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Friday, October 6, 2023
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Registration
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Registration
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Concourse C
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
US EST
Cardboard City Collaborative: A Scalable Toolbox for Developing Community Informed Maker Experiences
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Cardboard City Collaborative: A Scalable Toolbox for Developing Community Informed Maker Experiences
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219D
Session Leader:
Marjorie Bequette
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Presenter:
Laura Geake
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Presenter:
Robby Callahan Schreiber
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Presenter:
Sarah Lukwoski
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Presenter:
Bradley Gray
– Science Mill
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Facilitating Playful STEM: Unpacking Exhibit Elements That Support Meaningful STEM Rich Play for Young Children
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Facilitating Playful STEM: Unpacking Exhibit Elements That Support Meaningful STEM Rich Play for Young Children
Location: Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville, Meeting Room / Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville
Session Leader:
Kelly Hoke
– Oregon State University STEM Research Center
Presenter:
Jen Rehkamp
– Association of Children's Museums
Presenter:
Blythe Romano
– Association of Children's Museums
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Tinkering Together: Engaging Diverse Youth and Families in Creating with Code
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Tinkering Together: Engaging Diverse Youth and Families in Creating with Code
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219BC
Session Leader:
Celeste Moreno
– University of Colorado Boulder
Presenter:
Rupal Jain
– MIT Museum
Presenter:
Steph Muscat
– Exploratorium
Presenter:
Michael Wong
– Exploratorium
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Empowering Informal Educators to Support Learners during Moments of Struggle in Making and Tinkering Activities
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Empowering Informal Educators to Support Learners during Moments of Struggle in Making and Tinkering Activities
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Claire Fowler
– The Tech Interactive
Presenter:
Meg Benedetti
– Scott Family Amazeum
Presenter:
Justin Spencer
– The Bakken Museum
Presenter:
Katherine Price
– Montshire Museum of Science
Presenter:
Dena De La Paz
– Thinkery
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Creating Effective and Authentic Science Events: Exploring Careers and STEM with Ease
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Creating Effective and Authentic Science Events: Exploring Careers and STEM with Ease
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E216
Session Leader:
Bethany Kenyon
– BioNetwork
Presenter:
Courtney Berhle
– BioNetwork
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Building Bridges to the Future: Leadership Challenges of Today and Tomorrow
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Building Bridges to the Future: Leadership Challenges of Today and Tomorrow
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Christian Greer
– Michigan Science Center
Presenter:
Heather Norton
– Discovery Place
Presenter:
Charles Trautmann
– Trautmann & Associates
Presenter:
Andrea Harp
– Michigan Science Center
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Navigation and Networking Gathering
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Navigation and Networking Gathering
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E221B
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
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Preconference Meet-ups
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
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Preconference Meet-ups
Location: Offsite, Offsite
Saturday, October 7, 2023
7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
US EST
Registration
7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
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Registration
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Concourse C
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: Charlotte Convention Center, Pre-Function Ballroom 1
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Opening Plenary Session
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Opening Plenary Session
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Richardson Ballroom
Keynote:
Jedidah Isler (she/her/hers)
11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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Exhibit Hall Open
11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C
11:30 AM – 11:50 AM
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Curious Minds: Science Trivia with Scitech and Imagine Exhibitions
11:30 AM – 11:50 AM
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Curious Minds: Science Trivia with Scitech and Imagine Exhibitions
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Presenter:
John Chappell
– Scitech
Presenter:
Megan O'Sullivan
– Scitech
Stage Show
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
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Chief Executives and Trustees Luncheon - By Invitation Only
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
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Chief Executives and Trustees Luncheon - By Invitation Only
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, W207ABC
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Code-switching Not Required
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Code-switching Not Required
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall C/Booth #109
Presenter:
Melissa Ballard (she/her/hers)
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Naomi Wallace
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Kelly Tang
– ASTC
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Lunch in Exhibit Hall
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C
12:10 PM – 12:30 PM
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Retail Responsibly
12:10 PM – 12:30 PM
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Retail Responsibly
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Ryan Schraffenberger
– Promotions Guy
Stage Show
12:45 PM – 1:05 PM
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H. Facetious Speaks: A Science-Flavored Stand-up Session
12:45 PM – 1:05 PM
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H. Facetious Speaks: A Science-Flavored Stand-up Session
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Robert Mac
Stage Show
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM
US EST
Centering Inquiry and Student Voice in Informal STEM Learning Spaces through Microscopy
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM
US EST
Centering Inquiry and Student Voice in Informal STEM Learning Spaces through Microscopy
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Ashley Pirovano
– BioBus Inc
Presenter:
Robert Frawley
– BioBus Inc
Presenter:
Marina Delgado
– BioBus Inc
Presenter:
Grace Avecilla
– BioBus Inc
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
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Choose Your Own Eclipse Adventure!
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
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Choose Your Own Eclipse Adventure!
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E221A
Session Leader:
Carolyn Ng
– NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Presenter:
Catherine McCarthy
– NISE Network
Presenter:
Anne Holland
– Space Science Institute
Presenter:
James Harold
– Space Science Institute
Presenter:
Laura Peticolas
– Sonoma State University
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
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Community Science through Civic Engagement: Lessons Learned from the Field
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
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Community Science through Civic Engagement: Lessons Learned from the Field
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219BC
Session Leader:
Laura Bartock (she/her/hers)
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Max Cawley
– Museum of Life and Science
Presenter:
Megan Roselli
– Da Vinci Science Center
Presenter:
Ortal Ullman
– Union of Concerned Scientists
External Groups and Collaborators
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Equipping Your Team to Deliver Exceptional Guest Service
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Equipping Your Team to Deliver Exceptional Guest Service
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220AB
Session Leader:
Hardin Engelhardt
– Marbles Kids Museum
Presenter:
Cori Thompson
– Sciencenter
Presenter:
Imani Cumberbatch
– Marbles Kids Museum
Presenter:
Keith Ostfeld
– Children's Museum Houston
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
From Assessment to Accountability: Navigating the Twists and Turns of Your Museum's Racial Equity Journey
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
From Assessment to Accountability: Navigating the Twists and Turns of Your Museum's Racial Equity Journey
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E217
Session Leader:
Karlisa Callwood
Presenter:
Alison Campbell
– University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Joe Imholte
– The Bakken Museum
Presenter:
Timothy Rhue
– Space Telescope Science Institute
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Getting the Outdoors Out There: Open Space and Virtual Workshop Models for STEM Education
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Getting the Outdoors Out There: Open Space and Virtual Workshop Models for STEM Education
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220CD
Session Leader:
Alicia Borrego
– New Mexico Association for the Education of Young Children
Presenter:
Jessica Sapunar-Jursich
Presenter:
Tara Henderson
– Explora
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Leaning into Value: Measuring and Monetizing Visitor Experiences
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
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Leaning into Value: Measuring and Monetizing Visitor Experiences
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219D
Session Leader:
Mikko Myllykoski
– Heureka, the Finnish Science Centre
Presenter:
John Falk
– Institute for Learning Innovation
Presenter:
Jonna Tamminen
Presenter:
Liza Herzog
Presenter:
Tracy Kennan
Leadership
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Success in Using STEM Concepts Contextualized for Indigenous-Based Science Centers
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Success in Using STEM Concepts Contextualized for Indigenous-Based Science Centers
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Alakai Aglipay
– Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture
Presenter:
Kaulana Eli
– Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
The STEM Museum Pipeline: A Collaborative Approach
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
The STEM Museum Pipeline: A Collaborative Approach
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Thea Van Gorp
– Bisbee Science Exploration & Research Center
Presenter:
Jacquelyn Esteves
– Bisbee Science Exploration & Research Center
Advancement, Partnerships, and Fundraising
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Workforce Trends in Science Centers and Museums
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Workforce Trends in Science Centers and Museums
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220EF
Session Leader:
Jen Rehkamp
– Association of Children's Museums
Presenter:
Melissa Ballard (she/her/hers)
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
You Belong Here: A New Model for Membership That Grows Equity, Inclusion, and Revenue
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
You Belong Here: A New Model for Membership That Grows Equity, Inclusion, and Revenue
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E216
Session Leader:
Silva Raker
– Kiewit Luminarium
Presenter:
Emily Mwaja
Presenter:
Julie DeWitt
– Kiewit Luminarium
Presenter:
Sirisha Sualy
– Kiewit Luminarium
Presenter:
Tom Rockwell
– Exploratorium
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Lightning Talk – Exploring Beyond the Walls: Enhancing Learning through Museum Field Trips and Professional Development
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Engaging the Youngest Learners in STEM
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Brenna Chambers
– Arizona Science Center
Presenter:
Heather Burton
– Arizona Science Center
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Virtual Field Trips: An Approach through Immersive Technology
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Emilse Alvarado
– Adler Planetarium
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Designing Themed Hands-on Experiences for School Group Visits to a Small Science & History Museum
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Mel Strong
– Bradbury Science Museum, Los Alamos National Laboratory
Presenter:
Chelsea Redman
– Bradbury Science Museum, Los Alamos National Laboratory
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Building a Mutually Beneficial Teacher Advisory Group: It's All about the Relationships
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Sarah Smail
– The Adler Planetarium
External Groups and Collaborators
Lightning Talk
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
US EST
Focus on Field Trips: Trying a School Group Only Operating Mode
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Sarah Smail
– The Adler Planetarium
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
Lightning Talk
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Talk About It: Navigating the Twists and Turns of Your Museum's Racial Equity Journey
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Talk About It: Navigating the Twists and Turns of Your Museum's Racial Equity Journey
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall C/Booth #109
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
US EST
The Power of the Paper Airplane: Tradition, Creativity, Control, Energy and Beauty
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
US EST
The Power of the Paper Airplane: Tradition, Creativity, Control, Energy and Beauty
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Michelle McMahon
– Wings Over the Rockies
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
A Path Forward WITH Community: Innovative Models for Ambassador Programs in STEAM Focused Institutions
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
A Path Forward WITH Community: Innovative Models for Ambassador Programs in STEAM Focused Institutions
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E221A
Session Leader:
LeKeisha Harding
– Thinkery
Presenter:
Derrick Pitts
– The Franklin Institute
Presenter:
Daniel Schneiderman
– Rochester Museum & Science Center
Presenter:
Dennis Schatz
– Pacific Science Center
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Activating on Empty: Low Costs? Low Resources? Strategies for Creating High Impact Design Experiences
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Activating on Empty: Low Costs? Low Resources? Strategies for Creating High Impact Design Experiences
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E216
Session Leader:
Uri Griner
– SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC)
Presenter:
Alex Greenwald
– Thinkery
Presenter:
Lynnsey Childress
– Discovery Lab
Presenter:
Mindy Porter
– Scott Family Amazeum
Presenter:
Tara Henderson
– Explora
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Always Practice, Never Perfect: Internally Focused DEIA Practices to Boost Employee Engagement
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Always Practice, Never Perfect: Internally Focused DEIA Practices to Boost Employee Engagement
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220EF
Session Leader:
Amy Sailor
– Connecticut Science Center
Presenter:
Aoife Ryle
– Connecticut Science Center
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Beyond a Field Trip: Building Meaningful Partnerships with Schools for a More Impactful Experience
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Beyond a Field Trip: Building Meaningful Partnerships with Schools for a More Impactful Experience
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E217
Session Leader:
Tomara Gee
– Museum of Life and Science
Presenter:
Amanda Bowers
– Durham Public Schools
Presenter:
Carla Knight
– Manchester Academic Charter School
Presenter:
Khalillah Shabazz
– Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Presenter:
Stepheny Hine-Laverack
– Museum of Life and Science
External Groups and Collaborators
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Co-designing Making and Tinkering Experiences with Rural and Tribal Community Advisory Groups
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Co-designing Making and Tinkering Experiences with Rural and Tribal Community Advisory Groups
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220AB
Session Leader:
Nicholos Wethington
– spectrUM Discovery Area
Presenter:
Caitlin Ervin
– spectrUM Discovery Area
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Exploring U.S. Federal Funding Opportunities
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Exploring U.S. Federal Funding Opportunities
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E218
Session Leader:
Adam Fagen
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Helen Wechsler
Presenter:
Amelia Chapman
– Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Presenter:
Carrie McDougall
Presenter:
Ellen McCallie
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Sequencing the DNA of a Successful Volunteer Program
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Sequencing the DNA of a Successful Volunteer Program
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Gwendolen Nystrom
– Pavek Museum
Presenter:
Kelly Gascoine
– Carnegie Science Center
Presenter:
Lauren Shalek
– Moonshot Museum
Presenter:
Zach Lynn
– Orlando Science Center
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
The Science of Museum Security: How to Balance Visitor Experience, Protection and Safety
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
The Science of Museum Security: How to Balance Visitor Experience, Protection and Safety
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220CD
Session Leader:
Daniel Bateman
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Bret Malamucki
– Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Presenter:
Dana Frentz
– Protus3
Presenter:
Dan Streelman
– Discovery Place
Presenter:
Stacy Stephens
– Knightscope, Inc.
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Walking Each Other Home: Building trust between Tribal Nations and Museums
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM
US EST
Walking Each Other Home: Building trust between Tribal Nations and Museums
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Cheryl Donaldson Moses
– Fort Collings Museum of Discovery
Presenter:
Jae Anderson
– Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
Presenter:
Jordan Dresser
– Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
Presenter:
Shannon Quist
– Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
Presenter:
Laura Valdez
– Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
External Groups and Collaborators
3:45 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Networking and Snack Break in the Exhibit Hall
3:45 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Networking and Snack Break in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C
4:00 PM – 4:20 PM
US EST
Science, Engineering, & Art: A Juggler’s Perspective
4:00 PM – 4:20 PM
US EST
Science, Engineering, & Art: A Juggler’s Perspective
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Greg Kennedy
– Innovative Juggler
Stage Show
4:25 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Afternoon Cool Down with Cheri
4:25 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Afternoon Cool Down with Cheri
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Count Me In: Engaging Children, Teens and Caregivers with Math in Museums, Homes and Classrooms
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Count Me In: Engaging Children, Teens and Caregivers with Math in Museums, Homes and Classrooms
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219D
Session Leader:
Maxwell Watson
– GrowingGreat
Presenter:
Cindy Lawrence
– National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath
Presenter:
Lauren Patrick
– Saint Louis Science Center
Presenter:
Rachel Fidler
– Natural History Museums of Los Angeles
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Cross-Pollination: Taking the Best from Other Disciplines and Applying It to Our Work
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Cross-Pollination: Taking the Best from Other Disciplines and Applying It to Our Work
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E216
Session Leader:
Anna Musun-Miller
– Canopy Strategic Partners
Presenter:
Caitlin Ervin
– spectrUM Discovery Area
Presenter:
Glenn Dobrogosz
– Greensboro Science Center
Presenter:
Kristin Thoroman
– Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Presenter:
Richard Glover
External Groups and Collaborators
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Exhibits' Debates: The UPS and Downs of Hands-on Exhibits
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Exhibits' Debates: The UPS and Downs of Hands-on Exhibits
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Daniel Guyton
– Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Anne Fullenkamp
– Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Presenter:
Cynthia Brown
– Museum EXP
Presenter:
Dana Schloss
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Erik Smith
– National Children's Museum
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
House of Commons 2023: Let the Lively Debates Begin!
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
House of Commons 2023: Let the Lively Debates Begin!
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219BC
Session Leader:
Mikko Myllykoski
– Heureka, the Finnish Science Centre
Presenter:
Kathy Gustafson-Hilton
– Hands On! Studio
Leadership
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
How Wondering and Learning Go Hand in Hand: Practicing the Teachings from Mister Rogers
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
How Wondering and Learning Go Hand in Hand: Practicing the Teachings from Mister Rogers
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220AB
Session Leader:
Shihadah Saleem
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Jaclyn Carmichael
– Discovery Partners Institute
Presenter:
Jen Elliott
– Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Presenter:
Laahiri Chalasani
– Children's Science Center
Presenter:
Sarah Irizarry
– North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Leading People and Performance
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Leading People and Performance
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220EF
Session Leader:
Stephanie Deschenes
– Canadian Association of Science Centres
Presenter:
Sarah Curtis
– The Works Museum
Presenter:
Joe Imholte
– The Bakken Museum
Leadership
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
New Strategies to Engage Communities with Science Contributing for Awareness, Understanding and Trust in Science
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
New Strategies to Engage Communities with Science Contributing for Awareness, Understanding and Trust in Science
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Gail Lord
– Lord Cultural Resources
Presenter:
Rosalia Vargas
– Pavilion of Knowledge-Ciencia Viva
Presenter:
Tiffany Lyons
– Lord Cultural Resources
Presenter:
Frederic Bertley
– COSI
External Groups and Collaborators
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
The Museum-Wide Circuit: Connecting Powerful Guest Experience and Team Culture
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
The Museum-Wide Circuit: Connecting Powerful Guest Experience and Team Culture
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E217
Session Leader:
Kimberly Kay
– Scott Family Amazeum
Presenter:
Coby Anderson
– Scott Family Amazeum
Presenter:
Meg Benedetti
– Scott Family Amazeum
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Lightning Talk – The Power Trio: Enhancing Museums through Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
A Case Study on Digital-Based Visitor Evaluation System in the Gwacheon National Science Museum
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Chunik Jo
– Gwacheon National Science Museum
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
Lightning Talk
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Constellation: Free and Open-Source Exhibit Software
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Morgan Rehnberg
– Adventure Science Center
Presenter:
Douglas Roberts
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Lightning Talk
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Rising Strong: Building an Effective Communication Method
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Halah Murtada
– Mishkat Interactive Center for Atomic & Renewable Energy
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
Lightning Talk
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Organizational Restructuring to Better Deliver on Mission and Vision
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Paul Kortenaar
– Ontario Science Centre
Presenter:
Catherine Paisley
– Ontario Science Centre
Leadership
Lightning Talk
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
A Million Reasons Why You Should Reimagine Your Gift Shop
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Kayley Evans
– TELUS Spark
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
Lightning Talk
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
US EST
Celebrating ASTC's 50th Anniversary
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
US EST
Celebrating ASTC's 50th Anniversary
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Ballroom Terrace
Sunday, October 8, 2023
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Registration
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
US EST
Registration
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Concourse C
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
US EST
Morning Stretch with Cheri
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
US EST
Morning Stretch with Cheri
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
US EST
Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
US EST
Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
US EST
Youth Civic Engagement and STEM Meet-up
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
US EST
Youth Civic Engagement and STEM Meet-up
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E221A
Presenter:
Anita Krishnamurthi
– Afterschool Alliance
Presenter:
Jen Kretser
– The Wild Center
Presenter:
Shihadah Saleem
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Laura Lerman
– California Academy of Sciences
Presenter:
Priya Mohabir
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Joseph Adamji
– Science Museum of Minnesota
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
US EST
Engage and Fun in the Exhibit Hall
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
US EST
Engage and Fun in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Exhibit Hall Open
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Exhibit Hall Open
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C
9:30 AM – 9:50 AM
US EST
Science, Engineering, & Art: A Juggler’s Perspective
9:30 AM – 9:50 AM
US EST
Science, Engineering, & Art: A Juggler’s Perspective
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Greg Kennedy
– Innovative Juggler
Stage Show
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM
US EST
Environmental Justice for All
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM
US EST
Environmental Justice for All
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Heather Brent
– TreesCharlotte
Stage Show
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
US EST
Increasing Youth STEM Engagement through Community Collaboration
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
US EST
Increasing Youth STEM Engagement through Community Collaboration
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Karen Peterson
– National Girls Collaborative Project
Presenter:
Shihadah Saleem
– New York Hall of Science
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Effective Communication in the Museum Space: Understanding Funds of Knowledge
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Effective Communication in the Museum Space: Understanding Funds of Knowledge
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219D
Session Leader:
Marci Howdyshell
– COSI
Presenter:
Cecile McKee
– University of Arizona
Presenter:
Laura Wagner
– Ohio State University
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Empowering Youth in Climate Action: From Civic-Engagement and Leadership to Sustainable and Climate-Ready Careers
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Empowering Youth in Climate Action: From Civic-Engagement and Leadership to Sustainable and Climate-Ready Careers
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220AB
Session Leader:
Jen Kretser
– The Wild Center
Presenter:
Grace Schmidt
– Science North
Presenter:
Lance Cutrer
– Museum and Discovery and Science
Presenter:
Lynn Cross
– North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Presenter:
Sarah States
– Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Experiencing Space: Personal Interactions with Space Science for the Blind and Visually Impaired
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Experiencing Space: Personal Interactions with Space Science for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E217
Session Leader:
Elaine Thatcher
– Tactile Images
Presenter:
Janet LaBreck
– Synergy Consulting Partners
Presenter:
Timothy Rhue
– Space Telescope Science Institute
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Science Center and Museum Professionals
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Science Center and Museum Professionals
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220CD
Session Leader:
Chip Lindsey
– Discovery Lab
Presenter:
Nor Oropez
– California Science Center
Presenter:
HP Newquist
– The Relayer Group
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Is This Made for Me? Learning about Exhibit Design from Youth with Learning Disabilities
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Is This Made for Me? Learning about Exhibit Design from Youth with Learning Disabilities
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E216
Session Leader:
Sunewan Chunhasuwan Paneto
– Museum of Science
Presenter:
Calvin Uzelmeier
– Rochester Museum & Science Center
Presenter:
Gabrielle Rappolt-Schlichtmann
– EdTogether
Presenter:
Samantha Daley
– University of Rochester
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Metrics That Matter and Strategies for Success
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Metrics That Matter and Strategies for Success
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219BC
Session Leader:
John Morey
– Morey Consulting
Presenter:
Amanda Taunt
– Great Lakes Science Center
Presenter:
Joseph Quinones
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Presenter:
Marjorie Bequette
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Taking Action Towards Net Zero
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Taking Action Towards Net Zero
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Jessica Hall
– Science North
Presenter:
Felicity Sylvester
– Natural History Museum, London
Presenter:
Kerri Ziemann
– The Wild Center
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Telling Your Story (or Why Advocacy is Not a Four-Letter Word)
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Telling Your Story (or Why Advocacy is Not a Four-Letter Word)
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Adam Fagen
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Tara MacDougall
Presenter:
Lisa Levine Urovitch
– Museum of Science
Presenter:
Kalie Sacco
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Lara Litchfield-Kimber
External Groups and Collaborators
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Lightning Talk – From Exclusion to Empowerment: Transforming Museums for Diverse and Inclusive Audiences, Room XXX
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Neighborhood Explorers: Building and Strengthening Community Partnerships through Nature and STEAM
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Zahraa Aljebori
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Hearing but Not Listening: Re-Imagining Community Engagement in Museum Collections
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Jennings Mergenthal
– Science Museum of Minnesota
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Lightning Talk
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Supporting Black Scholars in STEAM: Confronting Equity Issues While Supporting Students to Develop STEAM Identities
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Tara Henderson, MA
– Explora
Presenter:
Sheldon Hamilton
– Explora
Presenter:
Lyric Ellison
– Explora
Presenter:
Amon Haruta
– Explora
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Addressing Inequity in Science Centre Access
Location: E218
Session Leader:
John Chappell
– Scitech
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Lightning Talk
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
"Soy Un Dinosaurio" Engaging Your Local Community through Spanish and Bilingual Programing
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Efrain Tejada
– National Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Nicole Webster
– National Museum of Natural History
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Planning Inclusively: Building Capacity for Inclusive Autism Spectrum Experiences
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Monae Verbeke
– Institute for Learning Innovation
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Lightning Talk
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
US EST
ASTC Passport Program Listening Session
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
US EST
ASTC Passport Program Listening Session
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall C/Booth #109
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
US EST
Alan J. Friedman Science Center Luncheon
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
US EST
Alan J. Friedman Science Center Luncheon
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Richardson Ballroom
Keynote:
Alondra Nelson
Keynote:
Divya Siddarth
Keynote:
Tim Ritchie
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Robotics for all: Maximize Accessibility to STEM with Robotics Programs
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Robotics for all: Maximize Accessibility to STEM with Robotics Programs
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Exhibit Hall Stage
Session Leader:
Sarah FitzHenry
– Bird Brain Technologies
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Changing World, Changing Audiences: Responding to Global Trends
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Changing World, Changing Audiences: Responding to Global Trends
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220EF
Session Leader:
Linda Conlon
– International Centre for Life
Presenter:
Andrés Roldán
– Parque Explora
Presenter:
Naomi Wallace
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Leadership
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Creating Relevance: A New Life for Old Exhibits
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Creating Relevance: A New Life for Old Exhibits
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E216
Session Leader:
Lucas Fredericks
– Sciencenter
Presenter:
Kate Curto
– New York Hall of Science
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
CRM SOS: Saving Science Centers from Chaos, One System at a Time
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
CRM SOS: Saving Science Centers from Chaos, One System at a Time
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Kalie Sacco
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Tony Millet
– Natural History Museum of Utah
Presenter:
Ray Giang
– MR-ProFun
Presenter:
Amy Shearer
– Philadelphia Zoo
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
How to Be a Better Client and Get the Most Out of Creative Partnerships
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
How to Be a Better Client and Get the Most Out of Creative Partnerships
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219BC
Session Leader:
Barbara Punt
– Punt Consulting Group
Presenter:
Ashley Larose
– Science North
Presenter:
Greg Belew
– Hands On! Studio
Presenter:
Uri Griner
– SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC)
Leadership
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Is Climate Change Rocket Science? Interactive Ways to Empower Everyone as a Climate Change Ambassador
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Is Climate Change Rocket Science? Interactive Ways to Empower Everyone as a Climate Change Ambassador
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220CD
Session Leader:
Ruth Kimani
– Fun & Education Global Network
Presenter:
Daniel Karanja Ndungu
– Fun & Education Global Network
Presenter:
Kenneth Monjero
– Science Centre Kenya
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Making Together: Using Making to Mediate Meetings and Build Connections
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Making Together: Using Making to Mediate Meetings and Build Connections
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219D
Session Leader:
Bradley Gray
– Science Mill
Presenter:
Jeff Wheatcraft
– Science Mill
Presenter:
Jessica Gillespie
– Science Mill
Presenter:
Sarah Lukwoski
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Not Just a Mountain Lion: Respecting the Cultural and Scientific Legacy of P-22 (Puma-22)
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Not Just a Mountain Lion: Respecting the Cultural and Scientific Legacy of P-22 (Puma-22)
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Miguel Ordeñana
– Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County
Presenter:
Amy Gusick
– Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County
Presenter:
Lori Bettison-Varga
– Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County
Presenter:
Gabrielle Crowe
– Gabrielino-Shoshone Tribal Council of Southern California
Moderator:
Milena Acosta
External Groups and Collaborators
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Public Perspectives on Science and Engagement in the U.S. and Canada: Understanding the Roles of Trust, Joy, and Identity
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Public Perspectives on Science and Engagement in the U.S. and Canada: Understanding the Roles of Trust, Joy, and Identity
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220AB
Session Leader:
Rose Hendricks
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Eve Klein
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Jamie Bell
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Magda Byma
– Canadian Association of Science Centres
Presenter:
Amanda Fruci
– Canadian Association of Science Centres
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Relationships, Relevance, and Reciprocity: Shifting Our Institutional Perspectives Using a Connected Learning Ecosystems Framework
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Relationships, Relevance, and Reciprocity: Shifting Our Institutional Perspectives Using a Connected Learning Ecosystems Framework
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E217
Session Leader:
Sarah VanDenbergh
– Gulf of Maine Research Institute
Presenter:
Alexandra Jackson
– Sciencenter
Presenter:
Nina Ridhibhinyo
– ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
Presenter:
Rae Ostman
– Arizona State University - Center for Innovation in Informal STEM Learning
Presenter:
Kerri Ziemann
– The Wild Center
External Groups and Collaborators
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Lightning Talk – From Static to Interactive: Revolutionizing Museum Exhibits with Innovative Technology
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Visitor Experience with the Science Facilitator
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Majd Albosaily
– Mishkat Interactive Center for Atomic & Renewable Energy
Presenter:
Faris Alahmari
– Mishkat Interactive Center for Atomic & Renewable Energy
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Lightning Talk
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
Discovery Place Nature's "One Nature" Presents Stories of Nature with and through the Human Perspective
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Michael Burns
– Quatrefoil Associates
Presenter:
Gabor Zsuppan
– Discovery Place
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Lightning Talk
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
US EST
When Worlds Collide: Creating an Interactive Exhibit That Blends Science with History and Culture
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Darcie Roten
– Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Lightning Talk
3:15 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Networking in the Exhibit Hall
3:15 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Networking in the Exhibit Hall
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C
3:20 PM – 4:00 PM
US EST
Beer - 4 Ingredients to Building Successful Events
3:20 PM – 4:00 PM
US EST
Beer - 4 Ingredients to Building Successful Events
Location: Exhibit Hall Stage
Presenter:
Jeremy Selan
Presenter:
Chad White
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Backyard Project: Our Community Designs a Regenerative Learning Ecosystem
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Backyard Project: Our Community Designs a Regenerative Learning Ecosystem
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Thea Van Gorp
– Bisbee Science Exploration & Research Center
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Facing the Future: Sharing our Collective Work & Engagement on Climate Change Share Fair
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Facing the Future: Sharing our Collective Work & Engagement on Climate Change Share Fair
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C
Session Leader:
Jen Kretser
– The Wild Center
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Poster Palooza in the Exhibit Hall
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Feeling STEAM: Harnessing Emotion to Support Connections to Science in Informal Settings
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Laura Conner
– University of Alaska
Presenter:
Perrin Teal-Sullivan
– University of Alaska Fairbanks
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
NASA Resources for You!
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Amelia Chapman
– Jet Propulsion Laboratory
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Survey for Assessing Science Museum Educators' Levels of Self-Efficacy for Teaching
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Megan Ennes
– Florida Museum of Natural History
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Creating Design Challenge Exhibits: Approaches, Tips and Techniques for Exhibit Developers
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Scott Randol
– Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Project Discovery: Deep Collaboration with a School District for Large Scale Programming
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Jennifer Roe
– Imagination Station, Toledo
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Internal Assessment and Capacity Building for Translation & Interpretation at the Tech Interactive
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Lisa Incatasciato
– The Tech Interactive
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Development of Natural History Exhibition to Enhance Observation Experience Using Digital Media
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Kisang Kim
– Gwacheon National Science Museum
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
The Road Towards Building a Science Museum: An Experimental Site and First Space
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Paola De Ruidias
– MuCi: Museo de Ciencias
Presenter:
Dave Peery
– MuCi: Museo de Ciencias
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Thriving Together: Connecting Environmental Science and Spoken-Word Poetry
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
D'Nae Hearn
– Detroit Zoological Society
Presenter:
Nadia Thompson
– Detroit Zoological Society
Presenter:
Alise Alousi
– Inside Out Literary Arts
Presenter:
Suzanne Honda
– Inside Out Literary Arts
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
STaR- Science Teacher Residency Professional Development Outcomes
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Brenna Chambers
– Arizona Science Center
Presenter:
Jennifer Petersen
– Arizona Science Center
Presenter:
Judith Lozoya
– Arizona Science Center
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Appreciating Discomfort: Making Room for Conversations about Racism
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Bhavleen Kaur
– Ontario Science Centre
Presenter:
Walter Stoddard
– Ontario Science Centre
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Elevating Curiosity: Growing from a Small to Medium-Sized Science Center through a Capital Campaign
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Rob Reed
– Lancaster Science Factory
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Dinosaurs of Antarctica: A Study of Large-Format Film Contents' Influence on STEM Learning & Identity
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Karen Elinich
– Please Touch Museum
Presenter:
Deborah Raksany
– Giant Screen Films and D3D Cinema
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
How to Shape & Scale STREAM Communities through Transformative Spaces
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Maysaa Abo Alsamh
– MiSK Foundation
Presenter:
Roberto Baldizon
– MiSK Foundation
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Engaging Tribal Youth in Media Production: A Workshop Model & Evaluation
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Karen Elinich
– Please Touch Museum
Presenter:
Patty Loew
– Northwestern
Presenter:
Deborah Raksany
– Giant Screen Films and D3D Cinema
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Creating an Immersive Technology Based on Planetarium Content and an Informal Learning Context
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Sathit Lapvutirat
– National Science Museum, Thailand
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Developing a Menu of Outreach Programs for Academic Partners
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Cathryn Freund
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Presenter:
Analisa Duran
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Presenter:
Alec Warren
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Presenter:
Douglas Roberts
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
External Groups and Collaborators
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
The Creation, Purpose, and Use of Quality Guidelines for Science Camps for Elementary-aged Kids
Location: Hall C
Poster Presenter:
Analisa Duran
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Developing Programs for Young Adults in a Science Center
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Ayon Yun
– Gwacheon National Science Museum
Presenter:
Namjoon Cho
– Gwacheon National Science Museum
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Inspiration: The Success Factor of Knowledge Transfer
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Nopparat Thepthepa
– National Science Museum, Thailand
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
How Inclusive Is Your Space, Really? LGBTQ+ Experiences in Informal Stem Learning Environments
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Jen Parsons
– Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Culturally Responsive and Sustaining Pedagogy within a Two-Week Summer Solar Program: Design and Youth Outcomes
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Valeria Romero
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Melissa Collins
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Alexandra Sanchez
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Devin Cavero
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Lederman Science Center at Fermilab: Exploring the Universe from Quarks to Quasars
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Ketevan Akhobadze
– Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Chemists in the Community: Bringing Scientists Out of the Laboratory
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Victoria Russell
– University of Utah
Presenter:
Andrew George
– University of Utah
External Groups and Collaborators
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Museum Education in Diversity for Laboratory and Biological (MEDLAB) Field Trip Experience Career Interest Findings
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Lauren Applebaum
– Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Maggie McClure
– Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Aaron Price
– Museum of Science and Industry
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Tennessee Rural Impact Project: Building Cross-Institutional Partnerships That Leverage One Another's Assets
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Dale McCreedy
– Discovery Center at Murfree Spring
Presenter:
Alissa Lange
– Center of Excellence in STEM Education
Presenter:
Heather Watson
– Hands On! Discovery Center
External Groups and Collaborators
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Existing vs. Re-Imagined Exhibits: What Works in Virtual Stem Programming
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Kenneth Monjero
– Science Centre Kenya
Presenter:
Heather Farnworth
– Ontario Science Centre
Presenter:
Alexandra Jackson
– Sciencenter
Presenter:
Vesa Lepisto
– Heureka, the Finnish Science Centre
Presenter:
Bobby Cerini
– Questacon, Australia's National Science and Technology Centre
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
We're Not Here to Build an Exhibit: How to Forge a Successful Museum-School Design Partnership
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Anne Fullenkamp
– Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Presenter:
Deborah Coppula
– Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Presenter:
Michael Corb
– Cannon Design
External Groups and Collaborators
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
See You Again Soon! Exploring Depth-Based Programming to Broaden Your Reach with Underserved Communities
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Peter Leipzig
– Sciencenter
Presenter:
Rebecca Reilly
– Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Alberto Lopez
– Florida Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Leah Kalish
– California Academy of Sciences
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Designing Our Tomorrow Research: Storytelling and Asset-Based Approaches to Communicate the Relevance of Engineering Practices
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Carla Herran
– Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Start Your Own Teen Science Cafe This Year!
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Katey Ahmann
– Teen Science Cafe Network
Presenter:
Kristin Bayans
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Partners in Place-Based Learning: Supporting Pre-service Teachers in Planning for Learning beyond the Classroom
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Emily Lemonds
– Saint Louis Science Center
Presenter:
Kira Hamann
– Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Rethinking Hierarchical Organization Structures
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Tyler Groft
– Da Vinci Science Center
Leadership
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Science Museum Exhibits and the Depiction of Professional Scientists
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Lynn Chesnut
– North Carolina State University
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Emphasizing "Culture" When Addressing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Science Centers
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Mwenda Kudumu
– North Carolina State University
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Sustainable Innovation & Historic Interpretation: The Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration behind Feriton Spur Park
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Angela Mele
– DCG/Watershed
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Move It! Assessing the Benefits of Digital Technologies on Science Centre Outcomes
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
John Chappell
– Scitech
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Museum Metamorphosis: Connecting the Nature of Delaware to Our Many Local Communities.
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
David Searles
– Jacobs Wyper Architects
Presenter:
Stephen Petri
– Reich&Petch
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
The Big Impact of Big John the Triceratops: Measuring Family Engagement in Exhibit Design
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Pameladell Hillestad
– Glazer Children's Museum
Presenter:
Nina Dreiling
– Glazer Children's Museum
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Using Positive Trojans to Improve the Formal Scientific Education System from Within
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Ronen Mir
– Weizmann Institute of Science, Levinson Visitors Center
Presenter:
Netzach Farbiash
– Carasso Science Park
Presenter:
Derek Fish
– Unizul Science Centre
Presenter:
Linda Silver
– Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Presenter:
Liat Ben David
– The Davidson Institute of Science Education
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Empowering Early Learning Educators to Embrace a STEAM Classroom
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Jennifer Evans
– Amazement Square
Presenter:
Alyce Cathone
– Amazement Square
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Improving Mental Health for Underserved Families through Community Connections and the Power of Play
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Lee Robinson
– Muse Knoxville
Presenter:
Allison Comer
– Muse Knoxville
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Failure in Making Programs: Supporting the Professional Development, Reflection, and Learning of Informal Educators
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Monika Mayer
– Monika Mayer Museum Consulting
Presenter:
Alice Anderson
– Minneapolis Institute of Art
Presenter:
Amber Simpson
– Binghamton University
Presenter:
Adam Maltese
– Indiana University Cyberinfrastructure for Network Science Center
Presenter:
Lauren Penney
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Event Operations and Planning: Developing Flexible Tools to Tackle Events
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Emma Scaggs
– Museum of Life and Science
Presenter:
Ciara Cole
– Museum of Life and Science
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Wings over the Rockies Students Build an Airplane
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Michelle McMahon
– Wings Over the Rockies
Presenter:
Gus Posey
– Wings Over the Rockies
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Strategies, Resources and Collaborations for Developing Partnerships with Schools and Districts
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Osiris Garcia
– Fleet Science Center
Presenter:
Glenda Hairston
– Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
Presenter:
Tara Henderson
– Explora
Presenter:
Chip Lindsey
– Discovery Lab
Presenter:
Claire D'Emic
– Long Island Children's Museum
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Biotech Field Trips: Engaging Students with Science through Career Connections and Hands-on Experiences
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
April Reis
– HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Science Sprouts: Connecting Literature, Teacher Training, and Hands-on Math and Science for Kindergarten
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Sarabeth Gordon
– Pensacola MESS Hall
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Taking It to the Neighborhoods: How to Engage Under-Resourced Communities Near You through Collaborative Partnerships
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Kim Read
– The Children's Museum
Presenter:
Mackenzie VanBrand
– The Children's Museum
Presenter:
Ian Robinson
– The Children's Museum
External Groups and Collaborators
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Creating a Sustainable Science Communication Program: A Latin American Framework
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
German Arango Tamayo
– Parque Explora
Presenter:
María Buriticá
– Parque Explora
Presenter:
Jaime Florez Florez
– Parque Explora
Operations, Marketing, and Business Development
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
You CAN Touch This: Designing Engaging Hands-on Field Trip Experiences
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Joe Blizzard
– Roper Mountain Science Center
Presenter:
Erin EuDaly
– Roper Mountain Science Center
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
The Decentralized Science Center: Explora Antioquia Program
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
María Buriticá
– Parque Explora
Presenter:
German Arango Tamayo
– Parque Explora
Presenter:
Jaime Florez Florez
– Parque Explora
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Effective Strategies for Designing and Touring Traveling Exhibits around Climate Change and Water Topics
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Anne Gold
– University of Colorado Boulder
Presenter:
Becca Hatheway
– National Center for Atmospheric Research/UCAR
Presenter:
Brooks Mitchell
– Space Science Institute
Presenter:
Claire Lauer
– Arizona State University - Center for Innovation in Informal STEM Learning
Presenter:
Brigitta Rongstad
– CIRES Communications
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Powering Deeper Learning: Reflecting on 10 Years of Partnership between a School District and Museum
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Rori Leath
– The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art and Technology
Presenter:
Meghan Federer
– The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art and Technology
Presenter:
Sadie Burger
– The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art and Technology
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Belonging in Science and Natural History Centers: Current Findings, Implications, and New Directions
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Lauren Applebaum
– Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
E Ronning
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Roads Taken Research: Findings from Implications to Action
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Priya Mohabir
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Carey Tisdal
– Tisdal Consulting
Presenter:
Deborah Wasserman
– COSI
Presenter:
Christine Klein
– Insight for Learning Practices LLC
Presenter:
Katherine Johnson
– Chicago Botanic Garden
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
A Curriculum Model for Youth-Centered Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation in Afterschool Settings
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Luz Velasco Vela
– BioBus Inc.
Presenter:
Maia Yoshida
– BioBus Inc.
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Why Designing for Harm Generates More Creativity and Empathy: Design Thinking Using Wrong Theory Protocol
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Sherry Hsi
– BSCS Science Learning
Presenter:
Diego Rojas
– BSCS Science Learning
Presenter:
Emily McGinty
– Explora
Presenter:
Madalyn Wilson-Fetrow
– The University of New Mexico
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
STEM360: Multi-Setting, Multi-Platform Stem Education Program & Research Study
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Chuck English
– Virginia Air and Space Science Center
Presenter:
Chuck English
– Virginia Air and Space Science Center
Presenter:
Danielle Price
– Virginia Air and Space Science Center
Presenter:
Jessica McBrearty
– Virginia Air and Space Science Center
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Expedition VRctica: Story-Based Virtual Reality Experiences to Engage Rural Communities in Polar Science
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Monae Verbeke
– Institute for Learning Innovation
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
The Future of Youth Programs in a Truly LGBTQ+ Supportive World
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Andrea Decker
– Fleet Science Center
Presenter:
Jen Parsons
– Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Co-Creation with Scientists: Tips, Tricks, and a "Future of Plastics" Case Study
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Lee Bishop
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Ari Krakowski
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Using SciGirls Games and Media to Enhance Citizen Science in Informal Youth Programs
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Katie Hessen
– Twin Cities PBS - STEM Media & Education Department
Presenter:
Niki Becker
– Twin Cities PBS - STEM Media & Education Department
Presenter:
Julie Noyes
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Creating pARTnerships through Data: A Comparison of Visitor Experience Metrics in Science and Art Museums
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Ryan Auster
– Museum of Science
Presenter:
Lauren Holley
– Space Center Houston
Presenter:
Alexandra Olivares
– The Mint Museum
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
EiE Partners and Free Resources
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Mallory Schmidt
– Museum of Science
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Best of Both Worlds: Blending Informal and Formal Science Learning through Science Center and School Partnership
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Rosemary Garista
– California Science Center
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Virtually Human: Grounding Sensemaking and Engagement with AI through Reflections on Being Human
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Ari Krakowski
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Tim Hurt
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
Presenter:
Eric Greenwald
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Creating Collaborative Community Events
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Nora Beckemeyer
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Presenter:
Kaiah Goodman
– Science Museum of Minnesota
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
STEM in the Burque: Community-Co-Created Exhibition to Help Teens Find Their Future
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Amon Haruta
– Explora
Presenter:
Shane Montoya
– Explora
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Inclusive Science Communication: Empowering Teens to Communicate Science Their Way
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Margaret Benson
– National Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Nicole Webster
– National Museum of Natural History
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Seven Hundred Million Reasons: Global Action to Fast Track Science Center Development in Africa
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Derek Fish
– Unizul Science Centre
Presenter:
John Falk
– Institute for Learning Innovation
Presenter:
Charles Trautmann
– Trautmann & Associates
Presenter:
Kenneth Monjero
– Science Centre Kenya
Presenter:
Ronen Mir
– Weizmann Institute of Science, Levinson Visitors Center
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Making Space: Reinforcing Belonging in Science and Nature through Reflective and Immersive Design
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Emily O'Hara
– Detroit Zoological Society
Presenter:
Amy Greene
– Detroit Zoological Society
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Fun for Science: Cooperation between the Science Museum and the School
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Sunjeong Park
– National Science Museum of Korea
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
The Role of Gender Equitable Multimedia and Citizen Science Experiences on Girls' STEM Identities
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Tina Phillips
– Cornell University
Presenter:
Claire Hebbard
– Cornell University
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
What's Happening? How do you know? Why does it matter?
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Yesenia Perez
– Space Telescope Science Institute
Poster
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
NASA's Universe of Learning: Real People, Real Data
Location: Hall C
Session Leader:
Carolyn Slivinski
– Space Telescope Science Institute
Poster
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Leadership Alumni Happy Hour
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Leadership Alumni Happy Hour
Location: Exhibit Hall C/Booth #109
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
IF/THEN Champions Network Design Charette
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
US EST
IF/THEN Champions Network Design Charette
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E221A
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
US EST
Eclipse Happy Hour hosted by the Simons Foundation
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
US EST
Eclipse Happy Hour hosted by the Simons Foundation
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E222
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
US EST
Party at Discovery Place
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
US EST
Party at Discovery Place
Location: Discovery Place, Discovery Place
Monday, October 9, 2023
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Registration
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
US EST
Registration
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Concourse C
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
US EST
Breakfast
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
US EST
Breakfast
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Pre-Function Ballroom 1
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
US EST
Plenary Session: Recognition and Keynote
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
US EST
Monday Keynote with Remarks on Planetary Health
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Richardson Ballroom
Keynote:
Katharine Wilkinson
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Arts Enhance Scientific Education to Promote Innovation and Engagement
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Arts Enhance Scientific Education to Promote Innovation and Engagement
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219D
Session Leader:
Eve Moros Ortega
– Lord Cultural Resources
Presenter:
David Hassler
– Kent State University, College of Arts and Sciences
Presenter:
Pedro Russo
– Pavilion of Knowledge - Ciencia Viva
Presenter:
Tifferney White
– Louisiana Children's Museum
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Data Science Is Changing Our World: How Can Museums Help the Public Keep Up?
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Data Science Is Changing Our World: How Can Museums Help the Public Keep Up?
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E217
Session Leader:
Andee Rubin
– TERC
Presenter:
Erica Barrueto
– The Tech Interactive
Presenter:
Rebecca Kipling
– Museum of Science
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Immersive Experiences: What Can We Learn from This Emerging Trend
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Immersive Experiences: What Can We Learn from This Emerging Trend
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Sandy Baumgartner
– Saskatchewan Science Centre
Presenter:
Pamela Todd
– TELUS Spark
Presenter:
Tammy Barrett
– Giant Screen Cinema Association
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Keeping Voices in the Room: Gathering Values in Codesign for Equitable STEM Experiences
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Keeping Voices in the Room: Gathering Values in Codesign for Equitable STEM Experiences
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E216
Session Leader:
Sherry Hsi
– BSCS Science Learning
Presenter:
David Knudsen
– Museum of Life and Science
Presenter:
Diego Rojas
– BSCS Science Learning
Presenter:
Heather Segale
– UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center
Presenter:
Steve Scholle
– Museum of Life and Science
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Positioning Young People as STEM Change-Makers for the Future
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Positioning Young People as STEM Change-Makers for the Future
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Meredith Doby
– The DoSeum
Presenter:
Dana Hemes
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Katie Todd
– Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Presenter:
Rae Ostman
– Arizona State University - Center for Innovation in Informal STEM Learning
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Raise Your Art Rate! Aesthetics, Science, and Wonder in Formal and Informal Learning Settings
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Raise Your Art Rate! Aesthetics, Science, and Wonder in Formal and Informal Learning Settings
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220EF
Session Leader:
Steph Muscat
– Exploratorium
Presenter:
Ann Bebout
– Da Vinci Science Center
Presenter:
Danille Linzer
– Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Presenter:
Michael Wong
– Exploratorium
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
THE IF/THEN COLLECTION®: Resources and Future Directions
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
THE IF/THEN COLLECTION®: Resources and Future Directions
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219BC
Session Leader:
Brenda Britsch
– NGCP
Presenter:
Karen Peterson
– National Girls Collaborative Project
Presenter:
Emily Early
– NGCP
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
The Next Chapter of Virtual Learning: Planning Sustainable Programming in an Evolving Landscape
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
The Next Chapter of Virtual Learning: Planning Sustainable Programming in an Evolving Landscape
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220CD
Session Leader:
Holly Duskin
– Pacific Science Center
Presenter:
David Clipner
Presenter:
Emilse Alvarado
– Adler Planetarium
Presenter:
Kristi Berg
– Minnesota Zoo
Presenter:
Rosemary Garista
– California Science Center
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Unlocking Possibilities in Membership
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Unlocking Possibilities in Membership
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220AB
Session Leader:
Rosie Siemer
– FIVESEED
Presenter:
Jamila Wicks
– Illinois State Museum Society
Presenter:
Rehn West
– Nauticus
Advancement, Partnerships, and Fundraising
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Lightning Talk – Cultivating Talent: Strategies for Effective Human Resources and Staff Training in Museums
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Gamifying Public Programs Facilitator Trainings
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Hidekel Olivo
– Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Agents of Change: Addressing Turnover and Retention by Increasing Workplace Agency in Floor Staff
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Alexandria Dunham
– Madison Children's Museum
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Lightning Talk
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
The Next Steps to Bridging the Gap: Fortifying Dei-Educational Theories by Engaging Science Museum Professionals
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Mwenda Kudumu
– North Carolina State University
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Lightning Talk
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
US EST
Play in the Workplace: A Tool for Training, Growth, and Culture
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Anna Sterner
– Michigan Science Center
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
Lightning Talk
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Balancing Structure and Open-Endedness: Designing for Agency in Museum Environments
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Balancing Structure and Open-Endedness: Designing for Agency in Museum Environments
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219D
Session Leader:
Suzy Letourneau
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Dana Schloss
– New York Hall of Science
Presenter:
Katherine Ziff
– Mount Royal University
Presenter:
Megan Goeke
– Science Museum of Minnesota
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Community Partnerships: Bringing New Voices into Science Exhibit Planning
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Community Partnerships: Bringing New Voices into Science Exhibit Planning
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E216
Session Leader:
Douglas Flandro
– CambridgeSeven
Presenter:
Calvin Uzelmeier
– Rochester Museum & Science Center
Presenter:
Jamie Jacobs
Presenter:
Lance Cutrer
– Museum and Discovery and Science
Presenter:
Aruna Ragbir
– MODS
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
From Community Engagement to Co-Creation: How To Move From Nice To Necessary
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
From Community Engagement to Co-Creation: How To Move From Nice To Necessary
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220AB
Presenter:
Laurel Robinson
– Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Presenter:
Shane Montoya
– Explora
Presenter:
Kristin Leigh
– Explora
External Groups and Collaborators
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Generational Symphony: Harmonizing Tradition and Transformation in Science Museum Leadership
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Generational Symphony: Harmonizing Tradition and Transformation in Science Museum Leadership
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220CD
Session Leader:
Andrea Harp
– Michigan Science Center
Presenter:
Kalie Sacco
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Hands, Head & Heart: Maker Experiences That Center Social Emotional Learning
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Hands, Head & Heart: Maker Experiences That Center Social Emotional Learning
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219BC
Session Leader:
Jacqueline Eyl
– KID Museum
Presenter:
Annalise Phillips
– KID Museum
Presenter:
Cate Heroman
Presenter:
Janella Watson
Presenter:
Rebecca Grabman
– Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Just Press Play: A Leader's Guide to Infusing Playful Learning with Leadership Practice
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Just Press Play: A Leader's Guide to Infusing Playful Learning with Leadership Practice
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Christian Greer
– Michigan Science Center
Presenter:
Carol Tang
– Children's Creativity Museum
Presenter:
Tifferney White
– Louisiana Children's Museum
Leadership
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Relationships, Partnerships, and Asset Thinking: Learning from STEM Learning Ecosystems
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Relationships, Partnerships, and Asset Thinking: Learning from STEM Learning Ecosystems
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E217
Session Leader:
Allison Anderson
– Museum of Science
Presenter:
Elena Sparrow
Presenter:
Kal Mannis
– Arizona Science Center
Presenter:
Matthew Cass
– Southwestern Community College
Presenter:
Sarah VanDenbergh
– Gulf of Maine Research Institute
External Groups and Collaborators
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
The Race to Keep Up
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
The Race to Keep Up
Location: NASCAR, NASCAR Hall of Fame
Session Leader:
Kevin Schlesier
– NASCAR Hall of Fame
Presenter:
Jennifer Spitzer
– NASCAR Hall of Fame
Presenter:
Siera Erazo
– NASCAR Hall of Fame
Presenter:
Eliza Russell
– NASCAR Hall of Fame
Presenter:
Wendy Belk
– NASCAR Hall of Fame
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Voices & Choices: A Soft-Systems Approach for More Equitable Program Design
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Voices & Choices: A Soft-Systems Approach for More Equitable Program Design
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Margaret Benson
– National Museum of Natural History
Presenter:
Deborah Wasserman
– COSI
Presenter:
Nicole Webster
– National Museum of Natural History
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Lightning Talk – STEMspiration: Fostering Curiosity and Learning in Museums through STEM Education and Programs
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Connecting Diverse Communities with Science Topics through Storytelling
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Brigitta Rongstad
– CIRES Communications
Presenter:
Anne Gold
– University of Colorado Boulder
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Engaging Teens in Science Communication: Building a Network of Young Science Communicators in Their Community
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Ganigar Chen
– National Science Museum, Thailand
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Short Meaningful Learning Experiences
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Reham AlDous
– Mishkat Interactive Center for Atomic & Renewable Energy
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
US EST
Game On! Strategies for Audience Engagement during Large Group Programs
Location: E218
Session Leader:
Erin EuDaly
– Roper Mountain Science Center
Presenter:
Joe Blizzard
– Roper Mountain Science Center
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
Lightning Talk
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
A 360 Perspective on Family Engagement: Insights from Research and Practice
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
A 360 Perspective on Family Engagement: Insights from Research and Practice
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219BC
Session Leader:
Tarah Connolly
– University of Wisconsin-Madison
Presenter:
Kelly Hoke
– Oregon State University STEM Research Center
Presenter:
Vicki Widmar
– Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
Presenter:
William Katzman
– LIGO Livingston
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
A Science Center and More!: Supporting and Complementing Community Initiatives with STEM
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
A Science Center and More!: Supporting and Complementing Community Initiatives with STEM
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E218
Session Leader:
Sandy Valdivia
– Fleet Science Center
Presenter:
Yanet Lopez
– Fleet Science Center
Presenter:
Daniela Sanchez Cruz
– Fleet Science Center
Presenter:
Peter Sturtevant
– Fleet Science Center
External Groups and Collaborators
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Better Together: Community Collaboration to Enable Access to NASA-Themed Projects
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Better Together: Community Collaboration to Enable Access to NASA-Themed Projects
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220CD
Session Leader:
Emily Duguid
– Orlando Science Center
Presenter:
Max Cawley
– Museum of Life and Science
Presenter:
Jon Doctorick
– Carnegie Science Center
Presenter:
Amelia Chapman
– Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Presenter:
Katie Brown
– Long Island Explorium
Presenter:
Jennifer Johnson
– Sci-Port Discovery Center
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Building a Culture of Planetary Health Action: Seeding Action and the Fifth National Climate Assessment
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Building a Culture of Planetary Health Action: Seeding Action and the Fifth National Climate Assessment
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220AB
Session Leader:
Rose Hendricks
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Allison Crimmins
– Office of Science and Technology Policy
Presenter:
Kathie Dello
– North Carolina State University
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Finding Your Perfect Match: Co-creating Successful Community Partnerships
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Finding Your Perfect Match: Co-creating Successful Community Partnerships
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E220EF
Session Leader:
Karyn Torigoe
– Great Lakes Science Center
Presenter:
JonDarr Bradshaw
– Great Lakes Science Center
Presenter:
Kellen Nixon
– Nixon & Co.
Presenter:
Shannon Gaussa
– Carnegie Science Center
Presenter:
Tina Seidelson
– Carnegie Science Center
External Groups and Collaborators
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Give Me Space: Above the Earth, Rockets Galore, Observing with Webb, Mars, and More!
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Give Me Space: Above the Earth, Rockets Galore, Observing with Webb, Mars, and More!
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219D
Session Leader:
Ben Dickow
– Columbia Memorial Space Center
Presenter:
Daniel Bateman
– Association of Science and Technology Centers
Presenter:
Yesenia Perez
– Space Telescope Science Institute
Presenter:
Jim Remar
– Cosmosphere
Presenter:
Gwen Griffin
– Club for the Future
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Invasion of the Psychology Majors! Bringing the Science of You to Science Centers
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Invasion of the Psychology Majors! Bringing the Science of You to Science Centers
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E217
Session Leader:
Michael Goldstein
– Cornell University
Presenter:
Khena Swallow
– Cornell University
Presenter:
Michelle Kortenaar
– Sciencenter
Presenter:
Patricia Ward
– Museum of Science and Industry
Presenter:
Tom Rockwell
– Exploratorium
Exhibits, Experiences, and Technology
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Reimagining Socially Just and Equitable Informal STEM Institutions and Bringing Them into Being
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Reimagining Socially Just and Equitable Informal STEM Institutions and Bringing Them into Being
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E212
Session Leader:
Travis Sandland
– Science Museum of Minnesota
Presenter:
Cecilia Garibay
– Garibay Group
Presenter:
Heather Norton
– Discovery Place
Presenter:
Tifferney White
– Louisiana Children's Museum
DAIE, Human Resources, and Organizational Culture
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Send in the Microbes: Bringing Microbiology into Your Institution
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
US EST
Send in the Microbes: Bringing Microbiology into Your Institution
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, E219A
Session Leader:
Caitlin Nealon
– The Tech Interactive
Presenter:
Abbey Thompson
– The Tech Interactive
Presenter:
Anja Scholze
– The Tech Interactive
Presenter:
Kristina Yu
– Exploratorium
Presenter:
Lee Bishop
– The Lawrence Hall of Science
STEM Learning, Education, and Programs
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
US EST
Racing into the Future
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
US EST
Racing into the Future
Location: NASCAR, NASCAR Hall of Fame
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
US EST
Museum Experience Day at Discovery Place
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
US EST
Museum Experience Day at Discovery Place
