BASIS - Elementary School Outreach

During my stay at UC Berkeley, I have been a volunteer for the Bay Area Scientists in Schools (BASIS) Program, a program that connects UC Berkeley scientists and engineers with Bay Area elementary students. I have illustrated my research field to 3rd grade students and I have taught some basic scientific notions such as the concept of natural selection.Third graders learn about predators, prey, and food webs using birds as examples.

I have been a volunteer of the 2018 Cal Day Program, an UC Berkeley campus-wide event where the scientists showcases to a broader audience, different aspects of the research taking place in the university. I have participated to help lead some hands-on activities for children such as designing Alka Seltzer rockets and exploring all about air and space.