Communicating Science into Action
Join Us for our 2023 Annual Conference on November 16th & 17th
Learn about the research, see student posters, and….hear from our stellar guest speaker!
This year’s conference will focus on how to communicate scientific research into action. We will discuss how data and science is shared and, how that information can both directly support natural resource management and policy development and indirectly inform local teachers as they inspire our young people towards STEM and environmental awareness.
With guest speaker Michelle Jewell
Michelle Jewell is a science communicator, zoologist, and television host for Discovery Channel's Shark Week. She is currently the Communications and Engagement Manager for the Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Center. Michelle is a first-generation student and alum of Mott Community College, Michigan State University, and the University of Cape Town, where she completed bachelor's and master's degrees in Zoology. Michelle is also president of the Science Communicators of North Carolina – the second-largest professional society for science communicators in the USA. Michelle believes that science communication is the most important tool for breaking down big daunting problems into actionable science, co-creating thoughtful and reciprocal community engagement, and ultimately shaping a world ready to adapt to change.