Congratulations to the STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) high school internship program at UT/CSR, an integral part of the NASA Science Mission Directorate’s Science Activation program, for receiving the 2024 American Geophysical Union Excellence in Earth and Space Education Award. SciAct is a cooperative network of competitively-selected teams from across the Nation working with NASA infrastructure activities to share NASA science with learners of all ages.

The Excellence in Earth and Space Science Education Award is given annually to a mid-career or senior scientist team, individual, or group demonstrating a sustained commitment to excellence in geophysical education. Successful candidates have made long-lasting, positive impacts in the Earth and space sciences at any education level from kindergarten through postgraduate studies.

After being established in 1995, the original Excellence in Geophysical Education Award was renamed in March 2017. Robert D. Ballard, who discovered the wreckage of the Titanic and inspired countless students, was the first recipient of this award in 1997.

Awardees exhibit:

• Sustained impact and breadth of impact on Earth and space science education
• Integration of research and Earth and space science education
• Ability to influence scientists and other stakeholders with regard to Earth and space science education
• Mentoring students and early career researchers
• Commitment to broadening participation among members of underrepresented groups

Learn more about the STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) High School Internship Program by visiting: https://www.csr.utexas.edu/sees-internship

Learn more about the NASA Science Mission Directorate’s Science Activation program by visiting: https://science.nasa.gov/learn/