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Crespo Group Outreach
- Training of underrepresented groups in the sciences.
- The Crespo Group gives summer research opportunities to local high school students to encourage early interest and participation in the field of Chemistry, welcoming Courtney Johnson into the lab during the Summer of '08. Courtney's bio can be found in the Members section.
- Associated Faculty of the Minority Graduate Student Organization (MGSO) at Case Western Reserve University (2007). The MGSO was formed in 2001 to foster a student group identity and shared values. The MGSO meets once a month to discuss members' research experiences. Visit the MGSO website here.
- Underrepresented 8th and 9th graders, 2007-2008. In fall 2008, the PI participated in a series of workshops for underrepresented 8th and 9th graders in the Cleveland Municipal School District focusing on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The primary goal is to strength STEM concepts and motivates students to follow STEM career path in the future. This is a joint effort with Dr. LaShanda Korley, African-American and Assistant Professor of Macromolecular Science and Engineering Department at Case Western Reserve University.
- In May 2009, Prof. Crespo organized a workshop in Cleveland as part of the Central Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society (CERMACS2009). The workshop was comprised of a series of lectures and hands-on demonstrations to introduce theoretical and experimental aspects of time-resolved spectroscopy. Over 35 people attended the workshop, which was open to graduate students, postdoctoral research associates, and academic researchers attending CERMACS2009.
- Undergraduate Research. The undergraduate research experience is critical for students pursuing advanced training in science. While the foundational knowledge acquired in courses is necessary for a solid education in chemistry, it is not sufficient to train students in the practice of chemistry. Crespo’s objective had been to give students a place to explore their understanding of chemistry and to critically think through the best way to solve problems associated with the project. The undergraduate research experience prepares students to think independently and to participate in advancing the scholarship in chemistry. As a research advisor, Prof. Crespo work alongside his students as they develop the knowledge and skills to become independent scientists and have scientific literacy. Individual interactions and group meetings help students learn how to communicate their results and ideas. Writing papers and reports help students clarify the depth of their own understanding. Local and national presentations in conferences and meetings provide the opportunity for students to understand how their research contributes to the broader context of science.
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