Quinnipiac University's Bristol-Myers Squibb Center for Science Teaching and Learning is a network of scientists and educators working in concert to advance the art of science education from kindergarten to university level.

The center draws on the expertise of:

• Quinnipiac's departments of biological sciences and chemistry and physical science
• Quinnipiac's Division of Education
• Statewide K-12 school districts
• Schooner, Inc.
• BioBus
• CT Academy for Education
• Various governmental partners, including the Department of Environmental Protection

The center will be located at the Farm River State Park in East Haven, Conn., and is directed by Carolyn Kelley.

In recent years, the United States has fallen far behind other developed nations in its preparation of students for careers in science, math and technology (ranking 15th in math and 9th in science worldwide), as well as failing to provide basic science literacy to its citizens. In response to this desperate need, the center offers professional development experiences for K-12 teachers in proven techniques for successful science instruction.

Currently, the Bristol-Myers Squibb Center for Science Teaching and Learning provides professional development workshops for teachers in inquiry-based teaching methods and provides innovative tools with which to teach science. The center strives to support student proficiency and achievement in science.

Learn about our ongoing projects