| Jan. 22 | Volume 2 - 2026 |
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The NC STEM Center is a Web Portal for all things related to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education in North Carolina
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Do AI’s risks outweigh the benefits for students and schools? ↴
AI in education is at a crossroads
Is AI in education a transformational tool or a "Wild West" of privacy risks? In an era of rapid automation, our greatest investment remains the critical thinking of our students. In this Brookings podcast, experts unpack recent findings from a global task force’s report: “A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect." Dive in and explore priorities in human oversight, privacy by design, and AI literacy that may be a powerful catalyst for the next generation of learners.
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Opportunities ↴
Explore NC STEM Center
 Do you have an opportunity or program doing great STEM work in North Carolina? Here's how you can post and promote your special events, camps, and afterschool programs all year long. We invite you to create an account to get started today!
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STEM Spotlight ↴
Building Engineers
 The 10th annual Building Engineers in K-5 Classrooms Conference is set for May 4 at NC State University's McKimmon Center in Raleigh. Thanks to generous support, this PD opportunity is provided to North Carolina educators at no cost.
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NC School of Science and Math - Morganton Campus ↴
EdCamp STEM West registration closes Jan. 31
 Edcamp STEMWest will be held at the N.C. School of Science and Mathematics - Morganton Campus on Jan. 31. The free event is for all educators interested in learning and motivating our young people in this ever changing, technology-rich world. → Register here
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High school girls interested in STEM-related public service careers can apply through Feb. 23 ↴
Applications open for girls summer STEM mentorship
 Applications are now open for the annual Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program, a four-week paid summer STEM enrichment program with government agencies in North Carolina. → Apply here
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Scholarships to help 215 rural NC seniors and community college transfers who stay in-state ↴
Apply for Golden LEAF Colleges and Universities Scholarships
 The Golden LEAF Colleges and Universities Scholarship application for the 2026-2027 academic year is now available. A total of 215 awards will be offered to first-time recipients from qualifying counties. Applications are due March 1. → Apply at CFNC.org
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Kenan Fellows applications for 2026-27 Fellowship Year close this month ↴
Only a few days left to apply for next Kenan Fellows cohort
 Applications to join the 2026-2027 cohort of the Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership at N.C. State University will close end of the month. For those interested, use the link provided to learn more about this exclusive program and apply. → Learn more
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2026 NC Science Festival ↴
Submit your STEM event(s) for 2026 NC Science Festival
 North Carolina's biggest celebration of science happens every April with more than 500 virtual and in-person events scheduled throughout the state. Organizers are currently seeking proposals from those interested in hosting an event to get in on the fun this year. Use the link to submit your event today. And, of course, there are also ways for you to volunteer. → Get involved
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Feb. 19-20, 2026 ↴
Science For All Summit
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center will host the 2026 Science for All Summit on Feb. 19-20 in Chapel Hill. → More |
Feb. 24, 2026 ↴
Illuminating AI
RENCI and other partners will host the second part of this investigative series virtually on Feb. 24 from noon to 1 p.m. → More
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March 30-31, 2026 ↴
NC East Future Forum
NC East Alliance's annual event is scheduled to be in March at the Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern. → More |
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