A New Focus on STEM in the Annex

The new university-grade Physics, Chemistry and Biology labs in the Annex are more flexible, functional, and efficient. These labs enable students to better model the practices and behaviors of scientists, as they consider their future studies and careers. The Head of Science Dr. Shayri Greenwood explains, “The labs feel so much bigger. We have space to ideate programs for the future. We are thinking in terms of independent research projects and new equipment such as rotary evaporators and melting point apparatuses.”

The new Faculty Center has already sparked interdisciplinary collaboration. The large space, which  features 18 carrels, has been officially named STEM Cell and the meeting room at the center, Nucleus. Dr Greenwood comments, “It is light-filled and welcoming. It is opening up dialogue and sparking new ideas. It is a sweet joy!”