Nuclear Science Week kicks off in Savannah River area
The Savannah River Site Community Reuse Organization and Nuclear Workforce Initiative host National Nuclear Science Week January 23 to 27 with the theme Get to Know Nuclear. Mindy Mets says the region will highlight nuclear industry careers through the NWI site and new Virtual Job Shadowing tools for students.
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National Nuclear Science Week highlights in Aiken area
Local organizers distributed over 900 educational posters to eight school districts and a Community Leaders forum is set at Aiken Technical College with officials from Savannah River nuclear organizations and DOE. The forum is not open to the public due to space constraints. Secretary Steven Chu emphasizes the need to recruit future scientists for civilian and defense sectors.
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Gene Machine brings hands on biology to local students
The Greenwood Genetic Center showcases a 41 foot mobile science lab bringing AP Biology activities to Aiken and Silver Bluff High students. Instructors Kristy Atkinson and Katie Henderson demonstrate micropipetting and sickle cell activity while discussing gene mutations and cancer origins. Students express fascination and plan future study, with teachers praising the portable lab as a valuable classroom supplement.
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Broadway luminary leads acting workshop at Aiken Playhouse
Janis Powell a 30 year acting coach and ADDA alumna led a two day Meisner Technique workshop at the Aiken Community Playhouse URS Center for the Performing Arts attended by over 40 adults and ACP Youth Wing performers. Powell was assisted by Sarah Ahlgren with instruction stressing truthful communication.
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Kennedy Middle third graders win regional Future City title at USC Aiken
Seventh graders Lacie Leach Makenzie Cade and Tyler Reedy plus Connor Taylor won first in the regional Future City contest at USC Aiken earning a trip to the national DC area event next month. They also captured the Student Choice award from 48 teams across South Carolina and Augusta.
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Upcoming Event at Aiken Community Playhouse
“Wrong Window” will be performed today at 3 p.m. at the Aiken Community Playhouse 126 Newberry St. Tickets cost 20 general 17 seniors 12 students. Written by Billy Van Zandt and Jane Wilmore, directed by Thurmond Whatley, the show is not recommended for children under 13.
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