Outreach News Archive
Marshall University’s campus is buzzing as approximately 500 high school students from across the region participate in High School Science Day 2026. Hosted by the College of Science, the event offers students hands‑on STEM experiences designed to spark curiosity and encourage exploration of scientific careers. Throughout the day, visiting students… Read More
The Minority Association of Pre‑Medical Students (MAPS) recently hosted a knee replacement demonstration that gave College of Science students a hands‑on look at orthopedic surgery. The event provided participants with an opportunity to explore real‑world surgical techniques and medical innovation. The demonstration featured Dr. Ali Oliashirazi, professor and chair of… Read More
Biology majors Bennett Luo, Cooper Tatterson, and David McGraw visited Southside Elementary School on March 27 as part of the school’s Mad Scientist Day. The students, who are also members of Marshall University’s BS/MD program and Science Olympiad at Marshall University, led hands‑on science activities for second graders. During the… Read More
Children and families gathered for Family Science Fun Day and enjoyed a variety of hands‑on STEM activity stations. The event drew strong participation and enthusiasm from both students and parents. The College of Science thanks the volunteers who helped set up and run the activity stations, whose support made the… Read More
The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology recognizes Madilyn, president of the Criminal Justice Association at Marshall University, and the organization’s members for their recent community service initiative benefiting Harmony House in Huntington. Under Madilyn’s leadership, the Criminal Justice Association organized an essential items drive to support individuals in need… Read More
The College of Science is gearing up for an exciting afternoon of hands-on exploration at its Family Science Fun Day, happening this coming Saturday, March 28, in the Science Building. From 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., families are invited to enjoy a free, interactive experience designed to spark curiosity and celebrate… Read More
The Marshall University College of Science welcomed top student competitors from across the state on March 7, 2026, for West Virginia’s 12th annual Science Olympiad State Tournament. The event brought together middle and high school teams for a full day of fast-paced, hands-on STEM competition. Part… Read More
Students and faculty in the Department of Mathematics & Physics turned Pi Day into a memorable mix of math spirit and community support this year, complete with friendly competition and a pie-filled finale. In the lead-up to the celebration, the Pi Mu Epsilon Math Club invited students to vote with… Read More
Dr. Holly Cyphert, associate professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, recently hosted a NASA Outreach Day that brought seventy fourth- and fifth-grade students from Meadows Elementary to campus for a full day of hands-on science exploration. Throughout the day, students rotated through interactive activities in the physiology lab, where… Read More
College of Science hosts Family Science Fun Day
February 19, 2026 · Outreach, Science Abstracts
The College of Science invites families from the community to spend a day exploring science together during this year’s Family Science Fun Day on March 28 from 1 to 5 p.m. Children and their families will enjoy hands-on, interactive activities at stations located throughout all floors of the Science Building. Read More