The mission of the Stevens Center for Literacy and STEM Education is to advance the fields of literacy and STEM Education through research, teaching, and outreach collaboratives. The Stevens Center seeks to create more innovative, responsive, and inclusive literacy and STEM learning opportunities for individuals across the lifespan.
The Stevens Center for Literacy and STEM Education will be led by Director Julie Barnhart Francis and Faculty Director Courtney Koestler, who bring decades of experience and expertise in Literacy and STEM Education collaborative projects.
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OHIO Career Ready CampusHouses workforce and career development programs, including Adult Basic Education, GED Preparation, Workforce Literacy and Readiness Education, Transition to Post-Secondary Education, ESOL and Civics Education, and Corrections Education.
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Helen M. Robinson Center for ReadingProvides tutoring for K-12 children in the region to improve reading motivation and skills.
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Research & Creative ActivitiesProvides current teaching practices, curriculum, and resources to professional educators, parents, and teacher candidates.
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NewsCheck out the latest Stevens Literacy Center news and announcements on OHIO Today.
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Green Project CampDetails and info about Green Project Camp, a unique summer program designed to educate and empower children about environmental conservation and climate change.
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Green Project ClubDetails and info about Green Project Club, a unique after school program (Fall and Spring) that is designed to educate and empower children about environmental conservation, climate change and literacy.
Upcoming Education Events
Contact Us
Dr. Julie Francis, Director
The Stevens Literacy Center
Patton Hall 218
740.593.0677
Stevens Literacy Center Staff Directory