Thanks to everyone who made our first meeting of the semester a success! The powerpoint with what was discussed is attached (powerpoint will download when you click the link. Send us an email if you have any questions. Meeting minutes 1-16-18
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VOTE!
Election day is today, November 7th! Yes, there IS an Election Day this year! It’s a state/county/municipal election. That might not sound like a big deal, but these positions are ultimately very important in determining representation and policy at the national level! You get to have a voice in choosing the following positions: Pennsylvania Supreme Court: Read More…
Successful Diversity Forum!
Thanks to our faculty panelists (Dr. Reginald Hamilton, Dr. Jose Fuentes, and Dr. Miriam Freedman) for their wisdom and insight that made for an engaging forum. Thanks also to members of the Diversity and Inclusion in STEM subgroup, Joanmarie Del Vecchio, Jamesa Stokes, and Roger Walker, for organizing the event. If you couldn’t make it tonight, we’ll have Read More…
Diversity in STEM panel discussion
Join the Diversity and Inclusivity subgroup for a panel discussion tomorrow, Wednesday, April 5 form 5-6:30 in Steidle 401! Panelists include professors from Engineering, Meteorology, and Chemistry. Come with questions and learn about the importance of diversity in STEM fields!
Another Diversity Mixer!
The next Diversity in Science mixer is this Thursday, March 30 from 4-6 pm on the bridge between the Chemistry Building and the Huck Institute. The Diversity and Inclusivity in Science subgroup holds mixers monthly, partnering with different departments across campus. This is a great opportunity to meet scientists from other departments!
Women in Science Profiles
WPSU Penn State’s Women in Science Profiles (WiSci Files) introduces viewers to five local women with diverse careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields through a series of short video profiles. The videos feature aspects of their personal and professional lives, aiming to dispel stereotypes about who STEM professionals are and what their lives are like. In addition to the videos, Read More…
Science policy and communication seminar and Q&A with Dr. Richard Alley!
On Wednesday March 1, our Science Policy and Science Communication subgroups will be hosting a seminar with Dr. Richard Alley, a glaciologist and climatologist from the Penn State Department of Geosciences. Richard is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and an AAAS Fellow. He has been engaging with legislators and advocating for science literacy for Read More…
STEM mixer 4PM on February 22 in 606 Walker
Our second diversity in STEM mixer is Feb 22 from 4-5 pm. We’ve been partnering with the Office of Educational Equity in EMS to sponsor these mixers. This time the event is hosted by Meteorology in the Weather Center! More details on the flyer below. Hope to see everyone there!
Us vs. Them: Racism, Islamophobia and the Politics of Division
This teach-in event will occur on Feb 20 from 6-8pm in the Foster Auditorium on the University Park Campus. See the flyer below for more information on the participants.
Black History Month PSU Scholar Program
The Black History Month PSU Scholar Program is hosted by the Penn State Alliance for Education, Science, Engineering and Development in Africa (AESEDA) and Department of African American Studies. There are panel discussions on three days (Feb. 16, 21, 22) highlighting the research of 12 faculty members of African descent. This is a great opportunity for students (both undergraduates Read More…