University of Oregon (Museum of Natural and Cultural History, University of Oregon)

As the state's official repository for public-owned collections, the nearly 100-year-old Museum of Natural Cultural History (MNCH) is an unparalleled resource for learning about Oregon's human history, cultural history, and science topics. Located at the University of Oregon, MNCH primarily serves the interests of students in Eugene; however, it also responds to the statewide concerns about limited access to STEM education. Since 2015, MNCH has made extraordinary strides towards extending its services to students, families, and educators in Oregon's underserved rural communities. This outreach, born out of deep collaboration with community partnerships, provides rich learning adventures for schools and libraries across the state to encourage more students to pursue careers in STEM.