PAST 2024 EVENTS
Educational & Networking Opportunities
Don’t miss out on these informational and inspirational events built to further your career in Science Policy! All events are inlcuded with your free membership to NSPN unless otherwise noted.
Space is limited, so RSVP early and take advantage of all the career benefits these carefully curated events have to offer.
September 5, 2024 • 7:30 p.m. ET • Virtual
Science On the Ballot Coalition Meeting
This meeting is an opportunity for state coalition members to meet with one another, provide updates on the work that they are doing, receive training, and workshop any challenges that they are experiencing. REGISTER HERE.
September 24, 2024 • 7:30 p.m. ET • Virtual
Engaging with Political Candidates
Jon Colmenares, an experienced campaign manager and political director, will speak about his experience working on political campaigns, discuss best practices for posing questions to candidates, and strategies for soliciting responses from candidates when they are hard to access and reach. NSPN Executive Director Tepring Piquado, a former candidate for state office in California, endorsed by 314Action, will also be joining us to speak about her experiences answering questionnaires and engaging with constituents. This event is open to everyone interested in learning about how to engage with political candidates. REGISTER HERE.
September 24, 2024 • 6:00 p.m. ET • Virtual
AAAS Science Technology Policy Fellowship Application Insights Webinar
Join us for an informative webinar on the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science & Technology Policy Fellowships (STPF) application process. This webinar is designed to provide prospective applicants with essential insights and guidance to successfully navigate the STPF application. REGISTER HERE.
During this session, you'll learn about:
The goals and structure of the AAAS STPF program
Eligibility requirements and selection criteria
Guidance on the application process
Tips for crafting a compelling personal statement and securing strong letters of recommendation
May 2 - 4, 2025 • Seattle, Washington
NSPN Annual Symposium
Connect, learn, and get inspired at the annual NSPN symposium! Explore global challenges including climate change, public health, privacy, and more through the lens of varied industries. REGISTRATION AVAILABLE SOON
September 25, 2024 • 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m ET • Virtual
AI for Washington State | using Artificial Intelligence to explore, discover and understand
Join the Washington State Academy of Sciences 17th annual symposium virtually for an in-depth exploration of the opportunities and risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is poised to revolutionize everything from research to education and healthcare. In every instance, embracing this innovation must be balanced against fears concerning loss of privacy, lack of transparency, increase in inequality, and other social and economic issues. Scientists, in collaboration with policymakers, industry leaders and the public, play an important role in shaping an AI future that benefits all. This event is open to the public. REGISTER HERE.
Recent Event Spotlight
The 2024 National Science Policy Symposium was hosted by University of California-Riverside Science 2 Policy Program, School of Public Policy, and the National Science Policy Network. Curated around the theme "Local to Global Innovation: Science and Technology Policy for a Prosperous Future," the symposium aimed to leverage science and technology to address local and global challenges, fostering sustainable development, economic growth, and societal well-being. The programming, built around Precision Medicine, Emerging Technology, and the Salton Sea, was designed to discover equitable and actionable pathways forward, acknowledging the complexity of today's challenges and the need for interdisciplinary collaboration. The event's vision extended beyond its duration, aiming to shape a future where science informs policy and policy drives scientific advancement.