STEM EDge is for YOU!
STEM EDge 2027: This italicized part will be the theme developed by the committee is for everyone working to transform how we prepare, develop, and support STEM educators.
STEM EDge is the next iteration of the UTeach STEM Educators Conference. The UTeach network has 20 years of proven practice developing and supporting STEM teachers. That network welcomes everyone interested in broadening the platform for addressing the full system of STEM educator development, from recruiting future teachers to supporting practicing educators, studying what works, leveraging innovations in STEM, strengthening partnerships, and helping shape the policies needed to sustain progress.
The conference will bring together universities, schools, educators, policymakers, funders, industry partners, researchers, and other stakeholders who are dedicated to ensuring that students experience STEM as active, meaningful, and connected to the world around them and that they are taught by educators who are prepared and supported to bring modern STEM teaching to life.
Help shape what comes next
STEM EDge is more than a place to celebrate STEM education accomplishments. It is also where the STEM education community comes together to identify priorities, develop partnerships, and set a shared direction for the year ahead.
Come ready to learn, contribute, and connect.
Schedule
9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Pre-Conference Sessions
1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Opening Session
2:45 to 5:00 p.m. Sessions
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Reception and Poster Session
8:00 to 9:15 a.m. Breakfast (including separate breakfast meetups for Master Teachers, students, and co-directors)
9:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sessions
11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sessions
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Alumni Mixer
8:00 to 9:15 a.m. Breakfast
9:15 to 10:30 a.m. Closing Keynote
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Sessions
12:00 to 1:15 p.m. Lunch
1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Sessions
Sample strands
- Enhancing STEM Education Curriculum and Instruction
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Innovation in curricular and course design, instructional delivery, and exploration of trends in STEM K–12 and higher education curriculum and instruction.
- Building Powerful Communities
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How communities (within and beyond UTeach programs) foster connection, courage, mentorship, professional growth, and shared leadership.
- Navigating Systems and Sustaining Programs
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Navigating the complex systems that shape STEM educator preparation, including institutional processes, state requirements, leadership engagement, funding, and program operations.
- Research, Inquiries, and Investigations
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Research, collaborative studies, and inquiries that address innovation in STEM education.
- Launching STEM Educators
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Practical sessions designed for preservice teachers, recent graduates, and early-career STEM educators as they prepare to enter and thrive in the profession.
"The conference was a meaningful and impactful experience. It is truly a gift to come together with like-minded colleagues to learn, grow, and renew our focus on the shared mission of preparing exceptional STEM educators."
— UTeach STEM Educators Conference attendee
Screenshot from old site, will be wider and have this year's orgs
Sample Strands
Enhancing STEM Education Curriculum and Instruction
Innovation in curricular and course design, instructional delivery, and exploration of trends in STEM K–12 and higher education curriculum and instruction.
Building Powerful Communities
How communities (within and beyond UTeach programs) foster connection, courage, mentorship, professional growth, and shared leadership.
Navigating Systems and Sustaining Programs
Navigating the complex systems that shape STEM educator preparation, including institutional processes, state requirements, leadership engagement, funding, and program operations.
Research, Inquiries, and Investigations
Research, collaborative studies, and inquiries that address innovation in STEM education.
Launching STEM Educators
Practical sessions designed for preservice teachers, recent graduates, and early-career STEM educators as they prepare to enter and thrive in the profession.