Lab's role in science education outreach highlighted in latest edition of Connections

Mar. 15, 2010—March means spring is around the corner. It also means that academic competitions are heating up locally and across New Mexico. In the March issue of the Connections online newsletter, read about the Lab's role in science education outreach in local communities.

The issue also highlights community giving and economic development efforts involving the Lab, including the LANL Laces program, which recently provided 300 pair of shoes for local children in Las Vegas and Espa´ola, New Mexico, and the recent awards from the Venture Acceleration Fund to two New Mexico companies.

Community Programs Office Director Kurt Steinhaus makes a pitch for science education and the role the Lab plays. "I urge you to support our students and regional schools as they recruit adults to serve as science fair judges or assist with other academic activities. These activities don't take a lot of time, just the recognition that these academic events can serve as a springboard to lifelong learning," he said.

Connections also links to a calendar of upcoming community events. Published monthly by LANL's Community Programs Office, Connections is distributed to interested parties across the state.