come discover the ways electricity is made and how it is delivered to your home or school.

7. Mathematical TilingBrandy WiegersThere are many mathematical problems that involve tiling (covering) all the squares on a chessboard (or similar board) with tiles of various sizes. We’ll be talking about these problems and then taking tiling to the next level, with new shapes and sizes of tiles covering all types of surfaces. Plan to roll up your sleeves and move those tiles around.

8. Let’s Talk ScienceAllyson Rogan-KlyveLove science and want to share? Come join us for activities that help communicate important ideas in science and are designed to help people learn. This workshop will be especially helpful if you are considering being a teacher.

9. Police Line: You Could Cross It!Jennifer MargheimJoin in on learning what it means to be a police woman. Learn how to catch the bad guys with C.S.I. and how to put the cuffs on. You may also find out just how heavy our police gear can be.

10. Fur n’ BonesTiffany BishopLearn how biologists gain information about animals based on clues including the shape of the skull and placement of the eyes, then use your finely honed skills to determine information about your mystery animal.

11. Chemistry and Growing Crops: How do they Mix?Brittany Holmes

Most crops are treated with pesticides. These chemicals help farmers and food distributors, but they can also pose a risk to the consumer. To ensure consumer safety, state and federal residue monitoring programs routinely analyze samples for hundreds of chemical residues. In this session, as a Junior Chemist for the WSDA and USDA you will use your critical thinking skills, the scientific process, and analytical chemistry to extract, separate, and identify different chemical residues in a food sample.

12. The Science of HumansCWU’s Anthropology DepartmentAnthropology is the study of humans: all humans, in all places, throughout all time! Learn how to write in an ancient language or how to identify the fossils of hominids. Discover stone tools used by humans thousands of years ago and find out what monkeys, apes, and other primates can tell us about humans! Learn how to play a fun game from another culture! By taking a journey into the field of anthropology you will learn more about humans . . . including yourself!

13. Got Lactase?April Binder and Lucinda CarnellPeople who are lactose intolerant don’t; they are missing an enzyme (lactase) that breaks down lactose sugar because of defects in their DNA. We will show you how scientists study enzymes, genes (DNA) and test for diseases like lactose intolerance.

14. Geographic Information Systems – Helping Tell Stories Through MapsJennifer HackettDo you enjoy both creative and technical activities? Have you always been fascinated by maps? GIS (Geographic Information Systems) may be the field for you. GIS is one of the most flexible STEM fields – it is used by graphic designers, programmers, biologists, hydrologists, and even Starbucks. Manastash Mapping serves clients such as the Ellensburg Daily Record, Mid Columbia Fisheries, Mentor Law, and the Kittitas County Chamber.

15. Career Firefighter… Is it for you?Melissa IsotaloGain some hands on experience climbing a ladder, extinguishing a mock fire and rescuing a victim by using the tools from our trade!

16. Physics of SportsErin CraigWill a softball fly further with a wooden bat or a metal bat? What is the best angle to serve a volleyball? What does it take to win a tug-of-war? How does an ice skater spin quickly? Come join us for a hands-on exploration of how physics applies to the everyday world of sports.

17. Is your future written in the stars?Cassie FallscheerAre you curious about stars, galaxies and the cosmos? Let’s take a trip through the universe and explore the last frontier.

18. Want to be a Martian?Darci SnowdenEver wondered what it takes to be an astronaut? Want to help plan the next mission to Mars? Come learn about Mars and plan your own mission.

19. Physics in your FutureDeanna MarshallHave you considered a career as a Physicists or Astronomer? Join me on a magical mystery tour as we explore career opportunities in the field of physics.

20. On TRACK to Natural ResourcesMelissa BabikDo you love fish and wildlife but find animals secretive and elusive? Find out how radio telemetry helps us learn more about populations and their long migrations!

21. Science of the MindBonnie HartmanAre there really mind readers? How can a psychiatrist tell what you are thinking and feeling? Learn how to ask the right questions and see the clues to help you understand people.

22. Ranging in WashingtonJodi LeingangLearn what it’s like to be a Tapash CFLRP Coordinator on the Planning, Range, and Botany Staff for the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest, Naches Ranger District!

23. Exploring Wild PlacesDebra DavisLearn about backcountry jobs including wilderness monitoring, trail maintenance, wildlife management and botany, and fire management. Various tools will be demonstrated. You will be introduced to a map and compass, and basic identification of local conifer trees.

24. Environmental ConsultingMary MonahanWe are a consulting firm that specializes in environmental services such as fisheries administration support and feasibility studies to large-scale survival studies in the US and worldwide.

25. Wildlife ManagementWashington Department of Fish and WildlifeLearn how Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife employees manage and restore aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems!

26. A Different Kind of Veterinary MedicineDana DobbsYou will learn the roles of a WSDA field veterinarian and Army Veterinary Corps veterinarian through exciting stories and photos. Zoonotic disease transmission will be demonstrated and you can experience the field technique of Glo Germ® hand washing.

27. 230 Feet High: Working in a Wind TurbineAndrea NesbittLearn about operating wind turbines with a tower building activity. Get to know a climbing harness. How do you conduct an inspection 230 feet off the ground?

28. The Art and Science of Computer ProgrammingCWU’s Computer Science DepartmentBe the mind behind the mechanics as you use both your creative and your scientific side to learn basic programming. How do robots move? How do special effects in movies get created? Computer scientists know how the magic gets made!

29. Dinosaurs!Jana MabryWhat did dinosaurs eat? Did they waddle or run? Analyze fossil dinosaur tracks to solve a mystery about these ancient creatures.

30. Food; Your Body’s FuelEmily ShawCars run on gas, your body runs on Food! Come learn about Nutrition and how the food you eat affects your body in good ways and bad.

31. What It Takes to be a Dental HygienistSusan Savage Dental hygiene is a rapidly evolving healthcare profession. Dental hygienists are a highly educated healthcare providers that offer oral health care, education and oral health counseling to their patients. Being a part of an oral healthcare team is rewarding and fulfilling. See how you can prepare to become a part of this healthcare team.