Washington, DC – Chris Atchison and Don Stredney, Principal Investigators of the Opportunities for Enhancing the Diversity in the Geosciences (OEDG) Project: “Expanding Geoscience Diversity through Simulated Field Environments for Students with Physical Disabilities” recently participated in a panel discussion during the fall National Science Foundation Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) Advisory Committee Meeting in Arlington, VA. During the weekend, both also attended the OEDG PI meeting at the American Institute for Research in Washington, DC and presented project updates to Principal Investigators from other diversity-focused research efforts across the country.
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IAGD member David T. Stallman elected Fellow of the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA)
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Westminster, UK – It was founded in 1754 and was granted a Royal Charter in 1847. The RSA members...
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White House releases report indicating the need for one million graduates from STEM programs
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Washington, DC – In a public briefing at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the President’s...
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The IAGD would like to welcome the two newest members to the advisory committee: Mrs. Liz Thompson and Dr. Robin Dillon.
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Liz, a columnist & author for MoveoverMS.org and Columbus, Ohio’s Suburban News, is a Jefferson Award Winner and an Ambassador for the...
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A Tactile Moon
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Institution: Astronomical Observatory – University of Valencia (Spain) Primary Contact or Principal Investigator: Amelia Ortiz-Gil Contact Information: Observatorio Astronómico...
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Instructional Accommodation Workshop Held at AGU
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Members of the IAGD once again held the Instructional Approaches to Access, Accommodation, and Inclusion for Students with Disabilities...
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Join the IAGD Global Network
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The IAGD is actively working to expand the global network of members, resources, and research. Please encourage colleagues from...
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IAGD collaborative presented at the 40th anniversary of the International Geoscience Programme in Paris, France
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Paris, France – A new collaborative effort between the IAGD and the International Union for Geological Sciences Commission on...
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Better Federal Coordination Could Lessen Challenges in the Transition from High School
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Washington, DC – From the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO): Report to the Ranking Member, Committee on Education...
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