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West Virginia University Center for Excellence in STEM Education

About

The WVU Center for Excellence in STEM Education is developing a stronger pipeline of STEM educators and fostering the next generation of STEM professionals.

Dedicated to enhancing STEM education in West Virginia, the CE-STEM is launching accessible, cutting edge programs, forging key partnerships and offering networking opportunities for West Virginia K-12 youth, higher ed students and current educators. Housed in the WVU Office of the Provost, the Center is also among one of the five areas of research focus.

Research with a Purpose

What We Offer

  • Professional development in STEM for current educators.
  • Teacher preparation in STEM for future educators.
  • Cutting-edge programs to enhance STEM education at all levels, K-20.
  • Networking, mentorship and leadership opportunities.
  • Internal partnerships among WVU faculty, students and staff.
  • External partnerships with tech companies, as well as the federal and state government.

First For All

We will go above. We will go beyond.

Mission

Enhancing education in the STEM disciplines, grades K-20.

Vision

Breaking the cycle of poverty's effect on education: improving the economic health of West Virginia with STEM disciplines.

Core Values

Taking an active role in educating and nurturing the next generation of scientists by:

  • Encouraging the generation and dissemination of knowledge to improve STEM educational outcomes

  • Opening the exchange of ideas and information

  • Promoting equality and inclusiveness

  • Exhibiting excellence and integrity in all we do