As this challenging academic year winds down, it can be especially valuable for grad students to take the time to consider where they’re headed, writes Steve Lee and WISCIENCE faculty director Janet Branchaw.
Year: 2021
Kevin Niemi Wins Ann Wallace Career Achievement Award
During his remarkable 24-year career with WISCIENCE, Kevin Niemi, who retired in January 2021, was a leader in identifying and developing partnerships with community members and organizations. He brought his expertise in STEM education to K-12 students, to UW–Madison students, and to teachers in school districts throughout the state, nation and even the world, primarily in Thailand.
Fall 2021 Course Offerings
An update on which of our courses will be offered in fall 2021.
Kevin Niemi Wins WSST’s Most Prestigious Award
Dr. Kevin Niemi was recently recognized by the Wisconsin Society of Science Teachers (WSST) for his outstanding life-long work with Science Education in Wisconsin. WSST recognizes teachers of science annually for their achievements. The Ron Gibbs Award is given to honor a person who has made outstanding contributions in science education over a long and distinguished career in Wisconsin.
New Zine Reveals the Wonderful World of Microbes
The Wonderful World of Microbes – a fascinating and beautifully illustrated zine about the widespread influence of tiny organisms we usually can’t see.