A curious kid investigator explores careers with female professionals working in a wide variety of STEM-related fields. The Curious About Careers shorts series was honored with a Regional Emmy Award for Children/Youth/Teens – Program/Special in 2018.
Curious About Careers Lessons
Kelly Stano of Little Caesars® serves up the science behind pizza making with Janellyn! A lot of STEM goes into [...]
Genesis does some STEM-related stretching with yoga instructor Rebecca Gulbransen. Yoga exercises the body and mind, impacting our entire nervous [...]
Genesis ignites her passion for firefighting with Teresa Robinson! Teresa and her team demonstrate putting on gear, climbing up ladders, [...]
Tune into Janellyn’s interview with STEM radio host Chelsie Boodoo! STEM host meets STEM host in this unique episode. Chelsie [...]
Janellyn talks with Candee Williams about the science of rust prevention! Rust causes millions of dollars of damage to metal [...]
Janellyn maps out the world of health geography with Dr. Dee Jordan! Health geography is looking at the place and [...]
Genesis hears from neuroscientist Dr. Liz McCullagh how sound impacts different animal brains! Liz explains to Genesis how sound affects [...]
Janellyn spends her “spare” time discovering the science of bowling with retired professional bowler and Michigan Sports Hall of Fame [...]
Janellyn gets an earful about the science of sound waves with Engineer Lalita Udpa! She gets a firsthand look at [...]
Janellyn “jumps” into the science of skydiving with instructor Erendira Sanchez Gonzalez! From understanding wind direction to the aerodynamics of [...]
Genesis has good, “clean” fun with soap scientist Julie Konkle! Together they explore the chemical reactions that occur in the [...]
Genesis joins United States Geological Survey hydrologist Cynthia Rachol in testing our nation's rivers. Genesis and Cynthia collect water quality [...]
Janellyn has a heart to heart with cardiac anesthesiologist Penny Wilton about what it takes to be a critical care [...]
Janellyn learns how electromagnetism powers cell phones, TV’s, and laptops from researcher Amanpreet Kaur. She shows Janellyn how to design [...]
Janellyn has a GRRREAT! time with Kellogg Company packaging engineer Karen Keeder! Karen shows Janellyn the science that goes into [...]
Physical therapist Jill Marlan explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how she helps people recover from injuries. Ms. Marlan is [...]
Orthopedic Researcher LeeAnn Kaiser describes to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how her research uses robots to help us better understand [...]
Child Development Researcher Janet Hauck demonstrates to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how early physical activity and stimuli for infants like [...]
Janellyn has an “energizing” tour with Power and Water Plant Director, Sherri Jett! She sees firsthand how the T.B. Simon [...]
Genesis explores the importance of infrastructure design and construction with Civil Engineer Tula Ngasala! Civil engineers design, construct, and maintain [...]
Callan’s knowledge of STEM flies to new heights thanks to Drone Pilot and Videographer Kara Murhpy! Drones are used for [...]
Callan “digs” into a career in archaeology and anthropology with Stacey Camp! Callan visits an excavation site on the campus [...]
Olivia goes up, up, and away with pilot Dawn McKenzie to discover the science of hot air ballooning! Weather, physics, [...]
Bike Fitter Laura Harris shows Aikem how STEM and cycling are a perfect fit! Cyclists can get injured if their [...]
Olivia gets a taste of food science with JIFFY Research and Development Manager Jade Heslip. Olivia visits the JIFFY Mix [...]
Skilled tradesperson Jennifer Hall sparks Janellyn’s interest in welding! Welding is one of the strongest ways to fuse metal and [...]
Genesis learns how STEM is integral to transition services for the visually impaired. Transitions Services Manager Shannon McVoy takes Genesis [...]
Equine Diagnostician Dr. Stephanie Valberg explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how she helps hurting horses recover and stay healthy. [...]
Genesis gets a “kick” learning the physics of Tang Soo Do with Master Quiana Powell! Genesis joins Master Q’s class [...]
Janellyn learns about the lifesaving technology of Nano-Biosensors! Janellyn tours the Nano-Biosensor lab at Michigan State University with Professor Evangelyn [...]
Genesis is in for a tasty treat in science when she meets baker Nikki Thompson Frazier! Did you know STEM [...]
Janellyn takes a pit stop with Hannah Maloof to learn the science of engine building! Get your motor running! Engine [...]
Flavor historian Nadia Berenstein gives Genesis a taste of artificial flavor science! From bananas to strawberries to lemon-lime, what gives [...]
Genesis sculpts her understanding of STEM in ceramics with artist Jae Won Lee! Ceramics is as much science as it [...]
Janellyn gets an earful about sound design from sonic strategist Kristen Lueck! Listen up! Did you know that there’s a [...]
Janellyn builds her knowledge of construction careers with industry consultant Rita Brown! Janellyn visits a skilled trades training center with [...]
Opthamologist Dr. Sonia Rana explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how she helps people maintain their vision with ocular testing [...]
Audiologist Brooke Tudor shows Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how to properly test and care for our hearing. Dr. Tudor is [...]
Technology Coordinator Michelle Massey shows Curious Crew investigator Janellyn the importance of coordinating IT, data management and cyber security for [...]
Energy Manager Mary Palkovich shows Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how power is brought to homes and businesses. Ms. Palkovich is [...]
Orthopedic Surgeon Julie Dodds shows Curious Crew investigator Janellyn what a sports doctor does. Dr. Dodds works in sports medicine [...]
Microbiologist Joan Rose shows Curious Crew investigator Janellyn the workings of a water research lab. Dr. Rose leads the Molecular [...]
Biomechanical Engineer Tamara Reid Bush shows Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how she and her students study the movement of the [...]
Dr. Mona talks with Curious Crew investigator Janellyn about what it means to care for a child's health. Dr. Mona [...]
Nuclear Physicist Artemis Spyrou takes Curious Crew investigator Janellyn on an interactive tour of an atom-smashing cyclotron. Dr. Spyrou is [...]
Communications Director Teri Battaglieri explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how important communication and promotion is to a person’s dental [...]
Behavioral Health Researcher Amy Graham explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how she and her team at Wayne State University [...]
Actuary Toby Hall explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how dental insurance rates are determined by the choices people make [...]
Energy systems analyst Adel Pascaris explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how energy gets from electrical sources to consumers and [...]
Electrical engineering Professor Shanelle Foster explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn what she and her team of research students have [...]
Janellyn invests in learning about climate change with Marilyn Waite! Marilyn explains to Janellyn how she works with corporations to finance climate change efforts. Marilyn stresses the importance of helping prevent climate change as an individual, from taking public buses to opening a climate-friendly bank account.
Genesis predicts a career in meteorology with Emily Wahls! Genesis stops by a TV station to explore the science of forecasting the weather as a meteorologist. She learns how weather models are used to predict the weather and has some fun with the green screen!
Genesis dives into exploring marine archaeology with Melanie Damour! Melanie explains what it’s like to scuba dive to historic shipwrecks to study ancient artifacts and bring history back to the surface.
Genesis makes some waves learning about chemical oceanography with Dr. Ashanti Johnson! Dr. Johnson explains the different fields of oceanography, and how studying different chemicals in run-off affect water and water flow.
Janellyn explores the benefits of prescribed burns and how they relate to convection with United States Fire Management Officer Persephone Whelen. Janellyn also learns about the various tools firefighters use and the safety precautions they must take in the field.
Zookeeper Annie Marcum shows investigator Genesis the nutritional science involved in the care of carnivores! From lions to tigers to otters, oh my, Genesis helps Annie with her daily dinner duties at Lansing’s Potter Park Zoo!
Computer Coder Hillary Lewandowski explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how programming language is used to create interactive websites. Ms. Lewandowski is a Drupal Developer for Commercial Progression in Northville, MI.
Robotics and Automation Educator Sid Mosley demonstrates to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how students and professionals retrain for new careers by learning how to program robots in manufacturing and automation. Mr. Mosley is the coordinator for the Center for Manufacturing Excellence at Lansing Community College in Lansing, MI.
Water Chemist Daveda Quinn shows investigator Genesis the importance of chemistry in keeping our water clean and safe! Daveda gives her a tour of the Wastewater Treatment Plant in Jackson, Michigan, and Genesis gets "hands on" training testing water and learning the importance of protecting this vital natural resource.
Genesis “strengthens” her knowledge of athletic training with LouAnne Jefferson! Athletic training is more than just push-ups and sit-ups! Genesis learns how different body movements and the use of bands, bosus, and even water treadmills help athletes build muscle strength and stay healthy!
Fasten your seat belt as Janellyn learns how to fly a plane with Delta Air Lines pilot Emily Coaker! Janellyn’s knowledge about aviation soars as Emily gives her a tour of the flight deck on a Boeing 717 at Detroit Metro Airport.
Janellyn’s knowledge about forest hydrology grows with Asia Dowtin! They venture into the forest to collect and analyze precipitation samples to calculate water movement through stem flow, which is vitally important to the urban planning and development of water systems.
Janellyn gets a bird’s eye view of ornithology from expert Pam Rasmussen! Ornithologist Pam Rasmussen explains the science behind the study of birds. Pam and Janellyn spend the day bird watching using all different kinds of equipment including binoculars, cameras, and listening devices! Janellyn also gets a tour of bird exhibits at the Michigan State University Museum.
Michigan State University Athletic Turf Manager Amy Fouty shares the science behind creating athletic fields with kid investigator Genesis! Amy teaches Genesis the importance of having different types of turf for different sports, how to measure a field’s water level, and the overall care that goes into turf management.
Health Educator Bethany Thayer explains to Curious Crew investigator Janellyn how awareness of healthy lifestyles and making good choices can improve our overall well-being and help us live long lives. Ms. Thayer is the Director of the Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit, MI.
Explore your possibilities at Detroit's Michigan Science Center as Dr. Tonya Matthews takes Janellyn on an interactive tour.
Janellyn has a GRRREAT! time with Kellogg Company packaging engineer Karen Keeder! Karen shows Janellyn the science that goes into the designing, labeling, and testing of the packages for various Kellogg's food products, including Cheez-It and Rice Krispies Treats.
Fiat Chrysler Automotive’s auto-design color and materials director LaShirl Turner shows Janellyn the science and art behind using various colors and materials for automobiles. Together they compare and contrast different materials in the FCA Design Dome, and Janellyn even gets to take a test drive!
Genesis is 'over-the-moon' to learn about astronomy with Jillian Bellovary! Jillian explains to Genesis what black holes are, how they form, and how she studies them using computer simulations.
Janellyn’s knowledge about space blasts off with NASA astronaut Jessica Meir! Jessica launches into her experience of what it’s like to be in outer space, including being a part of the first all-female spacewalk. Janellyn learns how Jessica’s love of biology led to her passion to become an astronaut with NASA.
Architectural Designer Tiffany Brown “builds” Janellyn’s knowledge about architecture! Janellyn learns the science and art that goes into the process of creating and constructing buildings in downtown Detroit.
Genesis “jams” with musician Jen Sygit and discovers how music is based on science! They play a variety of instruments [...]