DOI: 10.1128/jmbe.00140-26 ISSN: 1935-7877

ASM and a culture of sharing, caring, and fun in education

David J. Westenberg

ABSTRACT

One doesn’t always equate a professional scientific society with sharing, caring, and fun, but in this age of public distrust, public engagement with science and active student learning are ways to regain trust. ASM holds a leadership position in promoting and recognizing the value of education in the future of our profession and is there to support your educational journey. From K12 outreach and public engagement, to professional development, to presenting and publishing scholarship of teaching and learning, ASM has been at the forefront of biology education. Under the leadership of visionary directors such as Amy Chang and now Irene Hulede, ASM Education is a model for how education and outreach should be woven throughout professional societies.

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