what is GEMS

Wisconsin GEMS (Girls Engineering Math Science) is a collaborative effort supported by UW-Extension, UW-Colleges, and numerous other community partners to support math and science exploration for middle school girls. In addition to GEMS/GMSO conferences these campuses offer numerous other opportunities for hands-on math and science activities including College for Kids, Science Academies, math tutoring, Super Saturdays, and tours.

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where is GEMS

GEMS locations are:

  • Fond du Lac
  • Manitowoc
  • Menasha
  • Waukesha

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who is GEMS

GEMS is a fun filled and educational day for middle school girls! Your day is filled with hands-on workshops, giveaways, a *special* lunch, contests and so much more! At the Fond du Lac conference this year 96.4% of 194 attendees said they would recommend the conference to a friend... you're gonna love it!

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Pearls for Girls

Help support GEMS when you make a Pearls for Girls purchase. 25% of the proceeds will be contributed to the GEMS Fund. What jewelry purchase could have a better cause?

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