American Center Chennai’s free summer STEM activities captivate students
The American Center at the U.S. Consulate General Chennai is buzzing with students, as its free summer activities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) are witnessing active participation from young minds.
The sessions will go on until May 30, 2025. With just two more weeks left for these summer sessions, students are invited to make use of the opportunity.
The program for students in classes 8 through 12 includes immersive and hands-on learning activities and will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Mondays through Thursdays, with movie screenings scheduled for Fridays at 10 a.m. Space is limited and all participants must register in advance for their daily slots via email ChennaiAMCenter@State.Gov or WhatsApp 73056-76662.
STEM learning tools including coding kits such as MicroBits and Snap Circuits, Merge Cube augmented reality experiences, virtual reality goggles, a 3D printer, and NASA-themed LEGO sets are available for participants to immerse in this environment of hands-on enrichment. Students can also participate in a fun and educational quiz daily for a chance to win prizes, including 3D printed keepsakes and NASA stickers.
Speaking about the initiative, U.S. Consulate General Chennai Public Diplomacy Officer Eric Atkins said, “The American Center is honoring American excellence in STEM through summer sessions that will be a gateway to imagination, discovery, and meaningful learning. We are proud to offer this free program to help cultivate the next generation of innovators.”
The American Center in Chennai, housed within the U.S. Consulate General, is a cornerstone for learning, dialogue, and inspiration, strengthening the relationship between the United States and India for more than seven decades. With a library of over 15,000 books and a wealth of multimedia and digital resources, the Center is open to the public each day between 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.