More than 1,200 middle and high school students conduct experiments, compete in science projects
RADNOR, Pa. (Feb. 14, 2011) — More than 1,200 young Edisons, Franklins, and Graham Bells will present their inventions and test their science knowledge in 48 events at the prestigious 2011 Southeastern Pennsylvania Science Olympiad Regional Competition on Monday, Feb. 28 at Cabrini College.
Whizzing helicopters, forensic investigations, remote-controlled robot vehicles, and watershed management planning will keep participants on top of their games, and spectators on the edge of their seats. Students from 70 middle and high schools in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties will compete for medals in two age groups (grades 6-9 and grades 9-12), and for a place in the State Competition.
“Cabrini is proud to bring to campus top science students from the area and recognizing them for their academic excellence,” said Dr. Anne Coleman, the Olympiad’s southeastern regional director and an assistant professor of life and physical sciences at Cabrini. “The Science Olympiad provides an opportunity for students to participate in authentic scientific discovery and experimentation, and encourages pursuit of careers in these areas critical to the future of our country.”
This is the sixth consecutive year Cabrini has hosted the Science Olympiad. Once again, Cabrini has pledged $1,000 scholarships to eligible participants who enroll at the College.
The Science Olympiad offers a wide range of events designed to challenge students intellectually and creatively through a fun and exciting competition. This year’s events at Cabrini include Awesome Aquifer, Bottle Rocket, Microbe Mission, Optics, Storm the Castle, Sounds of Music, Helicopter Duration, Junkyard Challenge, Mousetrap Vehicle, and Sumo Bots.
Teams that advance from the regional competition advance to the State Competition on April 29 at Juniata College in Huntington, Pa. Those who make it to nationals will compete May 18-21 at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wis.
Admission is free. For information, call 610.902.8255, or visit www.cabrini.edu/scienceolympiad.
About the Science Olympiad
The Science Olympiad is an international nonprofit organization devoted to improving the quality of K-12 science education, increasing male, female and minority interest in science, creating a technologically literate workforce and providing recognition for outstanding achievement by both students and teachers. These goals are achieved by participating in Science Olympiad tournaments and non-competitive events, incorporating Science Olympiad into classroom curriculum and attending teacher training institutes. For more information, visit www.soinc.org.
About Cabrini College
Students do extraordinary things at Cabrini College, a residential Catholic college welcoming learners of all faiths, cultures and backgrounds. Since its founding in 1957 by the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the College has provided a transformational “education of the heart,” focusing on academic excellence, leadership development and a commitment to social justice. Cabrini offers its 1,415 undergraduate students more than 30 majors, pre-professional programs, concentrations and minors. The College also has graduate and professional studies programs at its main campus in Radnor, Pa., and at 15 off-site locations. The College’s serene 112-acre campus is located 30 minutes from Philadelphia.