Each fall during Earth Science Week, the Illinois State Geological Survey and its sister agencies present the Science Showcase, which is usually held in the Illini Union on the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus. This entertaining event provides an . opportunity for the public to have fun and gain scientific information at the same time.
Exhibits encourage visitors and other scientists to talk with geologists about their work.
A key event in the showcase was the Natural Resources Quiz Bowl. Two fifth grade classes competed against each other, answering questions about natural resources. Like other quiz bowls, this one included an emcee, someone to read the questions, and a panel of judges. Two high school teams also participated in competition against each other. Contestants received a grab bag of prizes, including bookstore certificates and educational materials.