7th Grade STEM Field Trips
Students from the St. Symphorosa grade school visited the Shilatifard, Foltz, and Mendillo labs for several STEM field trips.
SQE Inspire Program
Mission Statement
The Simpson Querrey Institute for Epigenetics, with the generous support of Ms. Kimberly Querrey and Mr. Lou Simpson have established the SQE Inspire Program. The goals of this program are to expose and inspire students ranging from elementary school to high school to a variety of STEM careers and the academics that complement those careers. This program includes events such as field trips, science teacher development/continuing education, internships, workshops, and other outreach opportunities that support providing an educational experience to students, teachers and schools. For more information please contact Laura Shilatifard or Brianna Monroe.
Recent Events
Shadowing/Visiting Professor Days
Recent Field Trip to the all-girls high school, Our Lady of Tepeyac during Women's History Month.
SQE Inspire Program Hosts Shadow Day for High School Girls from Our Lady of Tepeyac
8th Grade STEM Field Trips
Students from St. Frances of Rome visited multiple labs for a STEM field trip.
Students from the Academy of St. Benedict the African visited the Shilatifard lab for a STEM field trip.
Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago
High School students toured the CZ Biohub in Chicago and met with many scientists.
Ryan Truby Robotic Matter Lab
High School students from Trinity High School visited the Robotic Matter Lab on the Evanston campus.
Lurie Children's Hospital Winter Toy Drive
Members of the BMG department donated toys and other items to the Lurie Children's Hospital.
