STEM Baton Rouge

04/26/2026

As a former engineering professor, I have spent a lot of time thinking about how professors can engage their students in the age of A.I. The professors must invert the problem and challenge students in ways that A.I. can't address. More Oral engagement is definitely an important option.

From .com College instructors across the U.S. are noticing troubling new trends as generative artificial intelligence becomes more sophisticated. Take-home essays and other written assignments are coming back perfect. But when students are asked to explain their work, they can’t. The long-term impact of AI use on critical thinking remains to be seen, but educators worry students increasingly see the hard work of thinking as optional.

Why Colleges are Turning to Oral Exams to Combat AI at the link!


https://bizneworleans.com/why-colleges-are-turning-to-oral-exams-to-combat-ai/

04/24/2026

⏰ LAST CALL — REGISTRATION ENDS TODAY AT 5PM!

Don’t miss your chance! The FIRST 100 participants receive a FREE laptop 💻 (limit one per family!)

Join us for STEM Saturday where students will explore The Internet of Things and The Physics of Sound 🎶🔊 while building and testing their own musical instrument!

📅 April 25, 2026
⏰ 10:00AM – 1:00PM
📍 The Inspiration Center
🎓 K–12 Grades — FREE

Spots are filling FAST — secure yours now!
👉 Register here: https://stembatonrouge.stemglobalaction.com/

04/23/2026

Join us for STEM Saturday: The Internet of Things – The Physics of Sound 🎶

Students will dive into hands-on activities exploring sound,vibrations, frequency, amplitude and bring it to life by building their own guitar or Bluetooth speaker. Learn how sound connects to IoT, sensors, and smart technology!

💻 Qualifying families can receive a FREE computer (100 available, thanks to Cox!) Cox

🗓 April 25, 2026
📍 The Inspiration Center | Baton Rouge
🎓 FREE for K–12 students

🔗 Register now: www.stembatonrouge.com

04/22/2026

Astronomy Day activities for all!!

Ready to explore the universe? 🚀🌌

Join us for International Astronomy Day this weekend! Experience space like never before, from solar viewing to deep-sky tours! It’s a stellar day you won’t want to miss.

📍Highland Road Park Observatory
🗓️ Apr. 25
🕐 3 - 11 p.m.

Details ➡️ brec.org/calendar/detail/international-astronomy-day.

04/21/2026

Cox Presents STEM Saturday 🎉
💻 FREE Computer Giveaway with Cox!

Join us for an exciting, hands-on experience: The Internet of Things – The Physics of Sound 🎶🔬

K–12 students will explore how sound works while building and testing their very own musical instruments. This interactive event is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and a love for STEM in a fun and engaging environment.

📍 Location: The Inspiration Center (Baton Rouge)
🗓 Date: April 25, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
💡 Cost: FREE for all K–12 students

Spots are limited—don’t miss out!
👉 Click the link to register today: https://stembatonrouge.stemglobalaction.com/

04/21/2026

From The Next Web: Humanoid Robot worker! 90% success rate. 8-hour shift. No humans needed.

Siemens just ran a humanoid robot inside a real factory in Germany.

It moved boxes for 8 hours straight, 60 every hour.

NVIDIA built the AI brain. A UK startup built the body.

This is the kind of job millions of people do every day.

The robot was trained in 7 months, not 2 years.

To get your kid engaged, sign up for newsletter at www.stembatonrouge.com

Read more on TNW: https://thenextweb.com/news/siemens-nvidia-humanoid-robot-erlangen-factory-trial

04/19/2026

Join us for STEM Saturday: The Internet of Things – The Physics of Sound, presented by Cox!

Students, parents, college interns, and volunteers will dive into hands-on activities exploring the technical side of sound — including vibrations, frequency, amplitude, and period — before bringing it all to life by building their own guitar or Bluetooth speaker.

These experiences go beyond the basics, helping students understand IoT, sensors, and wireless communication — the very foundation of today’s SMART homes and SMART cities.

💻 Plus, qualifying families can receive a FREE computer (100 available, thanks to the Cox Family Foundation and PC for Kids)

🗓 April 25, 2026
📍 The Inspiration Center | Baton Rouge
🎓 FREE for K–12 students

Register now: https://stembatonrouge.stemglobalaction.com

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04/17/2026

Summer Camp Options!!

The Gordon A. Cain Center for STEM Literacy at LSU fosters STEM exploration from middle school through college. We operate the High School Summer Academy camps and support a broader network of Pre-College Programs hosted across LSU that prepare students for future academic and career success. Learn....

04/15/2026

Join us for STEM Saturday: The Internet of Things – The Physics of Sound, presented by Cox!

Students, parents, college interns, and volunteers will dive into hands-on activities exploring the technical side of sound — including vibrations, frequency, amplitude, and period — before bringing it all to life by building their own guitar or Bluetooth speaker.

These experiences go beyond the basics, helping students understand IoT, sensors, and wireless communication — the very foundation of today’s SMART homes and SMART cities.

💻 Plus, qualifying families can receive a FREE computer (100 available, thanks to the Cox Family Foundation and PC for Kids)

🗓 April 25, 2026
📍 The Inspiration Center | Baton Rouge
🎓 FREE for K–12 students

Register now: https://stembatonrouge.stemglobalaction.com

04/14/2026

Have a high schooler interested in AI and Energy? 🔋Join us this summer at LSU's Summer Academy! 🎓 An academic camp with the opportunity to stay on campus and network with local industries! 👨‍🔧👩‍🔬 Register today: https://www.lsu.edu/caincenter/programs/summer-academy/index.php

04/11/2026

To the Moon and back!! For the first time in over 50 years, Artemis II sent humans around the Moon, pushing farther from Earth than ever before, and brought them safely home.

The crew’s 10-day lunar journey tested systems, captured data and helped build the foundation to carry us back to the Moon’s surface and beyond. From launch on NASA’s Space Launch System to splashdown and recovery, this is what it looks like when we challenge ourselves to go farther — together.

STEM Baton Rouge welcomes home, Reid, Victor, Christina and Jeremy.

Mission complete.

📸: NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (top, bottom middle, bottom right)

04/09/2026

Kicking off Volunteer Appreciation Month with gratitude today we celebrate the incredible college students and professional volunteers who give their time, energy, and passion to inspire the next generation through STEMBatonRouge.

Your impact goes beyond the classroom you're shaping futures, building confidence, and opening doors.

Thank you for showing up, giving back, and making a difference. We appreciate you today and every day!