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Join Advocates for Science at Indiana University to review committees, discuss upcoming events, and contribute to planning our next initiatives. The meeting will be held on Monday, February 9th, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm via Zoom. We will meet as a large group and then break into committees.
McCarthy, who served as EPA Administrator under the Obama administration and as the White House Climate Advisor to President Biden, has a long and storied career in environmental service. Throughout her years of public service in both Republican and Democratic administrations, McCarthy is credited for her common-sense strategies and ability to work across the aisle, with states, communities, business leaders, and the labor community, to tackle our nation’s toughest environmental challenges. She was a leader in creation of the most ambitious action on climate in U.S. history, supported by the climate and clean energy provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act. Her work helped establish U.S. climate leadership on a global stage and strive toward ambitious U.S. national targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions. She also served as President and CEO of the environmental advocacy group Natural Resources Defense Council. The talk will be include a short presentation and informal conversation with IU’s Janet McCabe who served as Director of the Office of Air Quality with McCarthy during her first term as EPA Administrator and subsequently as Deputy Administrator of the EPA under the Biden Administration. McCabe served as Director of the IU Environmental Resilience Institute and is currently Professor of Law at the McKinney School of Law at IU-Indianapolis.
Join Advocates for Science at Indiana University to review committees, discuss upcoming events, and contribute to planning our next initiatives. The meeting will be held on Monday, February 2nd, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm at Woodburn Hall 111.
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Join Advocates for Science at Indiana University to review committees, discuss upcoming events, and contribute to planning our next initiatives. The meeting will be held on Monday, January 26th, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm online due to the snow day.
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Join Advocates for Science at Indiana University to review committees, discuss upcoming events, and contribute to planning our next initiatives. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 9th, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm at SPEA PV 272.
This month's forum will feature a panel discussion focusing on “The Future of the Sciences at IU” with science department chairs Mark Messier (Physics), Armin Moczek (Biology), and Stacie King (Anthropology) and Ph.D. candidate Amelia Binau (Astrophysics). following panelists’ comments, Rick Van Kooten (Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences) will serve as discussant. The meeting will feature brief presentations by our panelists focusing on current challenges emerging from the federal, state, and campus levels—and open discussion on how our community can engage to address these critical issues.
Join Advocates for Science at Indiana University to review committees, discuss upcoming events, and contribute to planning our next initiatives. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 11, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm at SPEA PV 272.
Meet with Senator Yoder & House Representative Pierce to discuss science policy. Bring your questions and let your voices be heard!
Join Advocates for Science at Indiana University to review committees, discuss upcoming events, and contribute to planning our next initiatives. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 28, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm at SPEA PV 272.
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Student Organization
Our student affiliate organization brings together passionate students from across disciplines to advocate for evidence-based policy. We provide training, organize events, and create opportunities for students to engage with science policy issues.
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Our faculty and staff organization provides institutional support and expertise for science policy advocacy. We work with policymakers, conduct research, and mentor students in evidence-based advocacy efforts.
Together, we create a comprehensive approach to science policy advocacy, combining student energy with faculty expertise.
Building bridges between scientists, policymakers, and the public through educational events and collaborative initiatives.
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Through structured mentorship programs and hands-on policy engagement, we develop the next generation of science advocates. Our members gain practical experience in legislative analysis, stakeholder communication, and evidence synthesis—skills essential for effective science policy careers.
We maintain active partnerships with local government offices, research institutions, and advocacy organizations, providing students with direct pathways to influence policy decisions that shape our scientific future.
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