Outreach
Science Research Mentorship Program at Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy
The Science Research Mentorship (SRM) program launched in 2012 and connects Kenilworth
middle school students with university faculty members and graduate students to conduct
experiments that lead to science fair projects. This program has been transformative
for students, many of whom have gone on to win awards and receive recognition in various
competitions. The Marvel Lab works with students on understanding slip casting processes
to design and fabricate durable ceramic crucibles.
Kenilworth Science Research Mentorship
Louisiana Board of Regents STEM Speakers Bureau: Speaking of Science
The Speaking of Science (SoS) program provides students in every type of school—urban
and rural, poor and rich, public and private—exposure to the best researchers in Louisiana.
The purpose is to increase public awareness of exciting research and development in
Louisiana, spark the interest of students in STEM professions and showcase the excellence
of Louisiana’s leading faculty and professionals. Speakers are available free of charge
to speak to students, educators, and parents throughout Louisiana on a variety of
topics in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Dr. Marvel's current
presentation is called Exposing the Natural Beauty of Materials: Insights into Materials Characterization where he summarizes the field of microstructure characterization and shows how the
atomic structures of materials are much more organized than most realize!
Speaking of Science (SoS) – LA Office of Sponsored Programs
High School Summer Research Program
As part of its strategic plan, mission, and vision, the LSU College of Engineering
is dedicated to developing students into the next generation of transformative problem
solvers for the local region, the state, and beyond. The High School Summer Research
(HSSR) Program is an outreach initiative aimed at engaging high-achieving high school
students in real research in the fields of engineering, computer science, and construction
management. HSSR interns have opportunities to learn from faculty research groups
and understand how they work, what inspires them, and how to continue in fields related
to engineering in college and beyond. In addition to their work on a research team/project,
HSSR interns also attend workshops that include trainings on safety, research best
practices, ethics in research, and communication. The program culminates in a poster
presentation for students to present their research projects, which is mandatory for
the completion of the internship.
High School Summer Research Program
LSU ENGage
What does an engineer do? Come get your passport to engineering careers by going around
the lab in 180 minutes. Students will tour research labs at LSU in the renovated engineering
building (Patrick F. Taylor Hall) and participate in hands-on demonstrations led by
professors and undergraduate students.This event is FREE and open to 6th-8th grade
classes on a first come, first serve basis. One teacher/chaperone for every 10 students
is required; maximum of 40 students per school. Learn about bioengineering, biomedical
engineering, nanomaterials, electrochemistry, clean energy, waste water treatment,
and many other engineering topics. Dr. Marvel's group provides hands-on demonstrations
to learn about ceramic processing and why ceramics are the materials of the future.
LSU ENGage