New Role at the Academy is Activating the Vast Network of WINS Alumnae

September 24, 2024 Academy Editor Education, People, WINS, Women In Natural Sciences

New WINS alumnae manager, Ninette Bennett, has big plans to embrace, share and build success with WINS students and alumnae across the globe.

Celebrating Latin and Hispanic Heritage in the Sciences at the Academy

September 16, 2024 Academy Editor Ichthyology, Ornithology, Paleontology, People, Photoblog

In English, Spanish and Portuguese, Academy scientists open up about their careers, cultures and creating diverse opportunities for excellence in research.

“Our Voices Need to be Heard”: Latin & Hispanic Drexel Co-ops Helping to Enrich Representation in the Sciences

September 4, 2024 Academy Editor Education, People

Three Drexel students discuss their cultural identities and scientific aspirations

For the Oranges of Sargodha District: Pakistan, Podcasts and Environmental Policy Work with Living on Earth

August 2, 2024 Academy Editor Environmental Science, People, Sustainability

Born into an agricultural tribe in rural Punjab, Drexel co-op Shanzay Asif nutures the art of storytelling to environmentally advocate for her home

Groundtruthing: Using Scientific Data to Support Local Communities Across Philadelphia

July 12, 2024 Academy Editor Environmental Science, Patrick Center, Sustainability

To accurately and equitably determine environmental justice neighborhoods, Academy scientists create a digital tool

Telling Our Stories: Gender Minorities in the Sciences at the Academy

June 27, 2024 Academy Editor Environmental Science, People, Program, Women In Natural Sciences

Five phenomenal figures with diverse scientific backgrounds each spoke of their experiences growing up and entering the STEM field.

A Great Shell Milestone: Malacology Dept reaches 500K cataloged specimens

June 20, 2024 Academy Editor Malacology, People

The collection officially crossed the phenomenal half-million mark. How did we get here?

Cataloging a Shared Love of Natural History and Books

June 11, 2024 Academy Editor Library, People

Fashion student Ellie Sear from Drexel’s Westphal College discusses her love of books, nature and a very exciting project to make L&A works more accessible

Are Solar Panels Right for You?

April 18, 2024 Academy Editor Environmental Science, People, Sustainability

April is Earth Month, a time when many are considering how they can make changes to their homes and their lives to be more sustainable. Could solar panels be the answer?