Our first-ever celebration of evolutionary science for children and youth!
Admission to all events free, but most require reservations. Check out Piccolo Darwin 2014 for more information.

The Universe Verse – Grades 7-12
From the Big Bang to the scientific method, Jamie Dunbar explains the origins of the universe, life on Earth and the human race in The Universe Verse, a series of scientifically accurate, rhyming comic books.

Animal Attraction – Grades 7-12
What do females want? And just how far are males willing to go to win a mate and pass on their genes? You’d be surprised at what animals do for love! International wildlife photographer Scott Snider will present a fun and fascinating look at courtship in the animal kingdom.

Your Most Ancient Relatives: Chemosynthetic Bacteria? – Grades 7-12
In 1977, scientists diving in the submersible Alvin made a stunning discovery on the bottom of the Pacific Ocean: vents pouring incredibly hot, mineral-rich, acidic fluids from beneath the seafloor, inhabited by previously unknown organisms thriving on “toxic” compounds in the absence of sunlight. Marine geologist Dr. Leslie Sautter and marine biologist Dr. Craig Plante will present awe-inspiring video of the one-mile deep hydrothermal vent ecosystem found on Axial Seamount.

Join the Department of Chemistry this Tuesday evening for Love Potion #9: The Chemistry of Scent and Fragrance.

Where: 202 Calhoun Street, College of Charleston School of Science and Math Building, Room 100

When: 6:30 – 8:00 PM
6:30 PM – Hands on Activities and Discussion
7:00 PM – Webinar with Guest Speakers (including Ms. Virginia Hutchins, a perfumer, Dr. Jianjun Li, a scientist, and Dr. Diane Schmidt, Section Head in R&D, all from Proctor and Gamble)
7:30 PM – Live Q & A

YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND AS SPACE IS LIMITED: email deavorj@cofc.edu with your name and how many are in your group

The Physics and Astronomy department at the College of Charleston is once again holding an open house at our facilities. Weather permitting, our 16-in telescope in the rooftop observatory and the observing deck with smaller telescopes will be open to the public.  We will also have fun activities and demonstrations for all ages in rooms on the first floor of the science building.    Enter the Rita Liddy Hollings Science Center (NOT the New Science Center on Calhoun St.) via the Coming Street entrance and check in with the Society of Physics Students host, who will direct you to the location of the indoor and outdoor activities.

This event is free and open to the public.  However if you plan to bring a large group (10 or more), or if you will need special accommodations, please let us know ahead of time by contacting (truec@cofc.edu, 843-953-2031).

Open-toed shoes are not permitted on the observing deck. Please keep in mind that it can be several degrees cooler and much windier on the roof than at ground level.

For further information and last-minute weather alerts, please refer to our website: www.cofc.edu/observatory.   We also have a Facebook page www.facebook.com/CofCObservatory.

Join the Lowcountry Hall of Science and Math on February 8, 2014 at the Charleston STEM Festival. During the festival kick-off, children and families will view exhibits and participate in interactive demonstrations hosted by local industries, non-profits and educational institutions. In the two weeks following the event, our community supporters will be hosting a wide variety of events around town, including workshops, lectures, and open houses.

The festival kick-off on Saturday, February 8, 2014 is a one-day (10am-3pm) interactive event at Liberty Square that will highlight the many STEM education initiatives in the area.

For more information, check out http://charlestonstemfest.org/. To participate in the Charleston STEm Art Contest, check out http://charlestonstemfest.org/art-contest/.

The 2014 Lowcountry Science and Engineering Fair (LSF) will be held Tuesday April 1, 2014 at the College of Charleston TD Arena, Meeting Street. Registration and forms will be due on Friday, March 7, 2014.

The LSF is open to students in grades 5-12 in Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, and Georgetown counties. More information regarding registration will be sent out at a later date.