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Stand up for Science!
Click the blue banner on the AGU home page to see updated resources, information and actions for AGU members during this uncertain time for science. There are resources for scientists impacted by job loss, position statements, and resources for advocacy and action. Make your voice heard, and join AGU as we stand together.
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Honor an Educator
The Education Section invites you to recognize outstanding teachers and mentors that have made a difference in your life by donating to the Honor an Educator Campaign. This initiative funds professional development workshops, conference attendance, and other collaborative experiences for educators and students. Your contribution helps our Section increase opportunities to share Earth and space science with the world. Learn more and donate today!
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AGU25 Important Dates: Abstract Submissions Now Open
The 2025 AGU annual meeting begins December 15th in New Orleans, LA. Here are some dates to keep in mind:
- Mid-August: program committee schedules sessions and finalizes session formatting
- Late August: registration and housing opens; conveners review and schedule abstracts in sessions
- Early October: abstract submitters notified of abstract acceptance
- 2025 AGU Annual Meeting: 15–19 December 2025, New Orleans, LA
Questions? Please contact the section representatives for the Fall Meeting Program Committee.
We hope to see you at the 2025 AGU Annual Meeting!
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AGU25 Faculty Travel Grant
Faculty at under-resourced two- and four-year institutions often have higher teaching loads and do not have access to significant travel funds, making it more difficult for them to attend scientific conferences. Attendance at conferences allows faculty to establish connections with other researchers and bring the latest innovations in research and teaching back to their classrooms. AGU and the Education Section are pleased to announce that NSF-funding is again available to help support faculty who teach at 2YC and 4YC institutions participate in the AGU annual conference. The application deadline is September 3rd. Read more about the program here. Apply here!
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Recap: Every Rock Has a Story
Did you miss the recent K-12 Working Group webinar “Every Rock Has a Story: Inspiring the Next Generation of Geoscientists”? No worries! You can watch the recording where Prof. Ethan Baxter, and colleagues share the history of the video series as well as practical integrations of the content into existing curricula to inspire wonder, curiosity, value, and belonging in ESS learning.
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Exchanging Knowledge in Geoscience Education Research
Are you interested in enhancing your research design and methodology skills in an informal, collaborative setting? The GER Monthly Knowledge Exchange is here to help! This casual, interactive monthly Zoom gathering seeks to create a forum for the GER (Geoscience Education Research) community to ask questions and get input from peers without the pressure of formal presentations, build collective capacity, and share resources, ideas, and experiences on a specific topic. No prep required––just bring your curiosity and insights to share!
- Date: August 21st
- Time: 9:30 -10:30am PT / 12:30 - 1:30 ET
- Topic: Studying How We Use AI in the Classroom
- Join the meeting
- Meeting Number: 291 039 979 388 4
- Passcode: 42HZ7Gr3
Have ideas about knowledge exchange in the geosciences? Suggest a topic for a future session by adding it to our topic calendar.
Also, visit the summary of shared insights from our prior meeting on “Transitioning into educational development from GER” here.
Let’s learn and grow together. See you there!
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Climate Conversation - Educational Pathways
The National Academies host the free virtual event “Educational Pathways for a Climate-Ready Workforce” on August 22 from 12:30-1:45pm ET. Join the discussion as speakers explore how universities, colleges, and trade schools are preparing a climate solution-oriented workforce with increasingly desirable skills in resiliency and adaptability. Learn more here and register today to attend!
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Calling all informal/out-of-school-time educators & scientists: save the dates during Annual Meeting Week!
The AGU Education Section Informal Education Working Group is collaborating with the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) to host a variety of public-facing activities & programs during the week of the Annual Meeting. Several opportunities will be available for AGU meeting attendees to engage with the public, groups, and/or museum-connected individuals (separately from the Annual Meeting):
- Private presentation on Monday, Dec 15, 2025 from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon: this presentation would be for NOMA's Docent and Art Thrives groups. These groups are 55+ in age and have a wide array of experience and interests, and they would love to learn about additional science perspectives.
- Gallery talks on Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025 at 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm: the museum would be thrilled to host one or more individuals who would like to lead a talk within the museum's exhibits to connect science research to items on display in the museum or in the Sculpture Garden.
- Public event on Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm: the museum will provide space for individuals & teams to facilitate STEAM activities for the public.
- The museum will have school field trip groups during the AGU meeting week and are looking at ways to connect members with those school groups to provide science/art connections & perspectives.
Want to learn more or participate? Please email Michelle Nichols (mnichols@adlerplanetarium.org) and Sanlyn Buxner (sbuxner@psi.edu). Commitments from participating individuals & groups will be needed by 1 October 2025. More to come!
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Calling All Photographers
We would like to feature your photos of Earth and space science on our section website! Submit your original photos with your name and a caption. Photos can be of anything that represents Earth and space science or teaching and learning. If people are in your photo, please be sure to obtain their permission before submitting!
Submit your photos to: https://forms.gle/3Je8cZCqgc9y68Sw5. A big thank you to everyone who has already submitted––take a look at your pictures on our updated home page!
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Words of Advice
We know there are many educators with a wealth of lived experiences and advice to share! The Education Section invites you to submit your tips for effective teaching and learning, advice for early career instructors, or quotes that inspire your career. We would like to showcase your words and have prepared space for them on our section website.
Submit your teaching and learning tips, advice, and inspiration to: https://forms.gle/vQ7P9WNSYVPCYxm68. A big thank you to everyone who has already submitted––take a look at your words on our updated home page!
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We’ve Got Mail!
The Education Section newsletter accepts member-suggested submissions! Contact us at edsectionnewsletter@gmail.com with timely events, articles, or programs relating to education in the Earth and space sciences. To be considered for inclusion in the monthly newsletter, please send items before 5:00pm EST on the second Monday of the preceding month. We look forward to hearing from you!
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