March 3, 2022
What:
Middle and high school-age girls who are fascinated by how humans think and act can collectively ponder the brain during the Girls in Medicine event at the Science Museum of Virginia later this month.
The brain is arguably the most important—and most complex—organ in the human body. From our ability to move or react, to our ability to think and feel, cognitive functioning plays a huge role in just about everything we do. Teen girls can take a journey into the mind as educators and experts explore the science of our brain and mysteries of our nervous system.
The fun and interactive event includes a sheep brain dissection, memory games, a presentation about neurotransmitters and tips for keeping the brain healthy. Participants will also be able to explore the Science Museum before or after their workshop time and get a take-home activity to encourage further discovery after the event.
When:
Girls in Medicine is Saturday, March 26. The four hour-long workshops start at 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Each workshop is the same so participants only need to sign up for one time slot.
Who:
Girls ages 11 through 18 may participate in the various hands-on activities.
Why:
Attendees leave full of inspiration, and are able to see themselves in the STEM field as a future career.
How:
Thanks to the generous support from GSK Consumer Healthcare, Girls in Medicine tickets are only $10 per person. Pre-registration is required on the Science Museum’s website, including for chaperones. Chaperones can bring up to 10 girls to the event. Each workshop can accommodate 30 total guests.
Where:
Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220