Intern Blog Postings

Week Eight: Open access to new data

Friday, July 21, 2017

Lisa McDonald

If this week has taught me anything, it’s that the term “open access” is not nearly as clear-cut as I thought.

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Public Outreach: A Skill-Builder for Undergrads

Friday, July 21, 2017

Jacob Robertson

Often, when we talk about the benefits of science outreach, we talk about the benefits the public receives: increasing science literacy, instilling wonder, and inspiring young people.

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Week #8: For something we love…

Friday, July 21, 2017

Francisco Ayala Rodriguez

Another incredible week! New people, new design, new places, and amazing experiences.

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EPISODE EIGHT: EXPECTING ENERGETIC ENSEMBLE

Friday, July 21, 2017

Mary Ann Mort

A sense of belonging can make someone feel whole.

 

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Week Eight

Friday, July 21, 2017

Luis Royo Romero

Week Eight 
 

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Week 7: A Week with Scientists

Thursday, July 20, 2017

Riley Troyer

I’m tired. It’s been a long and busy week including taking two of the metro trains to the ends of their tracks. I met more scientists in physics related fields in the last few days than the rest of the summer.

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Week 1: 4,000 Miles From Home

Monday, July 17, 2017

Riley Troyer

Washington D.C. is certainly a long way from Fairbanks, Alaska. I discovered that after a good 12 hours of traveling and a four-hour time change. It is also significantly hotter and more humid (I got drenched in sweat just bringing my luggage to the room).

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Week 2: Hearings and Briefings

Monday, July 17, 2017

Riley Troyer

Congress is back in session! For those who don’t know, the congressional schedule takes a recess every so often. During this period the Senators and Representatives can go home, and office hours for staff members are shorter; everything is a little more laid back.

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Week 3: Crazy News Week

Monday, July 17, 2017

Riley Troyer

Wow, what a week! It is certainly a busy time to be in DC.

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Week 4: CSPAN Moment of Fame

Monday, July 17, 2017

Riley Troyer

Despite what it can seem from the outside, things actually do get done in the Senate.

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