We spoke with Atlantic Canadian faculty about their experiences in the post-secondary STEM community with the goal of learning how Science Atlantic might be able to both broaden and enhance community engagement.
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Post-secondary faculty members interviewed.
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Disciplines represented.
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Membership Institutions across Atlantic Canada.
Broadening Horizons in Action
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee (EDI)
Members of different universities and other organizations have come together to sit on the newly struck Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Action Committee.
The committee will continue to discuss ways that Science Atlantic might support Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives in the region. Learn more about what has been accomplished to date and how you can get involved.
Academic Service Workshops
On March 29, 2021, we gathered three panelists from Science Atlantic Member Institutions to discuss topics regarding academic service. Read more about our first webinar here. This session was repeated in September, and more webinars are being planned.
If there’s a topic of interest you would like to see discussed, please contact us using the form above.
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Articles Diving Deeper Into the Values of Interviewees
We Need to Make Sure All Have Equal Opportunities
“If young people are interested in or are curious about science, we need to ensure they have the opportunity, an entirely equal opportunity, to achieve their goals.”
From Studies to Teaching - Atlantic Scientist Comes Full Circle
What do Psychology, Conferences, and Music Have in Common?
“I love teaching and especially teaching Introduction to Psychology.”
Broadening Horizons News
Braiding Knowledge Systems in Academia
On April 27, deans of science and other senior representatives of Science Atlantic member institutions welcomed special guest speaker, Leah ML Creaser (she/her/nekm). Leah, an Acadia Masters student and an
Science Atlantic Wins $5,000 Donation
Lois Whitehead is the lucky winner of a $5,000 donation from Pivoter and GIV3. The donation will be gifted to Science Atlantic, where Lois has been Executive Director for over 20
Memorial University Honours 60 years of Science Atlantic
Celebrating A Long History With Science Atlantic On October 22, Memorial University of Newfoundland revealed a wall plaque in the lobby of their Chemistry-Physics building to celebrate 60 years of
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The release of the Broadening Horizons report is a part of our 60th anniversary celebrations.
We are commemorating the bonds we have fostered among the scientific community by dedicating trees at each of our Member Institutions.
Learn more about on-campus ceremonies.
Whether you’re a current or former member, a student or grad, or a conference organizer, we would love to hear from you!
If you have ideas or comments regarding Broadening Horizons and potential actions, or if you have photos or memories to share to help celebrate our 60th year, please fill out the form below.
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