Workshop for Teens Blends Solar Energy Art and Science

Learning Options, Inc. is partnering with Fairmont State University artists and scientists to offer an innovative three-day workshop that blends art and science disciplines. The unique learning opportunity is supported in part by a STEAM Power WV grant from the West Virginia Division of Culture and History in partnership with the Benedum Foundation.

Science. Art. Why choose? Learn how the Solar Army: WV Brigade (http://fairmontstate.edu/solararmywv) is blending the boundaries between disciplines to produce energy for the future. In this three-day in-depth learning experience, participants ages 14 and older will tap into their creative potential and participate in real research to help figure out how art techniques can further the search for new solar materials. Students will learn how artists use spray, print and paint methods to apply and blend colors and how these techniques can be adapted for preparing new materials for solar energy research.

The workshop will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. June 7, 8 and 9 on the Fairmont State campus, and is designed for participants aged 14 and older. The cost is $50 for the three-day workshop. Attendance on day one of the workshop is a prerequisite for attending either or both of the other days. 

Space is limited. To register for the event, go to https://www.facebook.com/learningoptionswv/ or check out registration on the Learning Options Facebook page @LearningOptionsWV. (Limited tuition assistance is available from LOI based on need; interested parties may apply during registration and will be notified of award amount and invoiced for balance due.)

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