Celebrating STEM subjects with a pair of MINT-condition events
Earlier this month, local students came to the campus of Constructor University for the annual MINT-Tag, a day dedicated to giving the next generation of scientists and researchers a chance to experience the fun side of STEM subjects. Today, we’re taking a quick look back at the event, before focusing on what’s next: The world-renowned Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Constructor University (CU) are partnering up once again for MINTernational.
MINT is the German equivalent to STEM, standing for science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and the MINT-Tag was a one-day event held on campus at Constructor University featuring seminars dealing with game theory, voice-controlled microbits, the future of food, the chemistry of chocolate and overcoming gravity at home.
The spotlight will be back on STEM subjects in January for week of workshops held by MIT and CU students, where local high-school students will receive a one-of-a-kind opportunity to kindle their passion for STEM subjects. The 2025 MINTernational takes place January 20-24, 2025 and features workshops dedicated to physics, chemistry and robotics. Registration is open through December 15 and attendance is free. It’s an enlightening way to kick off the new year, offering up a deep dive into Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics a first-hand look at campus life. Plus, it’s an excellent chance for students to practice and improve their English.
The MINTerntional Workshops are annual Chemistry and Physics workshops held at Constructor University for high-school students from the Lower Saxony region. The workshops are arranged in collaboration with Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Global Teaching Labs (MIT’s GTLs). Within the scope of this program, undergraduate bachelor students from MIT visit Bremen for three weeks to prepare for and deliver the workshops with a partner student from Constructor University.
Since the initial MINTernational workshop was held at CU in 2023, interest and participation has increased steadily. “In 2023, we had 25 highly motivated students from local high schools and university preparatory institutions. Last year, we saw a 50% increase—something we hope to continue this year,” says Dr. Anneke Immoor, STEM director at Constructor University. In addition to the insights and knowledge imparted to participants during the event, students will receive a certificate of participation.” During the course of the workshops, participants are released from their regular lessons by their respective schools.
Questions answered by:
Dr. Anneke Immoor | STEM Coordinator
aimmoor@constructor.university