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Saturday, September 28, 2024
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
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Registration
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
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Registration
Location: Gate 3 Lobby
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
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Meet and Greet Breakfast
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
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Meet and Greet Breakfast
Location: Prefunction S100
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Opening Plenary
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Opening Plenary
Location: S100-Grand Ballroom
Keynote Speaker:
H. Fisk Johnson
Keynote Speaker:
Chevy Humphrey
Moderator:
Bill Peters
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Exhibit Hall Open
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Hall C1
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Day One: Poster Palooza and Planetary Health Action Fair in the Exhibit Hall
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Day One: Poster Palooza and Planetary Health Action Fair in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall C1
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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A Framework and Reflection for Play-Based STEM Engagement at Exhibits for Young Children
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Jen Rehkamp
– Association of Children's Museums
Presenter:
Tara Henderson, MA
– Explora
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Attracting Exhibition Visitors with 4-Foot Walking Robots
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Cheolhee Kim, PhD
– National Science Museum of Korea
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Black Leadership in Automobility
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Kathleen Donald, ALM
– Automotive Hall of Fame
Presenter:
Ryan Rembert, MA
– Automotive Hall of Fame
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Building Insights Through Observation: An Arts-Based Model for Building STEM Data Literacy
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Jessica Sickler
– J. Sickler Consulting
Presenter:
Michelle Lentzner
– J. Sickler Consulting
Presenter:
Kathryn Semmens, PhD
– Nurture Nature Center
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Co-Developing Inclusive Resources Supporting the Participation of All Children in Tinkering Activities
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Catherine Émond, MSc
– Canada Science and Technology Museum
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Color by Number: Engaging Diverse Public Audiences in the Creation of Data-Driven Art
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Tim Ogino, MS., MEd.
– CU Science Discovery
Presenter:
Stacey Forsyth, PhD
– University of Colorado, Boulder
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Creating an Exhibition with Domestic Wood with Consideration for the Environment
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Chiharu Shimizu (she/her/hers)
– Miraikan - The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Creating High Energy Physics Experiments for the Classroom
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Mark R. Adams, PhD
– Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Culture Shift: Building a Community of Evaluative Practice
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Kimberly Amey
– Carnegie Science Center
Presenter:
Brad Peroney
– Carnegie Science Center
Presenter:
Jennifer Lawrence
– Carnegie Science Center
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Designing for Diversity and Inclusion in Internships
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Karl Bitikofer
– Field Museum
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Exhibition of a Life-Size Nuri Rocket(KSLV-II) Model With Standing Operation
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Jungwon Choi
– National Science Museum of Korea
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Empowering Alumni: How to Maintain Relationships with and Harness the Power of Your Alumni Network
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Jennifer Pena
– University of Texas - GeoFORCE
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Empowering Organizations to Develop Ongoing Training to Support Staff Autonomy, Confidence, & Retention
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Claire Fowler, MA, MSc (she/her/hers)
– The Tech Interactive
Presenter:
Kate Sover, BS, MA (she/her/hers)
– The Tech Interactive
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Engage, Inspire, Connect: Harnessing the Power of Digital Content
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Chris Haslam
– Field Museum
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Evaluating the Use of STEM Integration Within Field Trip Lessons at Science Museums
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Jamie Maingot
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Presenter:
Analisa Duran
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Everyone's Space: How NASA's Universe of Learning Makes Astronomy Relevant
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Alexander Cotnoir, M.A.T.
– Space Telescope Science Institute
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Integrating Gamification and Narrative Design in Museums: Transforming Visitor Engagement and Learning
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Tzu H. Huang
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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FREE Federal STEM Education Resources: Where Can I Find Them?
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Melissa Anley-Mills, M.E.M
– U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Research and Development
Presenter:
Juan Pablo Hurtado Padilla (he, el, pay)
– NOAA
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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From Deep Space to the Deep Sea: Incorporating Current Research into Education and Exhibit Programs
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Brittany Munson
– California Science Center
Presenter:
Elaine Krebs
– Space Foundation Discovery Center
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Funding Frontiers: Leveraging Public Policy and Funding Opportunities at Every Level—Local, State, and Federal
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Stephen White, Esq.
– COSI
Presenter:
Erica Olivares-Vincent, Esq.
– COSI
Presenter:
Jake Vasilj
– COSI
Presenter:
Katherine Liming
– COSI
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Models for Climate Change Learning Through Plant Science At Botanic Gardens
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Grace Anderson
– United States Botanic Garden
Presenter:
Emily Hestness, PhD
– United States Botanic Garden
Presenter:
Sara Merritt
– Reiman Gardens, Iowa State University
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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How to Prepare for the Next Pandemic: Learn Scientific Perspectives by Experiencing Basic Life-Science Experiments
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
HIKARUKO AOKI
– Miraikan - The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Improving Mental Health for Underserved Families Through Community Connections and the Power of Play
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Tyrone Beach
– Muse Knoxville
Presenter:
Lee Robinson
– Muse Knoxville
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Inspired by Nature to You: The Value of Education Collections
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Haylie Priest, MA
– San Diego Natural History Museum
Presenter:
Jessica Mitchener
– San Diego Natural History Museum
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Instrument Development: Effects of OST Experiences on Racially & Ethnically Minoritized Youths' STEM Career Interest
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Susan Sunbury, Ed.D
– Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Integrating STEM and Literature Initiative
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Megan G. Walker, MAEd
– Asheville Museum of Science
Presenter:
Rebecca Whittier
– Buncombe County Schools
Presenter:
Megan Venhuizen
– Asheville Museum of Science
Presenter:
Leslie Russell
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Is It Real? Object-Based Science Learning in Elementary Classrooms: Museum-School Connections
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Lindsey Snyder (she/her/hers)
– University of British Columbia
Presenter:
Rebecca Brokaw (she/her/hers)
– Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum of the Chicago Academy of Sciences
Presenter:
MIreya Becker (she/her/hers)
– The Field Museum
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Leveraging Community Expertise to Advance Sustainability Goals
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Morgan Hoffman
– The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Leveraging Observation: Live Assessment During an Informal Science Learning Experience
Location: Hall C1
Presenter:
Kim Clarke
– Gulf of Maine Research Institute
Presenter:
Amanda Dickes
– Gulf of Maine Research Institute
11:45 AM – 12:05 PM
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Stage Show: Imagine Exhibitions
11:45 AM – 12:05 PM
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Stage Show: Imagine Exhibitions: Food: Science, Culture and Cuisine – come learn about the Chemistry of Cooking
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
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Code-switching Not Required Lunch Networking
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
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Code-switching Not Required Lunch Networking
Location: Exhibit Hall: The Connector
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
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Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
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Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall C1
12:30 PM – 12:50 PM
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Stage Show: WeFlip
12:30 PM – 12:50 PM
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Stage Show: WeFlip: Acrobatic Science by WeFlip Entertainment
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
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Seeding Action Meet-Up
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
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Seeding Action Meet-Up
Location: Exhibit Hall: The Gathering Spot
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM
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2175: A Youth-Created XR Game About Climate Futures
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM
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2175: A Youth-Created XR Game About Climate Futures
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
Session Leader:
Rae Ostman, PhD
– Arizona State University
Education and Events
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Addressing Community Priorities through Civic Engagement & Policymaking
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Addressing Community Priorities through Civic Engagement & Policymaking
Location: S103A
Session Leader:
Laura Bartock (she/her/hers)
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Britt Forsberg
– American Geophysical Union
Presenter:
Rich Jaworski
– Cable Natural History Museum
Community and Partnerships
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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AI ASAP: How to Amplify Existing Hands-On Activities to Start Sharing AI Concepts with Learners
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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AI ASAP: How to Amplify Existing Hands-On Activities to Start Sharing AI Concepts with Learners
Location: S103D
Session Leader:
Christina Leavell
– Arizona State University
Presenter:
Catherine McCarthy, Ph.D.
– Arizona State University
Presenter:
Darrell Porcello, Ph.D.
– Children's Creativity Museum
Presenter:
Keith Ostfeld
– Children's Museum of Houston
Presenter:
James Harold, Ph.D.
– Space Science Institute
Presenter:
Anne Holland
– Space Science Institute
Education and Events
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Bringing Informal STEM to Children from Underrepresented Groups Through Museum-Research Partnerships
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Bringing Informal STEM to Children from Underrepresented Groups Through Museum-Research Partnerships
Location: S103BC
Session Leader:
Timothy J. Hammond
– Children's Museum of Houston
Presenter:
Valerie P. Bambha, PhD
– Children's Learning Institute, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Presenter:
Rosario Martinez, M.Ed.
– YES Prep Southeast Elementary
Presenter:
Tricia A. Zucker, PhD
– UTHealth, Children's Learning Institute
Presenter:
Catherine Haden, PhD
– Loyola University Chicago
Presenter:
Bradley J. Morris
– Kent State University
Presenter:
Jacob Cason
– Cincinatti Museum Center
Presenter:
Diana Acosta
Presenter:
Natalie Bortoli
Community and Partnerships
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Cambio Ahead: Insights on How a Change Towards Equity Is a Change for Museums’ Future
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Cambio Ahead: Insights on How a Change Towards Equity Is a Change for Museums’ Future
Location: S102D
Session Leader:
Veronica Garcia-Luis, MA
– Exploratorium
Presenter:
Doug Carrion
– The Discovery
Presenter:
Rachel Herman
– Space Center Houston
Presenter:
Georgia Stolle-McAllister
– Museum of Science, Boston
Audience, Diversity, and Inclusion
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Four White Men Reflect on DEI
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Four White Men Reflect on DEI
Location: S102BC
Session Leader:
Andy R. Lloyd
– International Centre for Life
Presenter:
Tim Scott
– Eugene Science Center
Presenter:
Joe Imholte
– The Bakken Museum
Presenter:
Thomas C. Rockwell
– Exploratorium
Audience, Diversity, and Inclusion
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Lightning Session: Natural History
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Lightning Session: Natural History
Location: S106B
Presenter:
Adrian Smith, PhD
– North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Presenter:
Alberto L. Lopez Torres, M.Sc.
– Florida Museum of Natural HIstory
Presenter:
Laurie Giarratani (she/her/hers)
– Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Marina I. McDougall
– The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
Presenter:
Maurice D. Baynard
– The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
Lightning Session
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Mistakes WILL BE Made: Balancing Success, Failure, and Opportunity Cost in Experience Design and Beyond
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Mistakes WILL BE Made: Balancing Success, Failure, and Opportunity Cost in Experience Design and Beyond
Location: S105BC
Session Leader:
Christian Greer, Ed.D.
– Michigan Science Center
Presenter:
Sari Custer
– Arizona Science Center
Presenter:
Dana Schloss
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Adam Tobin
– Chabot Space & Science Center
Facility and Exhibit Design
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Planetary Health Efforts, Challenges, and Priorities: Insights from Seeding Action’s Institutional Self-Assessment
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Planetary Health Efforts, Challenges, and Priorities: Insights from Seeding Action’s Institutional Self-Assessment
Location: S102A
Session Leader:
Rose Hendricks, PhD
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Theresa A. Donofrio, PhD
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Trends and Innovation
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Robots to the Rescue: Leveraging AI-Driven Tools for Nonprofit Marketing & Fundraising
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Robots to the Rescue: Leveraging AI-Driven Tools for Nonprofit Marketing & Fundraising
Location: S105D
Session Leader:
Andi Graham
– Big Sea
Operations and Development
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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The Value and Values of Communities of Practice: Designing for Inclusion, Challenge, and Vulnerability
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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The Value and Values of Communities of Practice: Designing for Inclusion, Challenge, and Vulnerability
Location: S106A
Session Leader:
Ali Jackson, M.Ed
– Sciencenter
Presenter:
Alice Anderson
– The Forum for Youth Investment
Presenter:
Kal Mannis
– Arizona Science Center
Presenter:
Yesenia Pérez
– Space Telescope Science Institute
Presenter:
Erin Thelen
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Organizational Culture and Workforce
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Which Comes First? The Concept Deck or the Money? Tips for Hatching Your Capital Project
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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Which Comes First? The Concept Deck or the Money? Tips for Hatching Your Capital Project
Location: S105A
Session Leader:
John Shaw
– Museum EXP
Presenter:
Catherine Diaz
– Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Amanda King
– The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Presenter:
Sarah Cole
– Glazer Children's Museum
Presenter:
Steve Dubnik
– The Strong, National Museum of Play
Presenter:
Amber Strunk
Facility and Exhibit Design
1:50 PM – 2:05 PM
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Airborne Interactive: Elevating the Museum Experience with Spatial Computing
1:50 PM – 2:05 PM
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Airborne Interactive: Elevating the Museum Experience with Spatial Computing
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
Presenter:
Damon Dorsey
Session Leader:
Branden Apitz
– AYR Immersive
Facility and Exhibit Design
2:10 PM – 2:25 PM
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Astronomy Activities for Neurodiverse Youth
2:10 PM – 2:25 PM
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Astronomy Activities for Neurodiverse Youth
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
Session Leader:
Wendy Martin, PhD
– Education Development Center
Presenter:
Genevieve Ward-Wernet
– New York Hall of Science
Audience, Diversity, and Inclusion
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
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Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome (¡Y Accesibles Para Todos!)
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
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Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome (¡Y Accesibles Para Todos!)
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
Session Leader:
Jimmy Waldron, MA.Ed
– Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome (DWABA Inc.)
Presenter:
Nico Vargas
– Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome (DWABA Inc.)
Presenter:
Rose Maldonado
– Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome (DWABA Inc.)
Presenter:
Dean R. Lomax, PhD
– Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome (DWABA Inc.)
Education and Events
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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"Be proud!": Exhibit Design Guidance from Youth with Learning Disabilities
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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"Be proud!": Exhibit Design Guidance from Youth with Learning Disabilities
Location: S102D
Session Leader:
Sunewan Paneto
– Museum of Science, Boston
Presenter:
Rebecca Kipling
– Museum of Science, Boston
Presenter:
Calvin E. Uzelmeier, III, PhD
– Rochester Museum & Science Center
Presenter:
Samantha Daley, Dr.
– University of Rochester
Presenter:
Gabrielle R. Schlichtmann, EdD
– EdTogether Inc.
Audience, Diversity, and Inclusion
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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A Cornucopia of Stories About and Resources for Early Childhood Exhibits and Programs
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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A Cornucopia of Stories About and Resources for Early Childhood Exhibits and Programs
Location: S105D
Session Leader:
Barbara Punt
– Punt Consulting Group
Presenter:
Mariah J. Romaninsky
– The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
Presenter:
Catherine Diaz
– Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Andy R. Lloyd
– International Centre for Life
Presenter:
Allison Schwanebeck
– Science Center of Iowa
Presenter:
Janella Watson
– Watson Creative Consulting
Presenter:
Victoria Joslin
Trends and Innovation
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Collective Futures: Reimagining Museums and Science Centers in Partnership with Indigenous Youth
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Collective Futures: Reimagining Museums and Science Centers in Partnership with Indigenous Youth
Location: S103A
Session Leader:
Albeliza Perez
– American Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Ari Krakowski
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Marissa Gamliel
– Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Cristina Lara
– Chachalu Museum & Cultural Center
Presenter:
Vincent D. Medina
– Cafe Ohlone
Presenter:
Louis Trevino
– Cafe Ohlone
Presenter:
Auna Castellon
– Native American Youth and Family Center
Community and Partnerships
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Communicating to Inspire Hope and Action: Strategies and Exemplars for Planetary Health Content and Programs
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Inspiring Hope and Action for Planetary Health: Insights from Seeding Action and Caretakers of Wonder
Location: S103D
Session Leader:
Rose Hendricks, PhD
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Theresa A. Donofrio, PhD
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Brenda Baker
– Madison Children’s Museum
Presenter:
Amanda Strobel
Education and Events
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US CDT
Data-Driven Inquiry with Digitized Specimens: Exploring Methods and Strategies for Learning with Natural History Collections
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Data-Driven Inquiry with Digitized Specimens: Exploring Methods and Strategies for Learning with Natural History Collections
Location: S105A
Session Leader:
Madlyn Larson, M.Ed.
– Natural History Museum of Utah
Presenter:
McKenna Lane
– Natural History Museum of Utah
Presenter:
Kirsten Butcher, PhD
– University of Utah
Education and Events
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Discussion as a Method to Advance DEAI Efforts
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Discussion as a Method to Advance DEAI Efforts
Location: S102BC
Session Leader:
Joe Imholte
– The Bakken Museum
Presenter:
Demetrios Vital
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Presenter:
Gina Winstead
– Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh
Presenter:
Albert Ervin
– NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Audience, Diversity, and Inclusion
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US CDT
Keeping It Local: Advocating for Your Needs at the Local and State Levels
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US CDT
Keeping It Local: Advocating for Your Needs at the Local and State Levels
Location: S103BC
Session Leader:
Adam Fagen, PhD
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Tara MacDougall
– Discovery Center at Murfree Spring
Presenter:
Lisa Levine Urovitch
– Museum of Science
Presenter:
Charlie Walter
– Mayborn Museum
Presenter:
Kelly McKinley
– Bay Area Discovery Museum
Community and Partnerships
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Lightning Session: Teachers and Schools
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Lightning Session: Teachers and Schools
Location: S106B
Presenter:
John Sapida, MA
– American Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Kat Fancher
– Smithsonian Science Education Center
Presenter:
Katy Fattaleh, M.Ed
– Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Lauren Applebaum, PhD
– Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Manny Juarez
– Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Rex Babiera, MEd, MBA
– Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Wendy Taylor
– Discover Center Collective
Lightning Session
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Playful Leadership: Making Space for Focus AND Fun in Challenging Work Environments
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Playful Leadership: Making Space for Focus AND Fun in Challenging Work Environments
Location: S105BC
Session Leader:
Christian Greer, Ed.D.
– Michigan Science Center
Presenter:
Carol Tang, Ph.D., M.S.
– Children's Creativity Museum
Presenter:
Tifferney White
– Louisiana Children's Museum
Leadership and Direction
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US CDT
Succession Planning Workshop for Managers: Building a Diverse, Future-Ready Talent Pool of Candidates
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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Succession Planning Workshop for Managers: Building a Diverse, Future-Ready Talent Pool of Candidates
Location: S101AB
Session Leader:
Amanda Fisher
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Preeti Gupta
– American Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Stephanie Deschenes
– Canadian Association of Science Centres
Presenter:
Emilio Bautista
– New York Hall of Science
Leadership and Direction
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US CDT
The Longevity Blueprint: Exploring Experiential Depreciation and the Total Cost of Ownership of Exhibits
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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The Longevity Blueprint: Exploring Experiential Depreciation and the Total Cost of Ownership of Exhibits
Location: S102A
Session Leader:
CHRIS WILSON
– BRIDGEWATER STUDIO
Presenter:
Cynthia Brown
– Museum EXP
Presenter:
John S. Beckman
– BRIDGEWATER STUDIO
Presenter:
Michael Horvath
– Museum of Science, Boston
Facility and Exhibit Design
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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The Opportunity To Start From (Almost) Scratch: What Would You Do?
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
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The Opportunity To Start From (Almost) Scratch: What Would You Do?
Location: S106A
Session Leader:
Catherine Paisley
– Ontario Science Centre
Presenter:
Joseph Quiñones
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Presenter:
Lath Carlson
– Museum of the Future
Trends and Innovation
3:05 PM – 3:20 PM
US CDT
Escape the Backpack, Explore the Natural History Museum in a New Way!
3:05 PM – 3:20 PM
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Escape the Backpack, Explore the Natural History Museum in a New Way!
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
Session Leader:
Teresa MacDonald, PhD
– University of Kansas Natural History Museum
Presenter:
Anna Thanukos, PhD
– University of California Museum of Paleontology
Education and Events
3:25 PM – 3:40 PM
US CDT
Europa Prime: A STEM-Based Virtual Reality Experience and Other Digital Assets Co-Designed for Accessibility
3:25 PM – 3:40 PM
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Europa Prime: A STEM-Based Virtual Reality (VR) Experience and Other Digital Assets Co-Designed for Accessibility
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
Session Leader:
Teon Edwards
– TERC
Audience, Diversity, and Inclusion
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM
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Coffee Break
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM
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Coffee Break
Location: Gate 2 Lobby
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Designing Exhibits About AI: Reflections, Challenges, and Opportunities
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Designing Exhibits About AI: Reflections, Challenges, and Opportunities
Location: S103BC
Session Leader:
Ari Krakowski
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Eric Greenwald, PhD
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Duri L. Long, PhD
– Northwestern University
Presenter:
Jessica G
– Museum of Science, Boston
Presenter:
Lindsay Bartholomew
– MIT Museum
Education and Events
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Diversity and Inclusion in STEM Through Stories, Music, and Art
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Diversity and Inclusion in STEM Through Stories, Music, and Art
Location: S103D
Session Leader:
April A. Lanotte, MA
– NASA
Education and Events
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Exploring Culturally Sustaining STEM Partnerships: A Year-Long Workshop Series
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Exploring Culturally Sustaining STEM Partnerships: A Year-Long Workshop Series
Location: S102D
Session Leader:
Kelly A. Borden
– Adler Planetarium
Presenter:
Eli Tucker-Raymond
– Boston University
Presenter:
Claudia I. Jimenez
– Adler Planetarium
Presenter:
Abigail Accettura
– Shedd Aquarium
Community and Partnerships
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Exploring U.S. Federal Funding Opportunities
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Exploring U.S. Federal Funding Opportunities
Location: S105BC
Session Leader:
Adam Fagen, PhD
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Peter Fristedt
– National Endowment for the Humanities
Presenter:
Yang Zhou
– National Institutes of Health
Presenter:
Ellen McCallie
– National Science Foundation
Presenter:
Carrie McDougall
Presenter:
Amelia Chapman
– NASA
Presenter:
Katherine Maas
– Institute of Museum and Library Services
Operations and Development
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Got Diversity? What’s Next?
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Got Diversity? What’s Next?
Location: S102A
Session Leader:
Carol Tang, Ph.D., M.S.
– Children's Creativity Museum
Presenter:
Laura Migus
– Institute of Museum and Library Services
Presenter:
Darryl N. Williams, PhD
– The Franklin Institute
Presenter:
Aragon Burlingham
Presenter:
Bernadette Chi, PhD
Audience, Diversity, and Inclusion
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Learning from Adventure Playgrounds: Creating Safe Spaces for Risky Play in a Variety of Venues
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Learning from Adventure Playgrounds: Creating Safe Spaces for Risky Play in a Variety of Venues
Location: S105A
Presenter:
Greg H. Belew
– Hands On! Studio
Presenter:
Devon Hamilton, PhD
– Blue Rhino Design
Presenter:
Zack Anderson
– TELUS Spark
Presenter:
Joseph O'Connell
– Creative Machines Inc.
Presenter:
adam bienenstock, MBA, Dip. Hort.
– Bienenstock
Presenter:
Thea Van Gorp, MA
– Bisbee Science Lab
Presenter:
Michele Kelber
– Junkyard Social Club
Facility and Exhibit Design
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Leveraging Partnerships for Research and Learning at Two U.S. Fossil Sites
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Leveraging Partnerships for Research and Learning at Two U.S. Fossil Sites
Location: S103A
Session Leader:
Dale McCreedy, PhD
– Hands On! Discovery Center
Presenter:
Charlie Walter
– Mayborn Museum
Presenter:
Blaine W. Schubert, PhD, MS, BA
– ETSU Center of Excellence in Paleontology
Presenter:
Lindsey T. Yann, Ph.D., PhD
– Waco Mammoth National Monument
Community and Partnerships
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Lightning Session: Learning Through Evaluation
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Lightning Session: Learning Through Evaluation
Location: S106B
Presenter:
Laura Blanton
– Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
Presenter:
Julia Orr
– Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
Presenter:
Karen Hammerness, Ph.D.
– American Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Jessica Sickler
– J. Sickler Consulting
Presenter:
Lynne Zummo, PhD
– Natural History Museum of Utah
Presenter:
Hope E. Gillespie, MA
– Carnegie Science Center
Lightning Session
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Making Space to Explore Mental Health & Humanity Content in Your Science Center
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Making Space to Explore Mental Health & Humanity Content in Your Science Center
Location: S102BC
Session Leader:
Elizabeth Fleming
– Roto
Presenter:
Heather M. Norton
– Discovery Place
Presenter:
Starr A. Peters
– Kentucky Science Center
Presenter:
Mellisa A. Blankenship
– Kentucky Science Center
Presenter:
Uri Griner
– SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC)
Presenter:
Devon Hamilton, PhD
– Blue Rhino Design
Audience, Diversity, and Inclusion
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Swipe Right on Research Practitioner Partnerships: How to Find "the One" for You
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
Swipe Right on Research Practitioner Partnerships: How to Find "The One" for You
Location: S106A
Presenter:
Rachel Garcia
– Ohio University
Session Leader:
Tarah Connolly
– University of Wisconsin-Madison
Presenter:
Alexandria Muller
– University of California, Santa Barbara
Presenter:
Megan Goeke
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Trends and Innovation
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
The Challenges of Science Museums in Latin America
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US CDT
The Challenges of Science Museums in Latin America
Location: S105D
Session Leader:
Luisa Massarani, PhD
– Brazilian Institute of Public Communication of Science and Technology
Presenter:
Andres Roldan
Presenter:
Pamela Napoles
Trends and Innovation
4:20 PM – 4:35 PM
US CDT
Scissors to Power Drills: Empowering Young Children Through Tool Use
4:20 PM – 4:35 PM
US CDT
Scissors to Power Drills: Empowering Young Children Through Tool Use
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
Session Leader:
Kim Koin
– Chicago Children's Museum
Presenter:
Elijah Cox
– Chicago Children's Museum
Education and Events
4:40 PM – 4:55 PM
US CDT
Supporting Young Learners with Brain Science
4:40 PM – 4:55 PM
US CDT
Supporting Young Learners with Brain Science
Location: Exhibit Hall: Stage
Session Leader:
Marie Baeta, MA
– Institute for Learning and Brain Science
Education and Events
5:15 PM – 6:00 PM
US CDT
Gateway to Chicago Social in the Exhibit Hall
5:15 PM – 6:00 PM
US CDT
Gateway to Chicago Social in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Hall C1
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
US CDT
Explore Chicago Activities
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
US CDT
Explore Chicago Activities
Location: Offsite
