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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: Registration is Open
The 2025 AGU annual meeting begins December 15th in New Orleans, LA. Here are some dates to keep in mind:
- Registration is open now! Learn more here.
- 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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Deadline extended! 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 7 November 2025.
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Earth Science Week 2025
Earth Science Week (ESW) is taking place October 12-18! This year’s theme is “Energy Resources for Our Future,” which challenges us to become informed energy consumers and to better understand the environmental, social and economic impacts of our energy footprint. To get started, consider ordering an Earth Science Week Toolkit and participate in the Focus Days and the various contests. Visit the American Geosciences Institute ESW webpages for all the information you need to plan an exciting week celebrating the geosciences!
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Updated Water Cycle
Last month, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released an updated water cycle graphic. This update is significant because it acknowledges that our knowledge of water science––like all science––is constantly evolving and improving, and scientists revise previous work to account for new understanding. Visit NOAA's water cycle page for more information about Earth's water, as well as related educational resources like lesson plans and activities scaled for learning levels across the K-12 spectrum.
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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: October 16th
· Time: 9:30-10:30am PT / 12:30-1:30pm ET
· Topic: How are DBER scholars supported at their various institutions? What models of institutional for DBER exist?
· Join the meeting
Meeting ID: 249 850 824 672 1
Passcode: Gi6zw2fC
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 “Using qualitative and quantitative survey data” here.
Let’s learn and grow together. See you there!
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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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