May 8th, 2021
What are the differences between artificial intelligence and machine learning? What are the benefits of artificial intelligence, and what are the potential dangers and pitfalls? Join us at the next Teen STEM Café to learn about the wonders of artificial ...
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April 9th, 2021
In this program participants will learn how to create a 3D printed crewman from the new hit PC and mobile game, Among Us. The program is completely free and you will need is a computer, internet connection, and a computer ...
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March 24th, 2021
Join us for a virtual panel discussion between three of NIU’s female faculty members in STEM.
In this program, three of our women faculty members will present a short review of their career and current research interests, followed by a statement ...
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March 17th, 2021
It's Women's History Month, and here at the library we have tons of books about awesome women! Here are some of our recent arrivals about women in math and science.
Maryam Mirzakhani, Iranian mathematician
Maryam's Magic: The Story of Mathematician Maryam Mirzakhani ...
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March 14th, 2021
In partnership with Northern Illinois University STEM Cafes. Join us for a fun, interactive online STEM Café – created by teens for teens. We’ll explore the science of space exploration and astronomy, as we:
Meet the NIU Mars Rover team.
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February 5th, 2021
Calling all teens! Join the Teen STEM Café planning team.
NIU’s Teen STEM Cafés are coming back virtually – created by teens for teens! Join other northern Illinois teens (grades 7-12) to organize special events with science and technology experts from ...
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December 18th, 2020
Hello, Families! Miss Julie here to bring you news of an exciting new trio of books that just arrived from the Mysteries of Space series. These books are perfect for the child that is fascinated by space science ...
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October 27th, 2020
Edit: Due to Covid-19 restrictions, we are offering this program at four different times: 10 AM, 10:30 AM, 11 AM, and 11:30 AM. For safety reasons, we are limiting attendance to eight participants per timeslot. After each ...
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October 22nd, 2020
Did you ever wonder why haunted houses are so scary? Join us on October 28 and find out!!! As part of STEMFest Week, NIU presents: The Science Behind Haunted Houses with Paul Kassel, Dean of the NIU College of Visual ...
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August 6th, 2020
Did you know you can raise worms AND they can make compost for your garden? This project can take a while (worms are garden superheroes, but they are slow superheroes), so start now to get ready for next spring. ...
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