STEAM Education
Mission
The mission of the Center is to foster the intersection of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and the arts (STEAM) by providing identity-affirming platforms that empower youth, particularly those from underrepresented and under-resourced communities.
We aim to inspire and equip students in grades 3-8 to contribute to the global advancement of STEM fields. Through collaboration with educators, community organizations, and local businesses, the Center supports initiatives that help youth thrive in STEM and succeed in high school and beyond.
Vision
We are committed to cultivating and sustaining a community learning center rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and cultural liberation with an emphasis on culturally responsive STEM literacy.
What We Do
We design and deliver culturally responsive STEAM education to children in grades 3-8. Through partnerships with cultural arts centers, colleges, libraries, and museums, we aim to create engaging out-of-school programs and events that inspire curiosity and foster creativity in STEM careers.
Out-of-School programs and events:
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Partnerships with museums, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, and other Minority Serving Institutions, with opportunities for intergenerational learning with elders who support curriculum and community engagement
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Indoor and outdoor campuses
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Mobile Learning Lab
What We Believe
Authentic educational spaces nurture your spirit, cultivate your identity, and amplify your voice.
Co-constructing teaching and learning environments in which arts and humanities are integral to the understanding and application of STEM to advance classroom and local community relationships.
Mentoring partnerships create education and career pathways for students.
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S.T.E.A.M. Education Workshops Add Arts, Humanities to Science
One non-profit organization in Lawrence, Kansas is looking to lead the charge when it comes to blending the humanities with traditional S.T.E.M. learning. This approach is not "more art than science," or vice versa. It's a balanced blend of both. The "A" in the...
LRM is proud to partner with the Center for Universal Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Humanities
Current donations to the STEAM education programs will support youth with access to:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics kits
- Mobile STEM lab
We are looking to lead the charge when it comes to blending the humanities with traditional S.T.E.M. learning. This approach is not “more art than science,” or vice versa. It’s a balanced blend of both. The “A” in the acronym S.T.E.A.M. quite literally adds art to the traditional science, technology, engineering, and math construct. A series of workshops are being hosted by the Life Restoration Ministries Foundation in partnership with the Center for Universal STEM and Humanities.
Dr. Shakiyya Bland founded this culture based STEAM learning program. Dr. Bland recently hosted a workshop at the Lawrence Public Library where students (grades 3 through 5) learned about the biomechanics of a human hand. The workshop explored more than just the nuts and bolts of the machinery. A cultural context was applied. Please watch our video to learn more.
If you would like to get involved with programs like this, please email info@lrmlawrence.com.
Book Announcement!
So it’s official! Drs. Julitha Rials and Shakiyya Bland signed the contract for our upcoming book about building family-school partnerships in upper elementary to secondary math set to be published by Corwin in 2025! 🎉 This project is a labor of love, and we can’t wait to share it with you all. Stay tuned for sneak peeks and updates as we embark on this incredible journey together! 🚀#BookAnnouncement #ComingSoon #Corwin #AuthorJourney #StayTuned