News: Programs & Events
Year of the Solar System – Resources for New Data, New Ideas
May’s topic for the Year of the Solar System is “New Data, New Ideas.” Our understanding of the solar system is constantly changing as we develop new technologies and make new discoveries. Join the YSS team as they explore the … Continue reading
“Where in the Solar System is This Image?” Classroom Connections Webinar – Grades 4-12 (May 10)
(May 10) NASA’s Expedition Earth and Beyond (EEAB) Program promotes student-led research investigations in the classroom using NASA data and resources. This Classroom Connection Webinar will feature an interactive presentation connecting students with a scientist at the NASA Johnson Space … Continue reading
Meteorite Outreach Events for the General Public (May 11, 12, 18)
The general public is invited to attend programs on meteorites in the Pacific Northwest, sponsored by the Cascadia Meteorite Laboratory. Most programs feature a PowerPoint presentation, and a number of meteorites that participants may examine and hold. The following are … Continue reading
Student Event at AAS Summer Meeting (RSVP by May 15)
(RSVP by May 15; June 12, Dena’ina Convention Center, Anchorage, Alaska) The American Astronomical Society is proud to host a student event in conjunction with this year’s summer meeting. Dr. John Grunsfeld will kick off the event, which will draw … Continue reading
GLOBE Webinars on Student Climate Research Campaign (May 21 & 22)
(May 21, 16:00 UTC; May 22, 01:30 UTC) The GLOBE Science and Education team will host two online webinars to update the community on the Student Climate Research Campaign. To participate, login to Adobe Connect (http://bit.ly/IsrkP4) as “Guest” and enter … Continue reading
Earth: The Final Frontier Video Contest (Entries Due May 31)
(Entries Due May 31) To mark Earth Day 2012, NASA invites the public to create compelling videos of NASA’s exploration of Earth: the Final Frontier. Entrants will post short videos on YouTube that capture what they find inspiring and important … Continue reading
Earthzine Seeks Letters of Intent from Universities for Virtual Poster Sessions (LOI due June 1)
(LOI due June 1) Earthzine has been involved in recent years with hosting Virtual Poster Sessions (VPS), which allow students and young professionals to showcase their research work in a global setting. These sessions include posting abstracts and short videos, … Continue reading
Transit of Venus Events and Resources (June 5)
(June 5) The Sun-Earth Day and NASA EDGE Teams will bring the Transit of Venus to the world from the summit of Mauna Kea in Hawaii. During a live webcast, the transit will be shown in high definition video through … Continue reading
Galileo Goes to Mars – Workshop for Teachers Grades 3-12 (Register by June 10)
(Register by June 10; Aug. 4-5, 8:30am-5:30pm; ASP Annual Meeting, DoubleTree Hotel Reid Park, Tucson, Ariz.) In this workshop, participants will explore classroom-tested, standards-based astronomy activities, with a focus on the solar system. Participants will learn about the development of … Continue reading
NASA G.I.R.L.S. Mentoring Program – Grades 5-8 (Apply by June 15)
(Applications Accepted May 15-June 15) NASA is looking for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. Women@NASA has created a mentoring project that offers a one-of-a-kind experience for middle school girls. Participants will get to explore the possibilities of … Continue reading
