Da VinciThe Genius in Me: Solutions for a Better Tomorrow
March 14th, 2018
(Albuquerque, New Mexico) – New Mexico school students have a rare opportunity to explore their own genius by creating a video showcasing the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) into their education.
The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) is hosting a video contest entitled, Da Vinci—The Genius in Me: Solutions for a Better Tomorrow for students in grades 4-12. Prizes will be awarded for different age categories (grades 4-5, grades 6-8 and grades 9-12).
“We’re looking for individuals, small groups and classrooms to show us their creativity, innovation, and genius of New Mexico STEAM students,” said Margie Marino, director of the NMMNHS. “Thousands of New Mexico students are currently being given the opportunity to experience the Da Vinci—The Genius exhibition – and are becoming aware, perhaps for the first time, of the depth and breadth of da Vinci’s genius in so many diverse disciplines. This video contest will give the students a vehicle to unleash their own genius and creativity while learning storytelling and elements of video production.”
An impressive panel of judges has been assembled to judge competition with representatives from four colleges, Sandia National Laboratories, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and INTEL, among others. Students will produce a two to four-minute video offering up solutions for a better tomorrow utilizing principles taught through a STEAM education.
Video contest entries will be accepted through May 1, 2018. Winners will be notified on May 22. Contest information is available at http://www.naturalhistoryfoundation.org/student-contest-davinci-the-genius
Da Vinci—The Genius, presented by Grande Exhibitions, is the world’s most comprehensive exhibition to cover the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci. Da Vinci—The Genius has become the world renown model of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education. This interactive exhibition features full-scale replicas of da Vinci’s inventions and tactile learning experiences in anatomy, engineering, flight, music, art and much more. Da Vinci was one genius for whom whole person learning manifested in many famous inventions and remarkable, timeless art pieces.
# # #
New Mexico CulturePass
Your ticket to New Mexico's exceptional Museums and Historic Sites.
From Indian treasures to space exploration, world-class folk art to awesome dinosaurs—our museums and monuments celebrate the essence of New Mexico every day.
More Info »
Encounter Culture
Take a look inside the museums and historic sites of New Mexico without leaving home. Join host Charlotte Jusinski, and a variety of guest curators, artists, and exhibitors in exploring the art and culture of the state in Encounter Culture, a new podcast from the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs.
Featured DCA Exhibitions
The Massacre of Don Pedro Villasur
This exhibition features 23 original graphic history art works by Santa Fe-based artist Turner Avery Mark-Jacobs. This
more »
Shadow and Light
Shadow and Light, the inaugural exhibition at the Vladem Contemporary plays upon the famed New Mexico light which is
more »
New Mexico Colonial Home - Circa 1815
The Spanish colonial home (la casa) gives visitors an idea of what a home from the time around 1815 would have looked
more »
Miguel Trujillo and the Pursuit of Native Voting Rights
The New Mexico History Museum is proud to present “Miguel Trujillo and the Pursuit of Native Voting
more »