Integrating science communication training into an interdisciplinary program on atmospheric aerosols
A chemistry graduate student presenting a research talk would usually expect an audience from their close circle of chemistry colleagues studying a similar topic. However, when the research is about pollutants and chemical processes that affect air quality, climate, and health, the audience can draw in many more experts: chemists, engineers, and specialists in public […]
Wooing our future science communicators – an instructor’s journey (part 2)
By Elizabeth Scherman ** Check out part 1 here ** A funny thing happened on the way to my Writing for the Sciences class. The class, created to “woo” reluctant STEM students to write, didn’t fill. Ironically, I’d proven my theory: young future STEM students often balk at writing. However, the Academic Talent Development Program […]
