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RockEDU Science Outreach

RockEDU Science Saturday students

RockEDU connects scientific and non-scientific communities to engage in the wonder of science as a justice-centered process that is integral to our humanity

Mentoring with Jeanne

At RockEDU, mentorships and relationships are central to scientific exploration

RockEDU Science Outreach represents the collective science engagement and research education efforts at The Rockefeller University. The RockEDU team works in collaboration with scientists, students, educators, and engagement professionals to produce programs and resources to promote science engagement. From skills-building workshops to mentorship training sessions, we approach our work by supporting humanity first, science second. 

From skill-building workshops to science-themed webinars and mentorship training sessions, we approach our work by supporting humanity first, science second. Check out our research education programs for high school juniors and seniors ( LAB Jumpstart and SSRP). Find our content at RockEDU Online and be on the lookout for Talking Science and Science Saturday announcements.

    Students in the lab

    Opportunities for students

    RockEDU is excited to continue our in-person programming for students. Applications for our mentored research skills building programs, LAB Jumpstart and SSRP, open in the fall. You can also check out our DIY-research resources, video series, blog, and more at RockEDU Online.

    Jeanne and Disan in the classroom

    Opportunities for educators

    RockEDU is here to serve you and your students. We have new DIY-research and D4P webinar resources coming to RockEDU Online

    As always, you can find lots of resources for your classroom on RockEDU Online’s Learning Resources hub at rockedu.rockefeller.edu

    Mentorship at RockEDU

    Opportunities for the Rockefeller and Tri-I communities

    RockEDU is committed to providing the members of the Rockefeller and Tri-I communities with the opportunity to develop their mentorship skills. Participating in any of our programs will allow you to work directly with the RockEDU team as they support and guide your development as a mentor. We encourage you to explore our range of currently available mentorship experiences.

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    Student 2021

    The process of science changed for me because I thought that it was difficult and that I couldn’t be wrong, but this program allowed to be confident in my abilities and in my mistakes as well as understand that the science process is fun.

    Contact Us

    The Rockefeller University
    1230 York Avenue, Box 53
    New York, NY 10065-6399

    Jeanne Garbarino, PhD
    Executive Director, RockEDU Science Outreach

    Jen Bohn, PhD
    Program Manager, Research Education

    Emily Costa, PhD
    Civic Science Associate

    Jessi Hersh, PhD
    Program Manager, Student Engagement

    Lizzie Krisch, MA
    Community Manager

    Zahin Quayyum
    Community Coordinator

    Douglas Heigl
    Program Officer

    Email RockEDU Science Outreach here.

    For information about the Summer Neuroscience Program, please e-mail snp@rockefeller.edu.

    RockEDU News

    When the city locked down, RockEDU moved the lab bench to the kitchen table

    With input from participating students and scientists who volunteer with RockEDU, a blended Summer Science Research Program for high-school students was developed. The result was a modified SSRP curriculum with five experiential research tracks, complete with lab supply kits that were mailed to students’ homes.

    New online resource brings science outreach to a broader audience

    With the launch of a new website, RockEDU Online, more resources are now available for learners, educators, and scientists everywhere.

    Daniel Kronauer discusses “The Social Lives of Ants” at this year’s Talking science event

    More than 350 high school students from across the tri-state area attended this year’s event where Kronauer shared how ants can help answer questions about the principles that govern life.

    Rockefeller community symposium brings together scientists and local gardeners

    Sponsored by the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the event brought together land stewards from across the city in an effort to make soil science more accessible to the local community.

    Upcoming Events

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