POSTPONED: The Baxter Symposium
The Baxter Symposium is postponed until Fall 2020.
We hate to have to do this again, but the Baxter Center will be postponing our Baxter Symposium until Fall 2020. The situation with the novel coronavirus continues to evolve rapidly and we feel it is important to follow the guidance of medical experts to avoid large gatherings so we do not contribute to the spread of infection. We look forward to celebrating the amazing work of our teachers and 10 years of partnership between Lindblom Math & Science Academy, Baxter International, Inc., Northwestern University, and now Round Lake High School in the fall!
Please visit https://www.northwestern.edu/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/ for more information on how the coronavirus is impacting our community.
The Baxter Symposium is an event designed to excite and inspire teachers to bring cutting-edge life science activities to their classrooms. We accomplish this by providing a day of real-world science and hands-on lab activities that show life sciences in the 21st century are exciting and amazing!
Attendees will have the chance to:
- Connect with scientists and hear about their cutting-edge research.
- Try out hands-on, NGSS-aligned curriculum modules led by educators who have successfully used them in their classrooms.
- Attend a free event for high school & middle school teachers.
- Receive FREE lab materials for all attendees!
- Enter lab equipment give-aways!
- Earn 6 CPDUs.
Event Information
We are so glad you will be joining us for a day of real-world science and hands-on lab activities at the Baxter Symposium! This year we will have a wide array of new hands-on activity offerings led by experienced teachers and science content specialists for you to choose from.
Attendees who carpool or take public transportation will have an extra chance to win goodies!
The 2020 Baxter Symposium: Advancing Life Sciences through Biotechnology
Date TBD, 8:00am - 3:45pm
Lindblom Math & Science Academy (6130 S. Wolcott Ave. Chicago, IL 60636)
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
|
8:00 - 8:45 |
Check-in and Continental Breakfast |
|
8:45 - 9:30 |
Welcome Remarks and Honoring Baxter Center Founders |
|
9:30 - 10:30 |
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Teresa Woodruff |
|
10:45 - 11:45 |
Break-Out Sessions (listed below) |
|
11:45 - 12:45 |
Lunch |
|
12:45 - 1:45 |
Break-Out Sessions (listed below) |
|
2:00 - 3:00 |
Break-Out Sessions (listed below) |
|
3:10 - 3:45 |
Closing Remarks and Give-Away |
Frequently Asked Questions:
How much does the event cost to attend?
Nothing! This event is FREE for teachers to attend.
Do I earn any CPDUs for attending?
You can earn 6 CPDUs for attending the Symposium.
Where is the event taking place?
The Baxter Symposium is taking place at Lindblom Math & Science Academy at 6130 S. Wolcott Ave in Chicago, IL. You can look up directions here.
Can I take Public Transportation?
Yes! Bus 63 stops at 63rd and Wolcott Avenue. There is also a Green Line stop at Ashland and 63rd. Both are a short walk to Lindblom! Attendees who carpool or take public transportation will have an extra chance to win goodies!
Where do I park?
Parking is available in the parking lot at the NW corner of the school and along surrounding streets. No permits are required to park in the neighborhood. Enter through the main doors on Wolcott Avenue.
Do I have to pay for parking?
No - parking is free.
I hear there is a chance to get goodies. What kind of goodies?
Every year we give away Baxter Boxes to all attendees. These consist of both fun things and items that will help you implement hands-on labs in your classroom. We also have give away drawings at the end of the day, where you have a chance to win things like lab equipment, lab kits, and other exciting items. Carpooling or taking public transport to the Symposium gives you extra chances to win!
Will lunch be provided?
Lunch will be provided. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are included. If you have other dietary restrictions, please let us know by emailing us at bcse@northwestern.edu
Is there anything I need to bring with me?
Some sessions use computers, so it might be useful to bring yours along. Extra computers will also be available. To make check-in go faster, you can also bring these completed forms with you: the Baxter Photo Release and Northwestern Photo Release.
