The AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowship provides opportunities for outstanding scientists and engineers to learn first-hand about policymaking while contributing their knowledge and analytical skills to the federal policymaking process. Fellows serve a year in the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the federal government in Washington, … [Read more...] about Become a Science Technology Policy Fellow
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Applications Sought for Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program
The Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship program creates an opportunity for accomplished K–12 educators in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields to serve in the national education arena. Fellows spend 11 months working in federal agencies, applying their knowledge and classroom experiences to national education programs and/or education … [Read more...] about Applications Sought for Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program
Travel Award Available for Female PhD Student
The Caucus for Women in Statistics and Data Science Professor Suddhendu Biswas Student Travel Award supports a female PhD student from a developing country so she can present her research at an international conference in India. It can be used to cover registration fees and travel-related expenses (e.g., airfare, hotel, and meals). Questions can be emailed to … [Read more...] about Travel Award Available for Female PhD Student
Empowering the Next Generation: FTC Bridges Academia, Industry
The 67th Fall Technical Conference, themed “Big Data, Big Energy: Innovations in Quality, Statistics, and Data Science,” will take place October 7–9 in Houston, Texas. The conference offers an opportunity to showcase work, network with professionals, and see how academic training connects to real-world challenges in industry. To make attendance more accessible to students, … [Read more...] about Empowering the Next Generation: FTC Bridges Academia, Industry
Lessen Imposter Syndrome with JSM Improv Course
By Richard Zink Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? You’re not alone. I have coped with imposter syndrome for much of my adult life. It is odd to be gripped with feelings of self-doubt, a lack of confidence, and a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud when all evidence points to the contrary. This led to excessive preparation, constant second guessing, and … [Read more...] about Lessen Imposter Syndrome with JSM Improv Course