Great Lakes Bay Region CSOs

Name: Great Lakes Bay Region CSOs
Address: 7400 Bay Road, University Center, MI, 48749, US
Telephone: +19899644058

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06/10/2025

🚀 Big News from the CSO International Community! 🌍🎤

Earlier this month, two incredible Chief Science Officers alumni — Ashley Hoffman and Ty Jarvis — took the stage at the 2025 CrossRoads Conference in Indianapolis, hosted by Infosys Foundation USA!

In a powerful Spark Talk titled “From Student to STEM Leader: Our CSO Journey,” Ashley and Ty shared how the CSO program helped them find their voices, pursue their passions in STEM, and become confident, capable leaders. 💡✨
Their words inspired educators, policymakers, and changemakers from across the country — showing the real impact of elevating student voice in STEM.

🎥 Watch their Spark Talk here: https://bit.ly/TyJarvisAshleyHoffmanSparkTalk

We’re incredibly proud of these outstanding alumni — and proud to be part of the movement that helped launch their journey. 💙

STEM@SVSU is honored to lead and support the Chief Science Officers Program across the state of Michigan, empowering students to lead, advocate, and innovate in their schools and communities every day.
A huge thank you to Infosys Foundation USA for their continued support and belief in the CSO mission. And to Ashley and Ty — your leadership is lighting the way for the next generation of STEM leaders! 💪🌟

02/24/2025

🚀 Book Signing & STEM Celebration! 📖✨
What an incredible moment for Jaidyn R., our nationwide "Mission to Mars" contest winner, as she signed copies of her published story at Swan Valley High School! 🎉

To celebrate Jaidyn’s achievements, STEM@SVSU is gifting the signed copies of "Mission to Mars" to local libraries and schools and beyond—spreading inspiration and showcasing the power of STEM and storytelling! 📚💡

Jaidyn’s journey has been filled with amazing experiences, from meeting NASA experts to appearing on Fox5 News—and now, her story is officially in print for future young scientists to enjoy!

📖 Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Mars-Loxley-Browne/dp/B0DKGDBGF6/

🎉 Read the press release about Jaidyn’s journey: https://beathenian.org/mission-to-mars-press-conference/

Let’s give Jaidyn a huge round of applause for showing that STEM and creativity go hand in hand! 👏🚀

02/10/2025

We are beyond proud to celebrate Jaidyn R., a dedicated Chief Science Officer (CSO) in our program, for taking 1st place in the nationwide Athenian "Mission to Mars" contest! 🎉
This prestigious competition challenged students across the country to write a compelling short story about a 30-day journey to Mars, incorporating real-world space exploration concepts. Jaidyn's hard work, creativity, and scientific knowledge stood out among the finalists, earning them the top prize for their short story as well as first place in the mission patch design contest! 🎨🏆
Jaidyn’s journey was filled with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, including:
🚀 Meeting NASA experts and learning what it takes to be part of a space mission.
📺 Appearing on San Diego’s Fox5 News alongside aerospace engineer Julie Newman from Boeing to discuss the contest.
🎤 Speaking at a press conference at the San Diego Air & Space Museum, where their big win was announced.
🌟 Connecting with professionals in STEM, including actor/comedian Bill Bellamy, who offered words of encouragement.
Jaidyn's inspiring experience is now part of "Mission to Mars", a published book featuring the winning stories! Get your copy here: 📖➡️ https://www.amazon.com/Mission-Mars-Loxley-Browne/dp/B0DKGDBGF6/
This achievement is a testament to Jaidyn’s dedication, passion for STEM, and bright future ahead! 🚀 Join us in celebrating this out-of-this-world accomplishment!
📖 Read more about Jaidyn’s journey: https://beathenian.org/mission-to-mars-press-conference/

12/18/2024

STEM@SVSU is Leading the Charge for STEM Leadership Across Michigan! 🚀

This year, our STEM@SVSU team has worked tirelessly to train over 210 students as Chief Science Officers (CSOs) — student leaders who are amplifying the voice of youth in STEM education. Thanks to their hard work and passion, the program has successfully expanded to 4 new MiSTEM regions this year, reaching students from Wayne County to Washtenaw County and all the way to the Western Upper Peninsula. And we’re not slowing down! Next year, we’re set to expand into 6 more MiSTEM regions, further growing the reach of student STEM leadership across the state.

But what is a Chief Science Officer? 🤔
CSOs are student leaders who advocate for STEM education in their schools and communities. They launch school-wide STEM initiatives, partner with industry leaders, and ensure student voices are part of the conversation shaping the future of STEM education.

None of this would be possible without the heart, passion, and dedication of our incredible STEM@SVSU team. Every member of the team has played a vital role in supporting these students, growing the CSO network, and helping Michigan’s future STEM leaders thrive. Thank you for everything you do — your work is truly making an impact!

02/26/2024

Are you or someone you know a high school or middle school student interested in computer science, coding, or cybersecurity? STEM@SVSU and the GLBR East Chief Science Officers are excited to offer a FREE Teen Science Café in March!
Teen Science Café events allow teens and STEM professionals to engage in meaningful conversations and explore advances in science and technology. This event is open to any student in 6th - 12th grade in the Great Lakes Bay Region (Arenac, Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Gratiot, Isabella, Midland, Saginaw counties), as well as Huron and Tuscola counties.

Teen Science Cafes are always Free, Fun, and have Food! Pizza will be provided for dinner.

Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Saginaw Valley State University - Gilbertson Hall
Topics: Computer Coding and Cyber Security
Sign-up Link: https://forms.gle/M4YMXjayPeZR2aMN8

RSVP now as space is limited! All RSVPs are due by Monday, March 11th.

01/04/2024

Before break, Swan Valley Middle School CSOs Sydney and Jaidyn spent the whole day at Shields Elementary. These CSOs performed numerous STEMonstrations for grades Y5’s through 2nd as they worked to spread STEM awareness and excitement! All of the students were very engaged and eager to learn!

What a STEMazing Action Plan!

11/10/2023

🌟🏆 Big Congratulations to our Chief Science Officers, Sophia and Xinyang, for orchestrating an incredible STEMazing Race at their school! 🌟🏆

🚀🧪 Their innovative action plan not only skyrocketed student interest in STEM but also fostered a fantastic collaboration with the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance, local businesses, and STEM leaders. Their efforts have truly shown how teamwork and passion for science can create an unforgettable learning adventure. Kudos to Sophia and Xinyang for steering this inspiring journey! 🌌🤖

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween CSOs and Advisors, I hope you have a STEMtastic Halloween!

10/30/2023

Last week our Bay and Midland CSOs and Advisors had an incredible day at Covenant HealthCare!

10/24/2023

Saginaw County CSOs and Advisors had a STEMtastic day at Covenant HealthCare today!

10/16/2023

Our last and final LC Alumni Spotlight is CSO Alum Emily. Emily was a CSO during the first year of the program here in the GLBR and has continued to support it ever since. Emily recently graduated from SVSU with a degree in Biochemistry and is now attending Vanderbilt University to pursue her doctorate. Emily was a CSO for 2 years at Carrollton High School where she helped put together STEM Assemblies and held a Teen Science Café with over 50 students. During her time as a CSO Emily’s favorite part was “to meet so many people throughout our region as well as internationally, which broadened my perspective of the impact that STEM can have and will have in the future.” Emily plans to further her education to obtain a Ph.D. in chemistry/biochemistry and eventually work in a research and development industry.

Thank you, Emily, for all of your support over the last 5 years!

10/13/2023

Next up for our CSO Alumni Leadership Council Spotlight is CSO Alum Ashley. Ashley is a third-year chemistry major and math minor here at SVSU. In addition to her classes, she works as an intern at Dow GLBR in the Formulation, Automation, Material Science group in Core R&D, and does research in the SVSU Chemistry Department. As a CSO at Valley Lutheran High School, Saginaw from 2019-2021, Ashley organized weekly STEM activities for her high school’s STEM club of 30+ students as her ongoing action plan.

Thank you, Ashley for being STEMazing!

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University Center, MI
48749

Telephone

+19899644058

Website

https://www.svsu.edu/stem/k-12studentsparents/chiefscienceofficers/

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