Cedar Valley Family STEM Festival

 

 

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

 

Cedar Valley STEM Festival


 

The Cedar Valley Family STEM Festival is a community-wide partnership led by the Northeast Region of the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the University of Northern Iowa, St. Paul's Lutheran School, Waverly-Shell Rock Community Schools, Waterloo Community Schools, Hawkeye Community College, TDS Automation, City of Waverly Economic Development, Waverly Health Center, and University of Northern Iowa.