Science writer Stephen Ornes will present a lecture titled, “Real and Imaginary Hazards in Writing About Science,” on Thursday, April 7. A panel discussion featuring Perot Museum of Nature and Science Vice President of Learning and Engagement Jamie Creola, Plano ISD Science Department head Ramy Mahmoud and former Teach for America STEM content specialist and current SMU lecturer Laura West titled “Teaching Science” will be held on Friday, April 8, moderated by Rena Pederson, an SMU adjunct professor, former journalist, author and public relations guru. READ MORE
Who’s invited: Both events are free and open to the public
When: 5:30 p.m. lecture, Thursday, April 7
4:30 p.m. panel, Friday, April 8
Reception at 4 p.m.
Where: Thursday’s lecture in Room 133, Fondren Science Building, 3215 Daniel Avenue.
Friday’s panel in Rooms 138 & 144, Annette Caldwell Simmons Hall, 3101 University Boulevard.
Map: https://sites.smu.edu/apps/campus-map
Sponsor: Both events are sponsored by the Dedman College Interdisciplinary Institute. The panel discussion is also supported by the Embrey Family Foundation.