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Education and Outreach
Our goal is to use the excitement and promise of deep underground science and engineering to inspire and engage students, educators, and the wider community through a variety of programming.
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K-12 Curriculum Units
Our phenomena-based units are driven by student questions and curiosity, helping students make the shift from learning about to figuring out.
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Presentations and Field Trips
Help students make connections between what they learn in school and real-world applications. Students will connect on a personal level with SURF team members.
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Teacher Professional Development
SURF's professional development workshops leverage research-informed instructional techniques and innovative science to transform the teaching of K-12 science.
Unsure where to begin? Let our knowledgeable team of educators work with you to design a fun and educational experience.
Nicol Reiner
Director of Education and Outreach
Education and Outreach
Ashley Armstrong, Ph.D
Science Education Specialist
Education and Outreach