The New York Academy of Sciences’ Scientist-in-Residence Program Honored as a Finalist in the Education, Art, & Culture category for The 4th Annual Anthem Awards

New York, NY, October 21, 2024 – The New York Academy of Sciences announced that its Scientist-in-Residence program was named an Anthem Awards Finalist in the Education, Art, & Culture category in The 4th Annual Anthem Awards. In the Anthem Awards’ most competitive year, Scientist-in-Residence was short-listed from over 2,300 entries submitted from 34 countries worldwide.

“Through access to real-life scientists, the Scientist-in-Residence program at The New York Academy of Sciences has inspired public school students and their teachers across New York City, for the past 12 years, to experience how science works beyond traditional textbooks and lessons,” said Nicholas Dirks, President and Chief Executive Officer of The New York Academy of Sciences. “Under the expert mentorship of volunteer scientists, classrooms become research labs, giving students hands-on learning experiences and access to actual scientific tools to conduct a year-long science research project. Scientist-in-Residence nurtures a deep enthusiasm and curiosity for the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and math that exist all around us.”

From now until October 31st, fans can support Scientist-in-Residence by voting on the Anthem Awards Community Voice Celebration page HERE. All Finalists are also running to win a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Anthem Award selected by Anthem judges. All Winners for the 4th Annual Anthem Awards will be announced on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024.

About Scientist-in-Residence

Created in cooperation with the New York City Department of Education and The New York Academy of Sciences in 2012, the Scientist-in-Residence program matches scientists with New York City public school teachers to bring scientific inquiry to life in the classroom. By combining their research and pedagogical expertise, each scientist-teacher pair develops and implements a year-long science project that prepares students to engage in authentic research involving data collection and analysis that sparks their interest in STEM learning. The Scientist-in-Residence program also supports students toward a career in STEM by providing an avenue to find the inspiration that builds their curiosity and connects them with other scientists and STEM-inspired students across New York City. Each year, the Academy hosts a student showcase where group representatives from each class present posters and samples of their work, sharing their findings with fellow students. This event allows students to identify their peers building a support system as they continue their STEM career; it teaches students that success in a research project is not about failure or lack thereof but collecting information that can be shared with others; it also introduces students to scientists from various backgrounds that they may also see as part of their career support system.

“The Finalists of this year’s Anthem Awards are truly inspiring, and I am honored to help elevate their impact,” said Anthem Awards General Manager Patricia McLoughlin. “At this moment, there is a lot of uncertainty in our world, but the tireless and extraordinary efforts of the Anthem Awards community provide hope that a better tomorrow is possible. Thank you to everyone doing this work and making an impact.”

About The Anthem Awards

Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, we’re defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their own communities. The Anthem Awards honors work across seven core causes: Diversity; Equity & Inclusion; Education; Art & Culture; Health; Human & Civil Rights; Humanitarian Action & Services; Responsible Technology; and Sustainability, Environment & Climate. This season’s partners include Ms. Magazine, The Female Quotient, Sustainable Brands, NationSwell, and TheFutureParty. The Awards were founded in partnership with the Ad Council, Born This Way Foundation, Feeding America, Glaad, Mozilla, NAACP, NRDC, WWF, and XQ.