When will the STEAM Carnival be held?
The School of Arts and Sciences STEAM Carnival will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 2 - 5 PM in the Central Mall of the CSU Channel Islands campus.
Do I Need to Register?
Yes, we ask that all families interested in attending the STEAM Carnival sign up at the below registration website. The information that we collect in this registration will allow us to communicate with you in advance of the event.
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What exactly is the STEAM Carnival?
Each year since 2008, California State University Channel Islands has coordinated over 300 volunteers to provide over 50 hands-on science activities and demonstrations to kids in grades PK-8 and their families under the name the Science Carnival. Although the COVID pandemic caused the event to be placed on hiatus, it is now back! As of Fall 2023, the event was renamed the School of Arts and Sciences STEAM Carnival where the acronym STEAM refers to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. The objective of this free event is to inspire a love of learning in kids and in our community. Most of the activities are run by CSUCI students and faculty and community partners. It is a magical event you will share with your students or kids that will inspire awe and wonder about the curious fascinations that explains the world around us. You will also have an opportunity to sign up for a tour of the CSU Channel Islands campus.
Is there a fee to attend the STEAM Carnival?
The STEAM Carnival is a free community event sponsored by California State University Channel Islands and community partners.
Where will the STEAM Carnival be held?
The STEAM Carnival will be held in the Central Mall on the CSUCI campus.
When will the STEAM Carnival be held?
The STEAM Carnival will be scheduled for March 9, 2024 from 2- 5 pm. The event has many activities so you will want to arrive early to be able to take in all of the interesting experiments and activities.
Where do I park and how much does parking cost?
Free parking is available on the CSUCI campus.
What can I expect as a parent?
Your child will have the opportunity to see and engage in over 50 different science activities and demonstrations. Some of the favorite activities include marshmallow shooters, the self-carving pumpkin, liquid nitrogen frozen treats, the Ekho sonar experience, and hands-on inflating pig's lungs. All activities are run by volunteers, including CSUCI students and faculty members and community members.
What support services are provided to multicultural groups?
Families with Spanish-speaking only guests will have the opportunity to speak with Spanish-speaking students and professionals. They will happily provide information about each activity in Spanish.
Can I bring my students for a field trip?
Absolutely! Please register for the event and indicate that you will be bringing a bus of students in the registration form so we can provide details regarding unloading of students and a parking location for the bus. A teacher or chaperone to student ratio of 1:10 is highly encouraged.
What should I bring?
We recommend dressing in layers and bringing water. Once your kid sees all of the cool activities, they are rarely ready to leave as early as planned. Kids will be collecting hands-on STEAM throughout the evening (e.g., slime, a motor, lip balm, or hair gel that they have made) so you might consider bringing a "goodie" bag to carry them. And, don't forget to bring your curiosity!