A square graphic with the text "Sharon Begley Science Reporting Award. $20,000 grant honoring a mid-career journalist. Apply by April 30. CASW.org." A logo reading "CASW" is at the bottom of the graphic. The graphic has a headshot of the late science reporter Sharon Begley.

Science journalists: Apply for the $20,000 Sharon Begley Science Reporting Award! The prize recognizes the accomplishments of a mid-career science journalist and includes a grant for a significant reporting project.

Deadline: April 30. More information and the submission link at CASW.org

MiSCers! We are joining the Midwest Science Writers (MAISE) for an event next week. Come hear Jessica Fries-Gaither talk about her experience working at the Library of Congress, and how to find story idea gems. It's FREE!

“Monarch Butterfly Proposed for Listing Under the US Endangered Species Act” A monarch butterfly happily feeding on a swamp milkweed flower, showing its orange and black wings in profile.

US Fish & Wildlife has just announced their proposal to list the monarch as Threatened! ESA protections can allow us to tackle the systemic issues monarchs are facing: pesticide overuse, diseases, & habitat loss, especially at their overwintering locations.
🦋 Learn more: xerces.org/press/monarc...

Hi MiSCers! Just a friendly reminder about our virtual Wintertime meetup on Dec 17 at 7p ET! Bring your favorite cozy beverage and come hang out. If you'd like, please bring a link (or show and tell) of something you did this year that you’re proud of.
Sign up: www.miscicom.org/events/futur...

Want to know what's happening in Lake Erie? Join MiSC for our Science Expert Series with Dr. Jeff Pu from Cleveland Water Alliance! Jeff will share his water sensor research approach, including updates on algal blooms, hypoxia and shoreline erosion. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Hello, MiSCers! We're having an in-person meet-up on August 10. Come to Homes Campus in Ann Arbor to hang out and meet some fellow #scicomm folks. More details on our website-- hope to see some of you there! www.miscicom.org/events/futur...

Can't wait for the energy of our #SciWri24 national conference? You can also find community in a science writing regional group, like @miscicom.org! Learn more about these independently organized #SciWriCongress local collectives: www.nasw.org/regional-sci...

MiSC - Future Events Tue, May 21 | Zoom- free virtual event Audio Storytelling: Why Radio is Your Most Visual Medium

Please join MiSC for a virtual event on May 21, 6p ET: Audio Storytelling: Why Radio is Your Most Visual Medium with guest Molly Bentley (executive producer and co-host of "Big Picture Science" radio show).
Registration is here: www.miscicom.org/events/futur...

Flyer for a lecture on the science of the upcoming eclipse. Event is on March 29, 2024 from 12-2p at the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History, Quetz Atrium.

Flyer for eclipse science event at the Ypsilanti District Library- Superior. Pick up glasses and learn about the upcoming eclipse on March 30, 2024 at 3-4p. Ypsilanti District Library Meeting Rooms, 1900 Harris Road, Ypsilanti, MI

Eclipse Fans: If you're in A2 or Ypsi and want to know more about the eclipse, MiSC member Sophia Chan Davis (a NASA Eclipse Ambassador) is hosting some events. See details below!

Love the NASW energy, but want to meet like-minds closer to home? You can also find community in a science writing regional group—such as MiSC in Michigan! Learn more about these independently organized SciWriCongress local collectives: www.nasw.org/regional-sci...

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The Next Ninety Years: 90th anniversary address of the National Association of Science Writers On the 90th anniversary of NASW's founding, the 2022-2024 Board of the National Association of Science Writers shares its reflections on the state of the industry.

"Freedom of the press, freedom of information, and access to accurate news are not just professional issues faced by journalists and writers alone—they are intrinsic rights in a free, democratic society." Read the NASW Board's 90th anniversary address, published today: www.nasw.org/article/nasw...

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