Events

This webinar explores the role of informal and non-formal STEM education in addressing opportunity gaps and fostering more equitable pathways into STEM fields. Drawing on research and practice, the session will examine how these learning environments support the development of STEM identity, self-efficacy, academic engagement, and career aspirations among populations historically underrepresented in STEM. Particular attention will be given to the ways in which expanding access to meaningful STEM experiences outside traditional classrooms can help mitigate inequities in preparation and participation, thereby contributing to the long-term reduction of achievement gaps. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how informal and non-formal STEM learning environments function as critical sites of equity-focused intervention, helping to transform disparities in opportunity into pathways for achievement, persistence, and success in STEM. Presenter(s): Joseph Isaac Register

Methods for Conducting Research with Community: PAR, CBR, & RPP explores three approaches to conducting research with communities: Participatory Action Research (PAR), Community-Based Research (CBR), and Research-Practice Partnerships (RPPs). Participants will learn the core principles of each methodology, examine commonly used research methods, and explore practical strategies for building ethical, collaborative, and impactful partnerships with communities. This session will highlight how researchers can move toward more impactful approaches grounded in trust, reciprocity, shared decision-making, and action. This webinar is part of the series: Capacity Building for Applied STEM Education and Behavioral Sciences Research. Presenter(s): Toni Dancstep, Toya Frank, Naomi Hall-Byers, and Tori Rhoulac Smith. Register

A foundational overview of the funding landscape for HBCUs and community colleges, including strategies for identifying opportunities, assessing fit, and leveraging institutional assets. This webinar is part of a series called Find It, Fit It, Fund It, a four-part professional development series designed to support faculty, administrators, and institutional leaders at HBCUs and community colleges in navigating the research funding landscape. Presenter(s): Shadei Laird and Jehnae Linkins Register

Participants will be informed about the various types of Decadal surveys, how they are conducted, and how they inform science objectives for NASA, NSF, and other Federal Agencies. Presenter(s): Yulia Goreva and Kenneth Wright Register

Three years in the making, the NSB’s report provides recommendations on how to improve the merit review process in the current environment while still upholding the mission of the US National Science Foundation. Participants in this webinar will learn about the new NSB updates to the NSF Merit Review process and how it may impact proposal submission and review going forward. This webinar is part of a series on NSF policies, guidelines, and review processes. Presenter(s): Sharmini Pitter-Boghos and Jennifer Riehl Register

Jumping off a previous webinar on using the resources to find funding opportunities and address pre-submission questions, this webinar dives into how to use the available resources from NSF for proposal preparation. Topics covered include using the PAPPG and associated resources on NSF’s website to prepare proposals, and common questions and mistakes. This webinar is part of a series on NSF policies, guidelines, and review processes. Presenter(s): Sharmini Pitter Boghos and Jennifer Riehl Register

Jumping off a previous webinar on using the NSF resources for proposal preparation, this webinar delves into how to use the available resources from NSF for award management. This webinar is part of a series on NSF policies, guidelines, and review processes. Presenter(s): Sharmini Pitter Boghos and Jennifer Riehl Register