NSWC Crane has a broad range of K- University programs to inspire the next generation of STEM talent.
The goals are to:
- Provide hands-on activities and experiences to inspire STEM interest in students
- Promote Naval STEM career awareness
- Prepare the next generation for future global challenges
K-12 Programs:
- Crane STEM Lending Library
- Engineer in Training Field Trip
- Internships
- Summer Camps
- STEM Competitions
- Annual Open House
- STEM professionals in the Classroom
- Seaworthy STEM Curriculum (Seaworthy STEM Curriculum)
K-12 POCs:
- Tina Closser: K-12 STEM outreach coordinator
- Brandy Frady: STEM Education Specialist
- Kristi Seidenfaden: STEM Education Specialist
University Programs:
- NSWC Crane Temporary Faculty Program
- ONR Summer Faculty Research Program
- Government-funded Research Opportunities
- Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA)
- Educational Partnership Agreement
University POCs:
- Dr. Jon Dilger - Director of Research (jonathan.m.dilger.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Dr. Bryan Woosley - University Liaison (bryan.d.woosley.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Dr. Lee Cambrea - Liaison to the University of Notre Dame & Command Lead for Indiana Research Consortium (lee.r.cambrea.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Dr. Kelly Thoreson - Liaison to Purdue University & Regional Engagement Principal Defense Innovation Unit (kelly.m.thoreson.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Dr. Brandon Hirsch - Liaison to Indiana University & Regional Engagement Principal Defense Innovation Unit (brandon.e.hirsch2.civ@us.navy.mil)
Link to NAVSEA STEM
Link to Navy STEM
Link to DoD STEM