NISE Network Blog

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Partner Highlight: The Journey to Decarbonisation: We the Curious in Bristol, England Shares Post Sustainability Fellowship Progress

December 3, 2025
Chris Dunford, Sustainability and Science Director, We the Curious
In this partner highlight, Bristol, England's science and arts center, We the Curious, shares about their participation in the NISE Network’s Sustainability Fellowship and their journey to decarbonization.
The front of the Explora Museum building, showing the large dome on top the entrance as a school bus drops a group of youth at the door.

Partner Highlight: Explora Science Center and Children’s Museum of Albuquerque Uses the What is Learning Conversation Starter Cards in Family Programs

November 7, 2025
Marina Philip, PhD, STEAM Professional Liaison, Explora Science Center and Children’s Museum
The educators at Explora Science Center and Children’s Museum of Albuquerque, New Mexico are always finding new and creative ways to use the NISE Network’s resources, this time incorporating the What is Learning Conversation Starter cards into family programs.
A STEM activity being facilitated on a table as many children and adults crowd around.

Partner Highlight: Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Center in Kalamazoo Wins State Grant to Launch Making Space in Michigan, a New Aerospace Career and Education Initiative

November 5, 2025
Christina Leavell, Arizona State University
The Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Center in Kalamazoo has been awarded an $819,200 grant to launch Making Space in Michigan, a bold multi-year initiative featuring aerospace career-focused exhibits, programs, and interpretation designed to fuel Michigan’s future workforce.
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Minnesota STEM Ecosystem Combines New NISE Network Resources for their 2025 STEM Convening

September 22, 2025
Christina Leavell, Arizona State University
Partner highlight about the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem's annual convening, and an adaptation of two NISE Network resources created as a unique learning experience to prompted thoughtful reflection among participants.
Large group photo of participants in the STEM Learning Ecosystems Meeting.

ASU Hosts STEM Learning Ecosystems and Community Partnership Meeting - Debuts “What Values Do You Share” Conversation Starter Cards

September 21, 2025
Christina Leavell, Arizona State University
ASU hosted the STEM Learning Ecosystems and Community Partnership Meeting in August 2025, where the “What Values Do You Share?” conversation starter card activity was introduced.
Making Waves with Radio event at Columbia Memorial Downey California with children discussing activity with a museum facilitator.

Partner Highlight: Making Waves with Radio STEM Day at Columbia Memorial Space Center in Downey California

August 31, 2025
Sherry Hsi, BSCS
Partner highlight about BSCS educators and museum partners from the NISE Network, Children’s Creativity Museum, Museum of Life and Science, and the Columbia Memorial Space Center to facilitate radio activities in Downey, California.
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Partner Highlight: The National Science Foundation Celebrates its 75th Anniversary on May 10, 2025 nationwide including at Columbia Memorial Space Center in Downey, CA

May 6, 2025
Christina Leavell, Arizona State University
The National Science Foundation celebrates it's 75th anniversary on May 10, 2025 with NSF STEM Day events across the country.
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Partner Highlight: Exploring Earth and Space Science with The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

May 1, 2025
Christina Leavell, Arizona State University
A partner highlight spotlighting the incredible work around Earth and space science at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
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A year of celebration and transitions for the NISE Network as we mark our 20th anniversary and announce a new director

April 8, 2025
Christina Leavell, Arizona State University
The year 2025 marks the twentieth anniversary of the NISE Network! It is wonderful to still be working with a community of informal educators and scientists dedicated to engaging the public in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) across the United States. As we move forward with our work, we are pleased to announce a transition from Rae Ostman to our new director Catherine McCarthy. In celebration of our 20th anniversary, we also caught up with our founding director, Larry Bell, to share what he’s been up to during his retirement.
Children stand at opposite sides of the Design Build Test exhibit table, putting together the assorted pieces and testing their creations.

Partner Highlight: The Powerhouse in Durango, Colorado brings the Night Sky to Life for a Dark Sky Celebration

April 4, 2025
Vanessa Frank, Powerhouse, Durango, Colorado
The Powerhouse in Durango, Colorado brought the wonder of the night sky to life at their Dark Sky Celebration, partnering with tourism organization Visit Durango and utilizing resources from the NISE Network, including the “Sun, Earth, Universe" exhibition.