Contact: Emily Springer, Communication Manager, Communication and Information Technology, University Outreach and Engagement, sprin116@msu.edu

EAST LANSING, MI — The 14th annual Michigan State University Science Festival released its full schedule of free events celebrating and exploring science, technology, engineering, arts, and sciences (STEAM). Beginning April 2 and continuing throughout the month, community members of all ages are invited to attend events on MSU’s campus and at select sites throughout the state.

“We’re thrilled to provide another year of educational opportunities rooted in the disciplines of STEAM to promote and encourage science literacy,” said Kwesi Brookins, vice provost for University Outreach and Engagement. “By offering a variety of engaging events and programs—many of which are led by MSU faculty, staff, and graduate students—we aim to create a learning environment that helps people better understand and explore the world around them.”

This year, the festival returns with STEAM Expo Days on April 11-12, offering more than 100 hands-on activities, talks, and demonstrations. On Saturday April 11, the festival welcomes featured guest speaker Danielle Boyer, a 22-year-old Ojibwe robotics inventor who creates equitable, innovative learning solutions for Indigenous youth through robots she designs, manufactures, and distributes at no cost. Boyer developed SkoBot—a personalized, wearable, and interactive robot that engages youth in two-way communication and language learning to support the preservation of the Indigenous Anishinaabemowin language.

“We’re honored to feature Danielle Boyer, whose commitment to equity and innovation reflects the heart of the MSU Science Festival,” said Katherine Prokopchuk, coordinator of the festival. “Throughout the month, our wide range of programs will bring science directly into communities, creating opportunities for learners of all ages to engage, explore, and imagine what’s possible.”

Other featured events for the 2026 MSU Science Festival include:

• Choose Your Own Campus Adventure!
• Nights at the Museums
• Science After Dark
• Sound and Science Featuring Jordan Hamilton
• Statewide Astronomy Night

In addition to the programs, tours, and hands-on learning on MSU’s campus, participants will have the opportunity to visit venues throughout Michigan including the Kalamazoo Valley Museum, Belle Isle Nature Center in Detroit, and James C. Veen Observatory in Lowell.

All events are free. To view a full list of scheduled events, frequently asked questions, and resources for educators, visit Michigan State University’s Science Festival website.