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Located in Taylor Hall

STEM Education

This community is designed for students looking to live and learn in interdisciplinary teams. The community supports students for success in their coursework, as well as teacher education programs at Boise State. Students will learn about integrating STEM with the study of teaching and learning.

Located in Taylor Hall

Why You Should Apply

If you’re passionate about teaching, learning, and STEM – this is the place! First year students interested in STEM and Education, and possibly becoming a teacher, are especially encouraged to apply.

All science, technology, engineering, math and education majors are welcome.

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Community Events

participants hold a rainbos STEM-ED banner

Develop activities for STEM nights at local schools, go whitewater rafting, explore downtown by bicycle, experience virtual reality, glass blowing and retreat to a mountain get-a-away.

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Curriculum

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Exploration into topics and professions related to STEM and STEM Education is central to the community and its weekly class. We ask – what do we learn about ourselves when we teach others? We will engage in the local K-12 school community by teaching families and students those STEM disciplines we are passionate about. We can inspire and make a difference! Our community will delve into current STEM and Education issues and seek guidance from leaders and professionals in related fields. In addition, academic support and guided exploration of careers is provided.

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Faculty

  • Daniel Luna

    Dr. Daniel Luna

    Faculty-in-Residence, Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Geosciences

    Dr. Luna studied biology and religion as an undergraduate at Duke University, and earned his PhD in Earth Science at UC Santa Barbara, where his research focused on paleontology. During his graduate studies, Dr. Luna described new species of fossil mammals from South America, joined field expeditions in Madagascar and Chile, and worked extensively at natural history museums in New York and Argentina, while also developing an enduring passion for teaching. Dr. Luna joined the Department of Geosciences at Boise State in 2019 to teach courses related to geology, paleontology, and evolution, and he also serves as the department’s community outreach coordinator. As an educator, science communicator, and lifelong learner, Dr. Luna is excited to support STEM-Education LLC students as they embark upon their own intellectual and professional paths.

    Contact Dr. Luna: dluna@boisestate.edu

    Dr. Luna studied biology and religion as an undergraduate at Duke University, and earned his PhD in Earth Science at UC Santa Barbara, where his research focused on paleontology. During his graduate studies, Dr. Luna described new species of fossil mammals from South America, joined field expeditions in Madagascar and Chile, and worked extensively at natural history museums in New York and Argentina, while also developing an enduring passion for teaching. Dr. Luna joined the Department of Geosciences at Boise State in 2019 to teach courses related to geology, paleontology, and evolution, and he also serves as the department’s community outreach coordinator. As an educator, science communicator, and lifelong learner, Dr. Luna is excited to support STEM-Education LLC students as they embark upon their own intellectual and professional paths.

    Contact Dr. Luna: dluna@boisestate.edu