Join
Science at Cal for one or all of this four-part series where attendees will learn the ins and outs of science communication. We'll dive into everything from how to better engage with scientists and non-scientists alike, to how to make sure your science communication prioritizes inclusion and equity, how to best communicate your skills to advance your career, how to create a competitive Broader Impacts statement, and how all of this translates into being the most impactful STEM professional the Cal community has ever seen!
Dates: Every other Wednesday in June and July
Time: 10-11:30AM
Location: 105 Stanley
Events are open to the entire Cal STEM community and are targeted toward researchers at all stages of their careers, from undergraduate to emeritus. Events will take place every other Wednesday in June and July from 10-11:30AM in 105 Stanley. Below you will find information about each event. Please RSVP using this form.
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Title: The Art of Science Communication
Date: Wednesday, June 12
Time: 10-11:30AM
Location: 105 Stanley
Abstract: Science communication goes far beyond academic papers. The benefits of science communication are vast and include an increase in science literacy and better-informed science policy. In addition, exceptional science communication includes effective means of disseminating scientific content through lectures, publications, grants, outreach initiatives, and interactions with the mass media. Please join me to learn tips and resources for adopting better science communication techniques and resources!
Topic: Systemic Racism in Science Communication
Date: Wednesday, June 26
Time: 10-11:30AM
Location: 105 Stanley
Abstract: The importance of increasing public understanding of scientific issues, like the environment and health, is rising. As a result, scientists are learning the importance of making their work more accessible. But at the same time, there are still marginalized communities that aren’t well served by mainstream science media and traditional educational systems. In addition, women and people of color are faced with long-lived cultural and societal prejudices that perpetuate inequality. By directly involving specific communities in the science communication processes, addressing issues of increasing importance to the communities, and presenting scientific role models and spokespersons from within those communities, we can begin to ensure that science communication and education really is available and accessible to all.
Topic: Science-Self-Fandom: How to promote your science and your worth
Date: Wednesday, July 10Time: 10-11:30AM
Location: 105 Stanley
Abstract: The ability to highlight your professional strengths, promote your work, and identify and endorse your transferable skills does not come naturally for the majority of us. But more recently, scientific institutions have begun to strengthen their efforts to diversify and expand the scientific workforce, creating and maintaining a more inclusive environment for all. In order to be seen, promotion is necessary, and self-advocacy starts with you! Join me to learn tips for self-promotion, self-marketing, and self-branding for advancing your career. Participants will learn how to organize their educational and professional experiences (in the lab, classroom, workplace, etc.) into both an online and a tangible (holdable) portfolio for use during interactions across professional landscapes (interviews, LinkedIn connections, informational interviews, career fairs, etc.).
Topic: Broader Impacts 101
Date: Wednesday, July 24Time: 10-11:30AM
Location: 105 Stanley
Abstract: “Broader impacts” describe the effects of research on society—the benefits beyond academia to the economy, public policy, science literacy, the increased participation of underrepresented minorities in STEM, and community partnerships, to name a few. This “BI 101” workshop has helped thousands of people make sense of NSF's BI criterion and has empowered them to approach their grant writing with more clarity and confidence. This workshop will cover the history of NSF's BI criterion and provide strategies for conceptualizing, developing, and implementing and evaluating BI activities. In addition, this workshop will share tips on leveraging existing resources within NSF and UC Berkeley and establishing robust partnerships in order to build your “BI identity”. Developing these skills has become more and more critical towards grant writing across all agencies (local, state, and federal) and foundations, as well as preparing successful application packages for career positions, awards, and promotional and tenure cases. This event will be hosted in partnership with the Berkeley Research Development Office (BRDO).
Your host: All events will be hosted by Dr. Dione (Dee) Rossiter. Dee has been hosting sciomm workshops and seminars for nearly 15 years and is the Executive Director of
Science at Cal, a program that shares the excitement and relevance of UC Berkeley research with public audiences. Science at Cal also works directly with scientists across campus to build sustainable and impactful science outreach collaborations with community and campus partners. Throughout her career, she has worked with non-profits, universities, government offices, and for-profit businesses to improve their science engagement efforts; this includes creating new and/or improving existing science communication, marketing, education, diversity, and outreach initiatives. Dee’s previous positions include: Director of the Mass Media Fellowship at the American Association for the Advancement of Science and Scientific Programs & Outreach Manager at the Carnegie Institution for Science. Accessibility and inclusiveness are hallmarks of Dee’s efforts. Dee received her bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley and her PhD from UC Santa Cruz, both in Earth & Planetary Sciences.
If you require accommodation for a disability for effective communication (ASL interpreting/CART captioning, alternative media formats, etc.) or information about campus mobility access features in order to fully participate in this event, please contact Dione Rossiter at rossiter@berkeley.edu with as much advance notice as possible and at least 7-10 days in advance of the event.
