Peter James, Baylor University in Waco, Texas: Dr. James’ project suite of research tasks, “Origins of porosity on rocky planetary surfaces,” will address the creation and evolution of porosity in the crusts of rocky planets. This project will also involve the development of a cratering workshop (“Crater Bootcamp”) with undergraduate students at the University of...
National Academy of Public Administration Honors Dwight Ink and Federal Career Leaders Post Date: May 19, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Academy of Public Administration (the Academy) today celebrates the contribution of federal career leaders with the naming of the Dwight Ink Fellows’ Hall, which will honor the distinguished career of exemplary public servant...
SFS Announces 2024 Career Award Winners April 26, 2024 — The Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) today announced the winners of its 2024 Career Awards. The SFS Career Awards recognize up to five scientists each year for outstanding contributions to the field of freshwater science in the areas of environmental stewardship, service, mid-career leadership, emerging...
She thought politics was her future, turns out it was programming. Alicia envisioned a future in politics. The California native studied political science and anthropology in college and then made the move to Washington DC to pursue a career on The Hill. After a few jobs—with a think tank, a bank, and an NGO—she learned of an opportunity thanks to Women Who Code DC...
Career Award and SFS Fellow nominations are open! This is your chance to shine a spotlight on a colleague’s lasting contributions to freshwater science and our society. Nominations close November 15. Nominations are being accepted for four awards: Award of Excellence: awarded to a single recipient (Society member or non-member) for outstanding contributions to...
MARCH 10, 2021 — The Society for Freshwater Science is pleased to announce the honorees of three Career Awards. “Our Career Awards recognize outstanding contributions in advancing freshwater science through research, translating this science into policy or social action, and service to SFS,” said Dr. Alonso Ramirez, president of the Society. “These three scholars...
SOCIETY FOR FRESHWATER SCIENCE ANNOUNCES2023 CAREER AWARD RECIPIENTS APRIL 18, 2023 — The Society for Freshwater Science is pleased to announce the recipients of two Career Awards. “Our Career Awards recognize the best among us for their contributions to freshwater research and environmental policy” said Steve Thomas, president of the Society. “The work of our...
There are multiple ways to get to career success. For some students, that pathway is through Career Technical Education. Career Technical Education (CTE) offers students organized hands-on educational activities and resources, building pathways connecting education and the workforce. We talked with Deborah Martin, Policy Analyst for the Florida College Access...
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The 2024 Summer Immersion on Innovative Approaches in Science will be held in Washington, D.C., from May 30 to June 1, 2024. This program is designed to educate the next generation of researchers on human-based, nonanimal methods for advancing biomedical science and regulatory safety testing of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics, and other...