Appalachian Science Communicators

A professional & social network for support and camaraderie among science journos and communicators in the Appalachian region. #scicomm

[Appalachian Science Communicators @AppSciWri]

Gather 'round to discuss science communication topics and brainstorm future programming ideas with your fellow AppSciComm-ers next week!

Click here for details and to RSVP: https://t.co/YCAlhgAbt4

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And for some added fun and festive spirit, use a holiday backdrop🎄as your Zoom background, wear a Santa hat🎅 or sip cocoa☕️from a holiday mug. Whatever brings you joy!

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Appalachian-based science communicators! Join AppSciComm on Thurs, Dec. 7, to talk #scicomm. Have an idea for an event we can hold? Curious about a #science or #journalism trend? Want advice on a local outlet? Gut check on a pitch? Register➡️https://t.co/YCAlhgzDDw

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Thanks for the shout-out in this month's #SciWriDeskNotes, @ScienceWriters! Regional #SciWriCongress groups are a great way to connect with other science writers ... and if you're in Appalachia, consider joining AppSciComm: https://t.co/RGGtqTjxG9

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#SciWriCongress, #scicomm: Ever wonder what it takes to write and publish a nonfiction science book? AppSciComm member @KristinaWrites is giving us the scoop this Thurs at 4 pm ET. Join us to learn how she made "A New War on Cancer" reality. Register ➡️https://t.co/UNotvhDpkN

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Appalachian #scicomm, check out this new #SciWriRoundtable series from @ScienceWriters... If you're planning to tune in, let us know!

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JOURNALISTS: Join us Wednesday, May 24 for "Science Writers Roundtable: Diverse Options for Career Pivots"—the first in our inaugural series of #SciWriRoundtable events. Registration is free and open to all interested professionals and students. RSVP: https://t.co/NyBgOW3klL

[National Association of Science Writers (NASW) @ScienceWriters]

JOURNALISTS: Join us Wednesday, May 24 for "Science Writers Roundtable: Diverse Options for Career Pivots"—the first in our inaugural series of #SciWriRoundtable events. Registration is free and open to all interested professionals and students. RSVP: https://t.co/NyBgOW3klL

[National Association of Science Writers (NASW) @ScienceWriters]

ANNOUNCEMENT: The National Association of Science Writers expresses solidarity with journalists facing layoffs and job insecurity.

"We stand in solidarity with you. You are valued. Your work matters."

Share Today's @ScienceWriters Board Statement: https://t.co/H2bU0VtCbD

[National Association of Science Writers (NASW) @ScienceWriters]

Miss the energy of our annual meeting? Journalists, PIOs, and other media pros can also find community in a #SciComm Regional Group—such as @AppSciWri in the Appalachia! Learn more about these independently organized #SciWriCongress local collectives: https://t.co/Ib5LqhXHMi

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Book launch party! 🥳 Science communicators in Pittsburgh, join us at @whitewhalebks on Tues, May 9, to celebrate @KristinaWrites's book "A New War on Cancer." #SciWriCongress RSVP ➡️ https://t.co/Po9rMABi45 (there is a livestream if you can't attend in-person)

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Given today’s economic climate and industry shifts, science journalists and writers are facing unexpected challenges and transitions. @ScienceWriters is offering up to $1,000 to help through its new Pivot Grants. https://t.co/UlZIPVksmw

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TODAY at 4 p.m. ET, join us as we learn from @ChDierkes about hosting webinars to share science. Register for the link: https://t.co/eLmJ7BvL0X

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Free EVENT📢: How to Host a Research Webinar. Join us this Thursday at 4 p.m. ET for a virtual presentation by @ChDierkes full of tips and tricks to launch a webinar about science. Register here: https://t.co/eLmJ7BvL0X

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Free EVENT📢: How to Host a Research Webinar. Join us this Thursday at 4 p.m. ET for a virtual presentation by @ChDierkes full of tips and tricks to launch a webinar about science. Register here: https://t.co/eLmJ7BvL0X

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EVENT ALERT: Free virtual panel from @SpotlightPA on how to obtain public health information, featuring @edmahonreporter, @BrettSholtis and Terry Mutchler. March 16, 2023 | 6 p.m. RSVP: https://t.co/XOnDaJkMQZ

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And stay tuned! Planning is underway for our next free, virtual series on an interesting topic in science communication that affects Appalachia.

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We've got news! AppSciComm, the Appalachian regional #scicomm group of @ScienceWriters, is a nonprofit! 🧵https://t.co/9ItDNb4yrw

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If you believe that accurate, fact-based sharing of scientific news should be done in all parts of the nation - including "flyover" country - consider donating to our all-volunteer organization through the link at our fiscal sponsor, @newsunrisingpgh https://t.co/XiXpJU7res

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Read any good social science news stories recently? Reported one? Let us know! AppSciComm is looking for expert-informed, evidence-based coverage of societal issues that impact Appalachia for our next Zoom series.

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#SciComm freelancers! This looks like a super helpful @ScienceWriters #SciWriBizChat event: https://t.co/94UtAiWD0j