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STEAM Themes: What Do Stories Teach Us?

Themes are STEAM! Practice the key social science method called thematic analysis with Ariel Cascio, anthropologist and assistant professor of bioethics and social justice. Thematic analysis involves paying close attention to pictures, words, and stories to find themes. Themes are central ideas that come up again and again. Come read and sort stories and comics featuring characters like the Hare and the Tortoise, Popeye, and Charlie Brown. What are the central ideas of these classic stories and jokes? Do they still apply to your life? Come tell us what you think.

Presented by:

  • Ariel Cascio, Assistant Professor, Medicine | Bioethics & Social Justice, MSU

Suggested for ages: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above

Scientific Disciplines:

  • Social Science
  • STEAM Expo Days 115

Times and Locations

  • 4/11/2026 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 3202

  • 4/12/2026 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 3202

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