Girls in Science Day
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Admissions Office: AD-101 Suite
Undergrad: 207-859-1101
Grad: 207-859-1255
Email: [email protected]
Join Us for the 3rd Annual Girls in Science Day
Thomas College is excited to hold Girls in Science Day, open to all high school girls in grades 9 – 12 in the state of Maine in its science labs at Thomas College in Waterville, Maine.
This event includes hands-on STEM activities and presentation by real scientists. Our goal is to introduce you to new experiences and show you a pathway to a bright future in SCIENCE!
Registration is Open!
Registration Period: October 15, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Date of Event: April 9, 2027
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Summit Room
| Discipline | Activity |
|---|---|
| Ecology | Tweets, Sweets, and Chirps: The Soundscape of Birds |
| Computer Science | Data Science is for the Birds |
| Chemistry | The Hidden World: Molecules that Matter |
| Biology | Having a Breakdown! Enzymes in Action |
| Environmental Science | Dendrochronology: Learn from the Lorax and Speak for the Trees |
| Physics | Electric Charge Live! |
| Psychology | Thinking on Your Feet |
| Forensic Science | Think Like a Forensic Scientist: From Evidence to Suspect |
| Neuroscience | Using Antibodies and Fluorescent Chemistry to Detect Types of Sensory Neurons |
We Hope to See You for a Day of Fun & Discovery!
“Seeing Girls in Science Day grow from 18 students to 96 students has been incredible. It shows the power of hands-on STEM experiences to inspire, build confidence, and create a stronger, more inclusive future in science.”