The Cedar Valley Family STEM Festival is on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 from 4:00PM-7:00PM at
"The W" on the Wartburg College Campus in Waverly!
Attendee Information and FAQs
Who is invited to the STEM Festival?
While the event is primarily geared towards PreK-8th grade students and their families, there’s something for all ages to enjoy. With over 50 exhibits, the festival features hands-on, interactive STEM activities, including the chance to drive a robot, conduct exciting science experiments, and more.
How much does it cost?
The event is free and open to the public, with exhibitors ranging from businesses and industries to higher education institutions, K-12 schools, museums, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and more.
There will be a concession stand available to purchase food and beverages.
What can I expect when I get there?
Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of STEM with us at our upcoming festival, where the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) come alive for students and families across eastern Iowa! This vibrant celebration is not just about fun; it's about igniting a passion for learning and discovery in our youth. Explore hands-on activities that spark curiosity, while raising awareness of the importance of STEM-related educational and career opportunities for families. So, come join us for an afternoon filled with inspiration, fun, and the chance to envision a bright future in STEM
Organized like a street festival or county fair, visitors can stroll from activity to activity at their own pace.
Parking
Parking is available throughout campus. Where allowed, there is also parking along the street. Refer to parking map.
Exhibitor List
Allen College Bayer Crop Science - Grinnell Production Black Hawk County Extension and Outreach Bremer County Extension and Outreach Bremer County Soil and Water Conservation District Bunger Wolves Robotics Cedar Valley Sertoma Cedar Valley Society of Women Engineers Central Rivers AEA Cub Scout Pack 90 - Waverly Denver Cybots FTC First Bank Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co. Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois Hawkeye Community College - Handwashing Hawkeye Community College - Medical Lab Technology Hawkeye Community College - Occupational Therapy INVISION Architecture Iowa Flood Center - University of Iowa Iowa Regents' Center for Early Development Ed Iowa State Patrol National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium Society of Manufacturing Engineers Chapter 186 St. Paul's Lutheran School Submarine Veterans of Iowa TDS Automation UNI Tallgrass Prairie Center |
United Equipment Accessories, Inc. University of Iowa Health Care University of Northern Iowa - Department of Applied Engineering University of Northern Iowa - Department of Chemistry and Biology Veridian Credit Union Wartburg College - BRAiNS Wartburg College - Society of Physics Students Wartburg College - NSTA Wartburg College - Pre-Service Educators Animals Wartburg College - Pre-Service Educators Chemistry Wartburg College - Pre-Service Educators Earth Science Wartburg College - Pre- Service Educators Energy Wartburg College - Pre-Service Educators Environment Wartburg College - Pre-Service Educators Plant Wartburg College - Pre-Service Educators Science Methods Wartburg College - Pre-Service Educators Static Electricity Wartburg College - Tri-Beta and Chemistry Club Waterloo Career Center - Construction Waterloo Career Center - Health Waterloo Career Center - Agriscience Department Waterloo Career Center - Beauty and Wellness Waterloo Career Center - IT and Cybersecurity Waterloo FIRST Robotics Waverly Health Center Waverly Utilities Waverly-Shell Rock Robotics |