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    Author: Sue Ann Heatherly

    I am the Senior Education Officer at the Green Bank Observatory. I have been the Education Officer for the National Radio Astronomy Observatory, now the Green Bank Observatory since 1987. At the Observatory, my role has been to engage teachers and students in real-world scientific research experiences, and to share the excitement of scientific discovery with the public. Our programs include science teacher workshops, student camps, and research programs like the Pulsar Search Collaboratory, and First2Network Internships. I started out as a classroom science teacher and in 1987, I participated in a workshop at the Observatory that completely sold me on the value of authentic STEM experiences. While I was in residence for two weeks, I used a radio telescope to explore a distant galaxy called M 87. I worked in a team with fellow teachers and was mentored by the scientific staff here at the Observatory. Now, 30 years in to my job with the GBO, I have had the privilege of creating similar opportunities for teachers, students and the public to gain first-hand experience in doing science. I love this work, and I’m really happy to share my expertise with the First2 Network, and to continue to learn from you all!

    Neuron is Out!

    Happy holidays, everyone! Want something inspiring to read? Check out the latest edition of the Neuron, WV’s journal of science and research. There’s a lot…

    Sue Ann Heatherly December 28, 2020
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    First2 Network December Newsletter is Out!

    The December edition contains lots of student opportunities and a info on a webinar for all members on January 8. Check it out!

    Sue Ann Heatherly December 14, 2020
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    Interested in hosting a 2-week research internship in 2021?

    Come to our informational session on December 8 at 5 PM. We’ll answer questions about the proposal process, and veteran internship hosts will be on…

    Sue Ann Heatherly December 2, 2020
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    Improving Undergraduate STEM Education

    From the description: ” The IUSE: EHR is a core NSF STEM education program that seeks to promote novel, creative, and transformative approaches to generating…

    Sue Ann Heatherly December 1, 2020
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    HEPC releases enrollment report. How can First2 help?

    Enrollment in WV Higher education institutions has continued a five-year decline according to a new report just released by the HEPC. HEPC Chancellor Sarah Tucker…

    Sue Ann Heatherly November 21, 2020
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    Complete Your Profile Contest

    Thanks to an anonymous donor, First2 Network is excited to offer you an incentive to complete your profile on the first2network.org website.  All members who…

    Sue Ann Heatherly November 17, 2020
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    Three Chances to Network with Rural STEM Ecosystems

    Please register to swap ideas with STEM people in other rural areas! There are three sessions planned over the next few months, and the first…

    Sue Ann Heatherly October 27, 2020
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    Evaluation Summary and Recommendations for First2

    Our amazing external evaluation team at ICF digs in, through qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys, to offer insights into the progress of the First2 Network.…

    Sue Ann Heatherly October 20, 2020
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    Education Alliance Conference Sessions

    It’s conference season! The Education Alliance is hosting three sessions starting October 14 and you can sign up for one or all. “Early Literacy”, October…

    Sue Ann Heatherly October 9, 2020

    Engineering job, anyone?

    Frictionless space-age transportation with people and goods traveling at 600 Miles per hour? It’s hyperloop technology. Hyperloop development is coming to WV! Read this amazing…

    Sue Ann Heatherly October 8, 2020
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