The George Mason University Chemistry Club developed a workshop for scouts to visit their Chem Labs on campus, and to experience the world of chemistry with a number of interactive activities! 

This event will take place at Exploratory Hall, George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. 

Event Description: 
The STEM Program welcomes all girl and boy youth from grades 4-12. The program will begin in the Periodic Table Lobby of Exploratory Hall at GMU and end in the Chem Labs of Planetary Hall. 

For youth in grades 4-5:

• There are two sessions for you to choose from! Starting at 12:30pm or 1:30pm. 
• GMU's Chemistry Club will open with a safety brief, then lead 2 interactive experiments and conduct 2 exciting chemistry demonstrations! Come join us! There is a fee of $16/youth to cover the cost of materials. 
   

For youth in grades 6&up::

• There is one session, beginning at 2:30pm.
• In this class, GMU's Chemistry Club & Professors will lead youth through the lab activities and discussions so Scouts BSA may earn the Chemistry Merit Badge! The only pre-requisite is requirement 4a (can also be done as a post-requisite). 

What to Bring:

• Wear close-toed shoes
• Hairtie for long hair
• Safety goggles (if you have them - we will have extras too!

Uniform:

• Youth may wear Class A/B uniforms (and yes, STEM Scouts can wear their Lab Coats!) but this is not necessary. 

Can youth other than Scouts participate: Yes, this program is great for boy and girl youth from 4th - 12th grade. Scouts, non Scouts, same-age siblings and friends are welcome to participate and should register for their grade appropriate sessions. Please contact stem@ncacbsa.org if you have any questions. 

Directions and Parking:

• Only handicapped parking is permitted next to Exploratory Hall or the HUB.
• The Shenandoah River Parking Garage is adjacent to Exploratory Hall. 

Please arrive at registration (Exploratory Hall periodic table lobby) at least 5 minutes prior to your session; and plan for another 15 to 20 minutes to park in Lot A, and walk up through campus to Exploratory Hall.

Questions? Please email stem@ncacbsa.org