SERC News

Explore the Workshop Program and Submit Your Abstract for the Rendezvous

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600

Registration and abstract submissions are now open for the eleventh Earth Educators' Rendezvous, taking place July 20-23, 2026, at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina!

Apply to Participate: Early Career Faculty Workshop

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600

Save the date and spread the word about the 2026 Workshop for Early Career Geoscience Faculty, at Macalester College in St. Paul, MN, from June 21-25, 2026! Join us for a multi-day workshop in a stimulating and resource-rich environment, where you will participate in sessions on topics including effective teaching strategies, course design, establishing a research program in a new setting, working with research students, balancing professional and personal responsibilities, and time management. Apply by March 31!

Has this workshop had an impact on you or your work? We invite you to donate to support participants and/or to sponsor this workshop!

New GNOMES Publication in Journal of Geoscience Education

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500

SERC congratulates Kristin O'Connell on a recent article she co-authored in the Journal of Geoscience Education entitled 'A short-term critical zone geophysics program designed to recruit, retain, and foster community amongst 1st and 2nd year undergraduates historically marginalized in geosciences.'

Community Opportunity: Help us update data-rich activities

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500

With the Community Contribution Tool, educators can proactively safeguard and enrich teaching materials, ensuring their longevity and relevance. Take action now to preserve and enhance educational resources for the future.

Strengthen Quantitative Skills in Your Earth Science Course

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0600

Integrate more math and statistics into Earth science courses -- July 14-17, 2025 virtual workshop (1-3pm ET daily). "The Math Your Earth Science Majors Need" modules make learning quantitative skills easier. Participants receive a 400 USD stipend after completing the entire workshop. (40 USD fee)

SERC acknowledges the effect of LA fires

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600

Our thoughts are with our collaborators and everyone affected by the devastating fires in and around Los Angeles. Your communities are in our hearts during this difficult time.

Provide input for the 2027 NSSME+ January 16

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600

Are you a user of the NSSME+ survey data? Please join Executive Director Anne Egger on Thursday, January 16, at 2 pm PT/3 pm MT/4 pm CT/5 pm ET to provide input on the overarching survey research questions. empty

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Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600

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Join NC FEW Feb. 25 for a Panel on Community Science Data Talks!

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600

Join the NC-FEW Virtual Workshop Series on February 25 to explore K-12-focused Food, Energy, and Water Community Science Data Talks. Learn how place-based, justice-centered approaches bring FEW-Nexus education to life for students and educators.

NAGT Member, Peter Berquist, Receives Outstanding Faculty Award

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600

Peter Berquist, has been honored with the 2025 Outstanding Faculty Award, Virginia's top recognition for faculty excellence. A leader in field-based geoscience education, Berquist's innovations and contributions, including his work with the R/V Investigator, have enriched learning experiences for students nationwide.