Center for Rural Education in Science & Technology

09/07/2026

08/28/2026

🔬 What happens when a student asks, “I wonder why?

At the Western Regional Science Fair, students get the opportunity to turn that question into discovery! 🧪✨

They explore their curiosity, conduct real research, solve problems, and share what they’ve learned with others.

💙 For just $25, you can sponsor one student’s science fair project for the season.

Your support helps provide:
🔹 Science fair supplies and materials
🔹 Hands-on STEM experiences
🔹 Awards and recognition for student achievement
🔹 Opportunities to connect with scientists, educators, and STEM professionals
🔹 Judging and event materials
🔹 Resources to help students develop and present their research
🔹 Support that helps make participation accessible to students across rural communities

Last year, our fundraising goal was $3,000, and our amazing supporters raised $1,605. This year, we're reaching higher with a goal of $5,000 so we can support even more young scientists! 🚀

When you give, you’re not just supporting a science fair. You’re investing in curiosity, confidence, creativity, and the next generation of scientists.

💡 Give $25. Sponsor a project. Inspire a young scientist.

🎯 **Help us reach our $5,000 goal!**

Every project starts with a question.
Help a student discover the answer. 🔬🌱

Help support community and outreach at the University of Minnesota.

07/31/2026

The Summer Reading Library Tour may be over, but our adventures are far from finished!

Our CREST team will continue bringing hands-on STEM fun to the community. Be sure to stop by and see us at:

🤝 Crookston Night to Unite-August 4th
🍦 Ox Cart Days Ice Cream Social-August 12th

We'd love to see familiar faces, meet new friends, and share more exciting STEM activities with everyone. Come say hello and join in the fun!

07/31/2026

The perfect ending to the Summer Library Tour- in our hometown of Crookston!!
Thank you to everyone that came out to each community this summer!

07/23/2026

At THE CLIMAX LIBRARY TODAY 2pm-4pm

Through observation, inquiry, and hands-on activities, young scientists will examine real specimens, make comparisons, and uncover the stories hidden in rocks, soil, and fossils. It's a fun and engaging opportunity to explore geology, paleontology, and the natural world around us!

This program is free and open to all youth. Come ready to investigate, discover, and get your hands a little dirty!

07/01/2026

Come visit the Mobile Lab today until 3:30pm for the Karlstad City Library Summer Reading Program Event: Plant A Seed, Read!

06/28/2026

Thanks to everyone who attended our STEM event! We had a blast exploring, discovering, and learning together. It was inspiring to see so much curiosity and excitement as these future scientists dug into hands-on activities. We can't wait to see where your love of science takes you next! 🧪🔬🌎✨

06/21/2026

Thank you to all who joined us!

06/16/2026

We will be at the Mahnomen Public Library tomorrow at 12:30!!! Join us for Fun with Fossils!

Go beneath the surface and join an outreach team from the University of MN - Crookston's Center for Rural Education in Science and Technology and discover how the ground beneath your feet holds a timeline of the past using soil layers, rocks, minerals, and fossils to decode Earth’s story. Events will be held at locations around the region and are geared for youth ages 5-13.

🪴 Find an event near you and learn about your library's Summer Reading Program:
🔗 www.larl.org/soil
🔗 www.larl.org/explore