Empowering the next generation of STEM professionals
Girls in STEM is a series of educational programs throughout the year that encourages interest in science and engineering among female students in grades 4-8.
Launched in 2013, the program offers a supportive and collaborative environment for girls to engage with each other while working on activities and projects that introduce them to STEM concepts such as science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Girls in STEM also partners with companies and mentors to speak with students about opportunities in STEM and as a future profession.
Upcoming Girls in STEM Events
Arctic Archaeology
December 14 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Grades 4-8
$20 per Participant
Curious what it would be like to be an archaeologist? What about an Arctic archaeologist? At the next Girls in STEM event, you can become just that! Through hands-on activities, STEM Mentor engagement and like-minded peer connections, participants will discover how to excavate ancient artifacts from icy conditions, piece back together their findings and learn how to survive in ultra-cold conditions.
Lunch will be provided.
LOUD SCIENCE!!!
January 11, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Grades 4-8
$20 per Participant
Curious about the science of sound? Explore vibrations, sound waves and more!
Lunch will be provided.
Girls in STEM Zine
Check out the bilingual, 18-page handbook featuring profiles with real-world STEM mentors, interactive experiments, activity guides for grades K–12, links to videos and more.
STEM Career Exposure
Arizona Science Center provides a behind-the-scenes look at careers and businesses that authentically represent women in science, technology, engineering and math.
A Look at Girls in STEM
Take a look at a typical Girls in STEM event as a mentor guides the group in dissecting a rainbow trout!
Become a Mentor!
STEM Mentors impact the lives of Participants in a variety of ways, including helping with challenges, engaging the Participants in different projects, and, most importantly, a chance to mentor and inspire young girls* to consider exciting careers in STEM. We are in need of both English- and Spanish-speaking STEM Mentors.
Scholarships
Arizona Science Center is committed to providing access to exceptional educational experiences in STEM learning, regardless of ability to pay program fees. Scholarships for all of our Girls in STEM events are available thanks to generous donors and community partners. To apply for a scholarship for any of our Girls in STEM events, please complete the short online application below.
Inclusivity at Arizona Science Center
Our Girls in STEM program is open to anyone who identifies as female regardless of their assignment at birth. Our program is also open to those who identify as non-binary and, although the focus is on girls, all students are invited to attend regardless of gender identity.
At-Home Science Lab
Try these fun STEM activities that are all about snow. All projects use easy-to-find materials and most take an hour or less to complete.
Studies show that girls are more engaged in learning when the content presented is both tactile and closely tied to solving a real-world problem or challenge.
Change the Future of STEM
Involving young girls in STEM activities is crucial to boosting their confidence and expanding their experience in science, technology, engineering and math. To learn more about Girls in STEM, email girlsinstem@azscience.org or call 602.716.2000 ext. 207.