CAS CONNECT 2015

38 No First-Year Jitters Here Inaugural OSUTeach program wins accolades OSUTEACH MADE IT THROUGH ITS FIRST YEAR SANS GLITCHES. This collaborative initiative between the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Education to provide an opportunity to explore teaching as a career for science and mathematics majors has proven successful for both students and mentors. STORY BY Karolyn Bolay “This first year of OSUTeach has been great for our students,” says Caitlin Barnes, OSUTeach program coordinator. “It has been challenging, but we have students who really care about the program, and that makes it so rewarding. We are excited to see the program grow with these students.” OSUTeach helps students earn a mathematics or science degree while simultaneously earning their teaching certification without extra time or cost. Students who participate in OSUTeach receive a $125 stipend for completing each of the two intro- ductory courses, plus a variety of scholarships are available to them. Cai t l in Barnes, program coordinator for OSUTeach, enjoys the new workroom, located on the f irst f loor of Li fe Sciences East. Cai t l in Barnes, program coordinator for OSUTeach, enjoys the new workroom, located on the f irst f loor of Li fe Sciences East. PHOTO / ASHLEY RAY / A&S