The University of Southern Indiana is excited to present the Screagle Showcase in conjunction with Solarpalooza from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, April 8 in the Screaming Eagles Arena. The hands-on activity expo will feature K-12, engaging activities and demonstrations from academic programs and University clubs. It is open to the public at no charge.
Demonstrations and activities include, but are not limited to, the presentation of moon rocks collected by Apollo astronauts by the USI Geology, Physics, and Environmental Science Departments; exploring native and invasive plants at USI and the importance of dark skies to increasing pollinators with the USI Biology Department; and several child-friendly stations (including planets and playdough, moon jumping, and a solar-themed bean bag toss) presented by the USI Teacher Education Department.
For exact locations of all happenings, browse the USI Solarpalooza Map.
USI will host Solarpalooza Sunday and Monday, April 7-8, beginning with a talk by trailblazing electrical engineer and retired NASA astronaut Joan Higginbotham, at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 7 in the Screaming Eagles Arena, followed by a full day of experiential learning and engagement on Monday, April 8, the day of the eclipse.
