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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
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SRNS awards surpass $1 Million in Mini Grants for local STEM education
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) – Savannah River Nuclear Solutions' (SRNS) Education Outreach Programs (EOP) celebrated surpassing $1 million in Mini Grants for local STEM education this month. Since the initiative began in 2009, thousands of dollars have been awarded to educators from 4K through 12th grade across public, private and charter schools. This year, 110 educators received a total of $75,000 at a special reception at Newberry Hall in Aiken on May 15. According to SRNS, nearly 25,000 students across 74 schools will benefit from the Mini Grants, which provide $500, $750, or $1,000 to purchase STEM equipment, materials and supplies to enhance classroom instruction. 'Winning a Mini Grant for the third year in a row is a tremendous support for our science program,' said Joseph Cordova, Richmond County Copeland Elementary Educator. 'Last year, we used the funds to create a mobile science cart with essential science materials since we lack dedicated science classrooms. This year, the funds will support our fifth graders' Exhibition projects, bringing their prototypes to life with a 3D printer, which otherwise wouldn't be possible.' The winners are chosen based on their anonymously reviewed project proposals by a panel of 50 judges. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Over 1,000 students ‘Discover Engineering' with engineers at SRNS
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) – Engineers from Savannah River Nuclear Solutions visited 1,400 students in the CSRA as part of its 'Discover Engineering' week this month. Held this year from Feb. 3-7, the program aims to explain to local students how engineering impacts the world from the perspective of engineers at Savannah River Site (SRS). 'This is a major opportunity to expose students to the world of engineering,' said Taylor Rice, SRNS Education Outreach Specialist. 'Our partnerships with local schools continue to spark interest in crucial scientific and technical careers, supporting a growing and viable workforce at SRS.' 'Our students often lack exposure to higher-level opportunities and careers that are available close to home,' said Glenn Hills Science Instructor Tama Clarke. 'The job opportunities and education are here—they don't have to leave the CSRA to have an amazing, well-paid job. Seeing SRNS volunteers has opened their eyes to what is achievable.' Since 2008, the program has reached more than 30,000 students in the area. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
SRNS to host ‘Engineering Job Fair' in North Augusta
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) – Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) is holding an 'Engineering Job Fair' in North Augusta next week. The job fair is scheduled to take place on Thursday, Feb. 13 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the North Augusta Community Center, located at 495 Brookside Avenue in North Augusta, S.C. According to SRNS, they are seeking applicants with experience or holding degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. Those with the following skills are encouraged to attend the job fair: Chemical Engineering Civil and Structural Engineering Mechanical Systems Process Control Automation System Materials Acquisition Software Development Instrumentation and Controls Packaging and Transportation Commissioning and Startup Other engineering fields Representatives from the engineering teams will be present and available to answer questions. Veterans are also encouraged to apply. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
