GEMS 2011 was a wonderful success. AAUW Kona members, see the December issue of our newsletter for photos.

We have retained some information on the 2011 GEMS on this site for reference.

For more information, contact GEMS Chairperson, Cindy Armer at cbarmer@hotmail.com.

Ever imagine what it would be like to be a Chef or a Dentist or a Scuba Diver? Are you curious to learn what a Chemist, a Marine Biologist, or an Architect do at work?

If you are a fifth grade girl living in West Hawaii, you are invited to spend the day with us at GEMS-Girls Exploring Math & Science. Women from our community women will introduce you to their occupations and show you how they use math and science in their daily work.

At GEMS, you will:

• Get a cool GEMS T-shirt
• Learn about nutrition while you enjoy a delicious breakfast
• Visit interesting exhibits
• Attend three different hands-on workshops
• Enjoy lunch at the Keauhou Beach Resort
• See how math and science apply to our everyday world

How do I Register?

• Download the Announcement and Instructions
• Download the Registration Form
• Both of those documents are PDFs. If you don't already have the free Acrobat Reader, visit Adobe's website to download a copy.

2010 GEMS Workshops

	1.	Dig into the Past Discover how we learn about our ancestors by finding what they left behind. Dig, screen, and sort artifacts, and analyze the data to find out how people lived in the past. Mary Anne Maigret, Archaeologist, National Park Service
	2.	(Nature x Design) + Construction = Architecture Learn how architecture connects you to a specific place and apply what you learn in a treasure hunt. Kari Kimura, AIA, Partner of Roth Kimura, LLP
	3.	Where in the World are you? Unravel the mystery of the Global Positioning System (GPS) and how it uses satellites to help you figure out where you are and where you want to go. Carol Zee, President, West Hawaii Technical Services
	4.	Exploring Rainbows Discover how light and rainbows help astronomers understand and explore the mysteries of the universe. Nadine Manset, Resident Astronomer, and Sarah Gajadhar, Engineer, Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope
	5.	What To Do with Your $$Money$$ Ever wonder how you can save enough money to buy stuff you want, or how to make your money grow? Find out with our fun projects! Dale Ishida Suezaki, Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley
	6.	Creative Computer Programming Transform yourself into a "Program Master" and create a "NanoGEMS" name tag to take home. Liz Chock and Myrna Tsubota, Software Engineers, W.M. Keck Observatory
	7.	Girls in Space Learn how to be an astronaut and work on satellites and space labs. Build a basic "Goddard" rocket that is rubber band propelled.. Judy Ann Williams, Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, and Civil Air Patrol Aerospace Education, Cadet Program Representative
	8.	Create Your Green Power Girl Avatar Learn about climate change and empower your inner hero to be a local and global change agent. Learn how climate change is affecting the planet and your future.. Susan Cox and Mariah Hardt, Green Power Girl, Environmental Educational Services
	9.	Discovering the Isle of GEMS? Use the basics of land surveying to find your way around your own tropical island. Chrystal Thomas Yamasaki, Surveyor, and Kimberly Yamasaki, Wes Thomas and Associates
	10.	Cosmetics and Kitchen Chemistry Learn how to make skin lotion using materials and equipment found in your kitchen. Barbara Zazzi, M.S., Instructor, Hawaii Community College
	11.	Bones, Body Parts and Bugs Uncover germs, learn about bones and body parts, and perform surgery on an unexpected victim. Emily Mendez-Bryant, Community Relations, Kona Community Hospital
	12.	Teamwork in Health Care: First Aid Call to Action Experience a medical emergency and learn how to assist with basic first aid. Dr. Robin Seto, M.D., Kaiser internist and Kona Community Hospital staff, and Lori Cannon, ER nurse, Kona Community Hospital and certified flight nurse
	13.	Smile! Discover how dentists and hygienists keep those "gems" in your mouth healthy. Dr. Leesa Miyasato, D.D.S., and staff; Waimea Smiles
	14.	The Art and Science of Food Discover the delicious connections among nutrition, math, cooking, and science. Chefs Jean Hull, American Culinary Federation, Simone White, Hawaii Community College, Karen Carrier, and Roswitha Fowler, ACF Chef & Child Program, Kona Kohala Chapter
If you are interested in marine studies and the ocean, please choose only ONE of these four workshops
	15.	Underwater Adventure Learn fun, fascinating facts about women in diving, ocean ecology, marine technology, and the science of snorkeling and SCUBA diving. Chrissy Dupuis, professional SCUBA instructor, Jack's Diving Locker
	16.	Coral Reef Critters Explore tide pools and peek into the world of the animals living there. Solve the mystery of the unknown sands. Sara Peck and Victoria Newman, UH Sea Grant Extension Service, West Hawaii
	17.	Malama Kai: Taking Care of Our Ocean Learn what it means to be a marine biologist and why they are so important in Hawaii. Laura Livnat, Kara Osada, and Camille Barnett, DNLR Division of Aquatic Resources, Kona
	18.	Come be a Water Quality and Coral Reef Scientist! Learn about watersheds and the connection between the land and the ocean environment, including threats to marine ecosystems and what we can do about them. Samantha Birch and Caroline Neary, The Kohala Center
If you are interested in veterinary, please choose only ONE of these two workshops
	19.	Animal Doctors Veterinarians and veterinary assistants work with everything from alligators to zebras. Explore the exciting world of working with animals. Dr. Beth Jose, DVM, and Rebecca Dewhirst, Ali'i Veterinary Clinic
	20.	The Doctor Will See You Now Be a veterinarian and learn the steps we take to help pets feel better and keep them he. Jolene Head, Veterinary Nurse and Owner, Keauhou Veterinary Hospital, and Stacia Goecke, Educational Coordinator

Mahalo to our Sponsors, Volunteers, and Community Supporters who make GEMS possible.