Little Shop of Physics News
Spring Science Extravaganza
On April 22, the Little Shop of Physics hosted our Spring Science Extravaganza. Despite snow in the morning, this free public event attracted thousands of people to CSU campus for a day of science fun! We had our classic hands-on science experiment stations and some brand new demonstrations (think bubbles and rockets!) that are too [...]Meet our STEM Engagement Coordinator
We are happy to announce Olivia Santiago is our STEM Engagement Coordinator. Olivia joined the Little Shop of Physics team in October 2022. She has a natural talent for informal education and has passion for sharing science with people of all ages.
Traveling Science Experience: Garden Place Academy
The Little Shop of Physics brought the Traveling Science Experience to six classes at Garden Place Academy in Denver, Colorado on March 23, 2023. We were very impressed by the students who worked together to build their very own plushie launcher using a leaf blower, PVC pipes, and a scooter!Little Shop of Physics Future Teacher Summer Internship
Are you interested in becoming a teacher? Do you love science shenanigans? Have you always loved building crazy things? The Little Shop of Physics Future Teacher Summer Internship Program may be right for you! We are seeking interns to join us in sharing science with communities all over Colorado! We are hiring 1-2 current CSU [...]LSOP in Action: Pow Wow
November 5, 2022 The Little Shop of Physics was invited to join the AISES Pow Wow, which culminates a monthlong celebration of Native American Heritage Month. This public event highlights Native American culture, dance, food, and art, and we were excited to share some of our hands-science experiment stations. Over the course of the evening, [...]Society of Physics Students Congress 2022 Workshop
Iron Chef Science Science is something that anyone can cook-up! Science is something anyone can do, with anything, anytime. One of the missions of Little Shop of Physics is teach science through hands-on exploration. Data shows that experiencing science through hands-on learning is more effective and reaches a larger audience. This workshop will give you [...]LSOP at CSU Chem Halloween Show
Sunday, October 30 The Little Shop of Physics took part in the CSU Chemistry Halloween show! We set up a spooky Dark Room and worked with over 1000 members of the public!
LSOP in Action: CSU Spur October 2022
The Little Shop of Physics will set up at CSU Spur in Denver for the month of October. There will be public events, school visits, and teacher workshops. Check back soon for more details!CSU Magazine: A Campus Conversation with Brian Jones
Our illustrious Director, Brian Jones, was recently interviewed by CSU Magazine. Check out the full article at https://magazine.colostate.edu/a-campus-conversation-with-brian-jones/LSOP in Action: Tie Dye 2022
Check out the LSOP crew for our annual tie dye event. Our theme this year is "Shaping Science, Sharing Science".Public Events
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LSOP in Action: Spring Science Extravaganza 2023
On April 23, 2023, the Little Shop of Physics hosted our Spring Science Extravaganza. Thousands of people came out to this free, public science event!Spring Science Extravaganza: When Bears Fly
The Little Shop of Physics Spring Science Extravaganza is coming up this Saturday, April 22! This free, public event will take place on CSU campus and is for learners of all ages! Check out this preview of our grand finale, When Bears Fly!