Science Club

Science Club, an afterschool, mentor-based program for middle school youth developed in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Chicago and Chicago Public Schools (CPS), continues to make a striking difference in the science skills and engagement of its 40 youth members. Based at the Robert R. McCormick location in Uptown, Northwestern graduate student mentors work with youth on a new, 10-week curriculum each quarter.

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Scientific Images Contest

The same scientific research that generates new understanding and innovation also brings unexpected and often breathtaking beauty. Northwestern University's annual scientific images contest, "Capturing the Beauty of Science," celebrates and showcases the aesthetic side of research. In essence, the images represent both scientific data and art.

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Bringing Science into Your Home

For the past four years, the Northwestern University Scientific Images Contest, “Capturing the Beauty of Science,” has brought stunning images and innovative research into the community through public exhibits and talks. Now, you can bring the beauty of science into your home with the help of our online Imagekind store!

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Science Club: Clean Water Challenge

This quarter Science Club kids dive head first into understanding water quality and access, particularly examining the water crisis in Haiti. Students are working with their scientist mentors to analyze contaminated water samples and design water filtration devices that can restore water health. Science Club is also working on several fundraising projects.

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Recent News

Launching the New Year with Two New Websites!

We are excited to announce our all-new Science in Society office website and redesigned online magazine!

Science in Society was founded in 2008 with the goal of connecting scientists to the community. Our...

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Labmates Snag Top Honors in Scientific Images Contest

Radha Boya and Keith Brown have more in common than winning images in the 2013 Scientific Images Contest...

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Science Club Wins STEM Impact Award

In October, our Science Club program won a $10,000 STEM Impact Award from Afterschool Alliance! To celebrate, the ...

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