The RVGS Rat Chat
by RVGS Rat Chat
STEM-focused podcast from the Roanoke Valley Governor's School. Learn about students' STEM interests as they talk with classmates and share their passions.
Podcast episodes
Season 3
Dr. Frazier and Sparky the Turtle
We invite former RVGS teacher and current research mentor Dr. Frazier to talk about his life, career, and turtle. Where did RVGS's favorite chelonian come from, and who is the mysterious man who brought him here? Speakers: Keely, Jeanne, Sophia Interviewee: Dr. Frazier Editor: Sophia Music: Miya
Commemorating Mr. Smith at RVGS
Mr. Smith was a great teacher who truly left his mark on everyone. In this episode, teachers and students share memorable moments and impactful stories to remember him by. Speakers: Jeanne, Keely Interviewees (In order of appearance): Mr. Wages, Mr. Browning. Ms. Bohland, Mr. Taylor, Anissa, Parneet, Sophia Editor: Sophia Music: Miya
Season 2
Rats in Science and Ethics
Should we be conducting lab testing on rats, and can they even feel pain? Here, we dive into the ethics of rats in research. RVGS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rvgslabrats/ Speakers: Prateek, Jeanne, Keely, Sophia, Carter (who is no longer with us) Editor: Sophia Music: Miya
Rats in History
How did rats come to be? Where did they come from, and why are they everywhere? Here, we explore that timeline- from prehistory to the present- with some fun facts. Speakers: Jeanne, Keely, Sophia, Carter (who is no longer with us) Editor: Sophia Music: Miya Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mf4ezTOMOnZ_aRKWnZeB8Aaf0aGlrt9mhDs1V5iLwFY/edit?usp=sharing
