Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE)
Shaping the Future of ScienceSpotlight
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K-12 student and teachers! Applications are now open for JSTI
The Joint Science and Technology Institute (JSTI) is an all-expenses-paid residential STEM research experience for middle and high school students and high school teachers in Maryland or New Mexico. Join us to participate in a hands-on research project mentored by scientists while living on campus at a university! You will gain research experience and problem solving skills while learning about STEM careers and meeting new people.
Apply now for JSTI!
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Chelsea Gibson, Ph.D., relishes role in supporting STEM workforce development
Chelsea Gibson, Ph.D., an associate manager for ORISE STEM Workforce Development, leads a team that administers the ORISE FDA Research Participation Programs. In addition, Chelsea helps develop and execute professional development opportunities for ORISE interns and fellows. She holds a doctoral degree in neuroscience from Vanderbilt University. Get to know Chelsea in this ORISE Staff Spotlight Q&A!
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The rings of a tree: a dendrochronologist’s tale
Daniel Perret, Ph.D., is an ecologist conducting research as a fellow with the USDA Forest Service focusing on tree species’ responses to climate change.
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Taking a leap of faith: A conversation with Meagan Roberts, MPH, former NNSA MSIIP participant
Meagan Roberts, MPH, took a leap of faith to move from Middle Tennessee to Washington, D.C., to participate in the National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program. Roberts talk to ORISE Featurecast host Matthew Underwood about the decision to pursue an ORISE appointment, managing imposter syndrome, leaning into her passion for health and public health, and being open to new opportunities. Roberts also talks about what it is in life that brings her joy.
ORISE News
February Student Challenge: Can I be the Teacher Now?
Is there a topic in your school that has not been covered that you would like to learn about? ORISE wants you to teach it! We are asking that you create an original activity to teach your topic, and then make a 2–3-minute video pretending like you are teaching the activity to your classmates. It must be a STEM topic of your choosing that has not been covered in your school. Make sure you explain how you designed your activity in your video!
Heart of STEM Lesson Plan Competition
Teachers! The ORISE wants to see how you show the HEART of STEM in your classroom by sharing your lesson plans about teaching empathy and compassion in STEM topics/fields. Teachers of any grade level or subject are invited to submit a unique STEM lesson plan that incorporates teaching empathy and compassion in any STEM topics/fields. THREE teachers who submit lesson plans will be selected to receive the following prizes!
February Self Care Social Media Contest
Teachers! You spend so much of your time caring and working for others, but now, it’s time to think about how you care for yourself! Throughout the month of February, we want to know your favorite self-care activities.
