Graduate Certificates in Science Education - Montana State University

Happy Fun Fact Friday, everyone, and we hope you have a wonderful weekend!

MSSE's 2026 Galápagos Expedition for Teachers has officially begun!

Here are a few photos of participants taking in the sights of Quito and Mindo, Ecuador. They’ll continue their journey through Ecuador before heading to the Galápagos Islands tomorrow for an unforgettable experience of exploration, discovery, and learning.

Happy Fun Fact Friday and we hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Today we're excited to share another MSSE Student Spotlight featuring Tasha Sturm.

This is what the faculty member who nominated Tasha as an exceptional MSSE student had to say: “Tasha is a really engaged and interactive student who supports peers, submits outstanding work, and brings a lot of art into our Science Inquiry class.”

Visit Tasha’s website and art gallery for a glimpse into how she combines her passions for microbiology and photography to create stunning educational and artistic images that showcase the vibrant colors and intricate textures of the microbial world: https://everythingmicro.com

Congratulations, Tasha, on your nomination, and thank you for allowing us to share your work with the MSSE community!

This summer, discover the physics behind renewable energy sources and learn how to incorporate these concepts into your classroom through standards-aligned instructional materials.

PHSX 597 Physics of Sustainable Energy
Credits: 3
Mode of Delivery: Online
Semester Offered: Summer

Find out more about PHSX 597 and our other summer course offerings: https://www.montana.edu/msse/course-catalog/summer.html

The summer application deadline for the MS in Science Education (MSSE) Degree and Graduate Certificates in Science Education programs has been extended to May 24. Be sure to submit your application soon, and please email [email protected] with any questions

Happy Fun Fact Friday!

Today we’re sharing a photo of our friendly office axolotl, MSSEY Jr., along with some fascinating facts about axolotl development and regeneration.

If you’re coming to campus this summer, be sure to stop by the MSSE office in 451 Reid Hall to meet MSSEY Jr. in person!

Today, we’re excited to share another Student Spotlight featuring MSSE graduate Rachael Gradwell!

Here’s what the faculty member who nominated Rachael as an exceptional MSSE student had to say:
“She was outstanding throughout her MSSE program. She selected a challenging capstone topic and did an exceptional job both writing and presenting her work. She is an inspiring example of what I hope all MSSE graduates aspire to be.”

Congratulations on your nomination, Rachael, and thank you for being a valued part of the MSSE community!

Happy Fun Fact Friday and we hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Join us this summer to discover the “new” Solar System while developing strategies to create engaging, standards-aligned space science instruction.

PHSX 514 Comparative Planetology
Credits: 3
Target Audience: K-12 science teachers
Mode of Delivery: Online
Semester Offered: Summer

Visit our Summer Course Catalog to learn more about PHSX 514 and our other summer courses: https://www.montana.edu/msse/course-catalog/summer.html