Outreach in Chemistry Dr Gan Shermer

Teaching fellow in Synthetic Chemistry Several years experience in public engagement and school’s outreach Also heavily involved in recruitment and admissions both for home and international students What about you? Introduction

Visits to schools General Chemistry/Science interest or careers talks Choosing AS subjects and applying to University Practical activities in class Spectroscopy in a suitcase Students in schools UAS projects ( Postgraduate ambassadors “Back to School” Chemistry What do we do?

Visits to the Department Spectroscopy visits (Yr 12/13) Synthesis days (Yr 10 – 13) Chemistry and Crime (Yr 8 – 13) Green Energy (Yr 10 – 13) Millennium Lectures Salters festivals and camps Science fairs Bath Taps into Science Cheltenham Science Festival Royal Society exhibitions Chemistry What do we do?

For Teachers Sustainable energy and the Environment Summer School for Teachers ( /charity-education/) Teacher advisory board Training and equipment loans CPD conferences and practical sessions Chemistry What do we do?

Engaging with schools Organisation and permissions Costs and time Curriculum relevant and appropriate Evaluating long term benefits? Challenges

Outreach vs recruitment Costs – who pays the bill? Recognition Targeting Anything else? Things to consider