18 Jan 2018

Quad City Engineering & Science Council 2018 Award Nominations Now Open

By Dan D’Alessandro

Davenport (Jan. 16, 2018) — The Quad City Engineering & Science Council (QCESC) is seeking nominations to recognize exceptional scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and technology professionals and educators in the Quad Cities Area.

18 Jan 2018

Get your creativity on through our Dream Big: Design Challenges!

By Putnam Museum & Science Center
Did you know engineering is one of the fastest growing industries in the world?  Get your future engineers ready for a fun experience that will give them the tools to build and solve problems like a real engineer.
Saturday, Feb. 3 bring your Explorers (2nd through 5th grade) or your Jr. Explorers (Pre-K through 1st grade) to the Putnam to participate in design challenges that will spark their interest to engineer our world!
12 Jan 2018

STEM Professional Hockey Night, Award Nominations, Teachers Night Out and Scholarship Deadlines

By The Quad City Engineering & Science Council (QCESC)
Upcoming Events and Reminders:
    29 Dec 2017

    Receive One-on-One Device Advice at the Davenport Library!

    By PR & Marketing Team Davenport Public Library

    Did you get a fabulous new electronic device recently? Do you have no idea how to use it? Would you like some tips on how to get the most out of it? Throughout the month of January we be offering  One-on-One Device Advice to help you master your new technology. Join us during the following times:

    Wednesday, January 3 at Eastern (6000 Eastern Avenue), 4:00-7:00pm

    28 Dec 2017

    Gov. Reynolds announces science camp scholarship opportunity

    By Craig Johnson

    (DES MOINES) – Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Thursday the opportunity for two Iowa high school seniors to receive full scholarships to attend the 2018 National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp) this summer in West Virginia. The students will exchange ideas with scientists and other professionals from the academic, corporate and government worlds during the nearly month-long experience.

    27 Dec 2017

    Strawbees Program at the Davenport Library

    By PR & Marketing Team Davenport Public Library

    Test your engineering creativity with Strawbees at the Davenport Library. This STEM program invites kids to engineer and create with Strawbees, simple units that let you connect straws to build mechanical objects. Join us at Fairmount (3000 Fairmount Street) on Thursday January 11 at 4:00pm and find out what you’re capable of building!

    20 Dec 2017

    Net Neutrality - What Do YOU Think?

    By Rep. Dave Loebsack

    Dear Friend, TELL ME: What do you think about action taken by the FCC to reverse net neutrality?

    15 Dec 2017

    2018 Solar Training Academy to be Held in Dubuque

    By Kaitlyn Kohl

    Dec. 15, 2017 (Dubuque, IA) - Iowa experienced 62% solar jobs growth in 2016 according to the the most recent National Solar Jobs Census conducted by the The Solar Foundation. Growth is expected to continue in the region, and to meet the need for trained and qualified solar workers, the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) will be hosting a Solar Training Academy in Dubuque starting in January 2018.

    13 Dec 2017

    Upcoming QCESC Events with Volunteer Needs and Reminders:

    By The Quad City Engineering & Science Council (QCESC)
    • QCESC Monthly Meeting: NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, December 13th at 6:00 P.M. at Hamilton Tech College.  Everyone is welcome to attend!
      12 Dec 2017

      Iowa Biodiesel Board Welcomes Grassley Aide to Lead Biodiesel Federal Affairs

      By Jenna Higgins Rose

      Kurt Kovarik joins National Biodiesel Board as VP of Federal Affairs

      (ANKENY, Iowa) –  The National Biodiesel Board has announced that Kurt Kovarik, legislative director for U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA), will join the trade association’s Washington D.C. office as Vice President of Federal Affairs. Iowa Biodiesel Board Executive Director Grant Kimberley issued the following statement:

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