This is the official page for the oSTEM chapter at Colorado State University.
"Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM) is a national society dedicated to educating and fostering leadership for LGBTQA communities in the STEM fields." oSTEM national mission:
-To educate, empower, and engage a diverse community,
-To identify, address, and advocate for the needs of LGBTQA students in the STEM fields,
-And we fulfill these needs through mentorship connections, networking opportunities, strategic collaborations, and professional/leadership development.
04/22/2026
Join us today 4/22 for 🌱 free plants (first 100 people), a lesson on rain barrels and water collection from Jessica Thrasher of the , & paint 5 rain barrels we are donating to community partners.
Join us at Piñon 131 at 4:00pm.
04/08/2026
TONIGHT- Wednesday April 8
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TOUR THE GILLETTE MUSEUM OF ARTHROPOD DIVERSITY
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THURSDAY
APRIL 9 2026 - 6:00PM MST
CHUCK HARP
Research Associate II /
Collections Manager
THE TOUR
Tour a research museum that holds nearly 5 million insect specimens made up of 4 million pinned insects and around 800,000 aquatic insects in vials of alcohol. We have a few open displays of exotic and native insects in a showroom and 99% are housed in tall cabinets.
Students will be shown the wide diversity of insect fauna that occurs in the country. The collection started around 1874 and our earliest specimens are from around then. Active museums like ours captures a snapshot of insects that were here in the 1930s and all the changes that have occurred since then due to population growth and human expansion. The insects we have in our yards today are completely different than the ones 40-60 years ago because we have different plants in our yards now, more pavement, more homes.
03/30/2026
🍄 This Wednesday: Bioluminescent & Fluorescent Fungi with Alan Rockefeller
Some mushrooms glow in the dark. Others appear to glow under ultraviolet light. Both are beautiful, and scientifically fascinating.
Join us virtually this Wednesday, April 1 at 6:30 PM for a presentation exploring the remarkable world of bioluminescent and fluorescent fungi with mycologist Alan Rockefeller.
Over the past two decades, Alan has documented thousands of fungal species and contributed to more than 400,000 fungal identifications on citizen science platforms like iNaturalist and Mushroom Observer. His research has focused heavily on fungal diversity in Mexico and Ecuador, and he regularly shares his work with audiences around the world.
In this visually rich presentation, Alan will share hundreds of high-quality photographs of glowing mushrooms and discuss:
• The difference between bioluminescent and fluorescent fungi
• How and why some mushrooms glow
• Photography techniques for capturing glowing fungi
• How UV light can help identify certain mushroom species
Whether you’re a mushroom enthusiast, photographer, or just curious about the hidden wonders of fungi, this talk offers a fascinating look into a rarely seen part of the natural world.
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 1
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM MST
📍 Location: Virtual on Zoom
Join here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86223523489
You can also explore more of Alan’s work online:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alan_rockefeller/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alanrockefeller
X: https://x.com/AlanRockefeller
We hope to see you there for an illuminating evening. ✨🍄
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03/25/2026
We have an incredible talked lined up for you next week- stay tuned! 3/25/26 meeting postponed!
02/25/2026
MEETING TODAY POSTPONED! Stay tuned for updates. 💚🌿
02/11/2026
We’re having Valentine’s Craft Night TONIGHT at 6 in Piñon 131! Join us and make something for your Valentine(s), your friends, or yourself! We hope to see you there 💖
01/29/2026
Are you looking for volunteering opportunities? Join us on March 7th to make a difference in our community, meet new friends or catch up with old ones, and help us raise money for our meetings and next year’s National Conference. Service project TBD.
Sign up using this link or the QR codes above: https://colostate.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d4ISlWvEuT9HbaC
We hope to see you there!
01/28/2026
Hey there Rams! Check out our semester calendar for this Spring’s meetings and follow us for more updates about each one. We hope to see you there!
12/10/2025
TONIGHT!! Join oSTEM for a chill, cozy study night featuring lo-fi beats, snacks, and supportive vibes. Bring your study materials, grab some hot cocoa, and get things done in a lo-stress community setting. See you there!! 📚🎓
12/01/2025
Close out the semester with oSTEM and STEM IRA! Celebrate the end of classes with music, snacks, and friends. This social is a great chance to relax, de-stress before finals, and reflect on an amazing semester of growth and community.
RSVP on RamLink!! We will see you Wednesday at 6pm at the Plant Growth Facilities for an amazing evening! 🍿🎲