Tune in to the STEM Yard podcast as host Alonzo Alexander sits down with Delaney Carey from ABB. Delaney shares her inspiring journey to a fulfilling career in STEM, starting from her lifelong passion for science. Learn how she turned her enthusiasm for Industrial Engineering into a thriving career at the global technology leader, ABB. Delaney offers invaluable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to kick-start their own STEM career. Don't miss this insightful episode, and join us in thanking ABB for their vital sponsorship of the North Carolina Science Olympiad, which provides han ..read more

You won't want to miss this week's episode of the STEM Yard podcast, because we are  recapping the 2024 NC Science Olympiad State Tournament! ? Your host, Alonzo Alexander, is on the scene to bring you all the thrilling details. Get ready to hear about which teams took home the big prizes, and listen in on Alonzo's conversations with the incredible competitors. These students have worked so hard to showcase their STEM skills, and we couldn't be more proud of them! ? Of course, none of this would be possible without the incredible volunteers, families, and sponsors that make NC Science Ol ..read more

 In this week's episode of The STEM Yard, Alonzo chats with NC Science Olympiad Director Lisa Giacomelli and Program Coordinator Jayne Carlisle about the upcoming 2024 State Tournament on NC State's campus on April 12-13th. Alonzo, Lisa and Jayne discuss plans for the State Tournament including ways to get involved and how teams can get into the spirit of competition.  The STEM Yard ?️Instagram | Facebook | Twitter ? Contact Us ?Website ?Sign-up for our newsletter The STEM Yard is a production of The Science House at NC State University. Our show is produced by Valerie Bass with ..read more

Hold onto your test tubes because we've got a real scientific gem for you! Introducing Sidney Wilkerson-Hill, NC State Alum, brilliant Assistant Professor in the Chemistry Department at UNC Chapel Hill and former Science Olympiad whiz-kid extraordinaire. From acing science competitions to shaping young minds in the classroom, Sidney's journey from Science Olympiad competitor to keynote speaker at the 2024 NC Science Olympiad State Tournament is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Join us as we chat with Sidney about all things science, education, and the thrill of competition. Get ready to be insp ..read more

Join Alonzo as he sits down with Rooney Coffman, the Director of the prestigious Laurinburg Tournament - the oldest Science Olympiad tournament in North Carolina.  Let's celebrate 50 years of excellence with NCSO (North Carolina Science Olympiad) as we reflect on its remarkable journey and impact over the past half-century. Discover the history, insights, and stories from the first Science Olympiad Tournament. Explore more NCSO History! The STEM Yard ?️Instagram | Facebook | Twitter ? Contact Us ?Website ?Sign-up for our newsletter The STEM Yard is a production of The Science House at ..read more

In this episode, we have a special guest with us - Pat Weber, the former coach of the Carnage Magnet Middle School Science Olympiad team. Pat is no ordinary coach, as she won the Coach of the Year award in 2017. Her leadership and expertise have led Carnage to numerous State and National Tournaments throughout her successful tenure. Join us as we dive into Pat's incredible journey as a coach and explore the strategies she implemented to achieve such remarkable success. We'll uncover her secrets to building a winning team, fostering a passion for STEM subjects, and overcoming challenges along ..read more

Introducing Season 2 of #TheSTEMYard, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of Science Olympiad and beyond! Join us as host Alonzo Alexander sits down with the phenomenal Jayne Carlisle, our NEW Program Coordinator! In this episode, Jayne spills the beans about her passion for Science Olympiad and shares her vision for the program. Plus, she dishes out some seriously valuable tips you won't want to miss!  Tune in and discover how Jayne's enthusiasm, expertise, and love for all things STEM will take our program to new heights. The STEM Yard ?️Instagram | Facebook | Twitter ? Con ..read more

The STEM Yard is back with a bang! Join us for an exciting Division A Launch Party, hosted by the one and only Alonzo Alexander. This is a great episode to listen to with your team. It's interactive and students can guess, along side Alonzo, as NCSO Director Lisa Giacomelli unveils new events using clues.  Our brand new events will push your scientific knowledge and skills to the next level. From mind-bending challenges to hands-on experiments, there's something for everyone. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of fun and excitement! Pssst... Be the first to know... During our launch party ..read more

In this week's episode of The STEM Yard, host Alonzo Alexander is back for part two of our LIVE coverage from the 2023 Science Olympiad National Tournament at Wichita State University. Alonzo chats with three teams; Seven Lakes High School from Katy, Texas, Enloe Magnet High School from Raleigh, NC and Carmel High school from Carmel, Indiana.  Teams discuss what it's like competing at an in-person Nationals for the first time in years, how fun it can be connecting with other teams, best merch at the swap meet and their experience at Wichita State University.  The STEM Yard ?️Instagr ..read more

In this week's episode of The STEM Yard, host Alonzo Alexander is LIVE from the 2023 Science Olympiad National Tournament at Wichita State University. Alonzo chats with Jenny Kopach, CEO & Senior Vice President of Marketing Communications for Science Olympiad. Jenny shares what Science Olympiad means to her family. what sets the program apart from other STEM competitions and her advice for teams. Also joining the podcast is Ashwin (Ash) Ghadiyaram, NC Science Olympiad Alum, National Anatomy & Physiology Event Leader and current med student at Virginia Commonwealth University. Ash discu ..read more