NSTMF Expert Connect

A network of STEM leaders engaged in our work in support of a vibrant and diverse generation of young STEM professionals.

The NSTMF recognizes the value of inspirational stories within the STEM community. For many years, our primary goal was to share the stories of the top minds in science and technology with the public. Today, we have expanded our mission to not only highlight great scientists and technologists but also actively engage these individuals to help build inclusive STEM communities across the United States. Fundamental to these communities are the significant, inspirational connections we foster between the individuals who have received national recognition for excellence in STEM and future members of the STEM community.

When you become a member of the NSTMF’s Expert Connect community, you are offering your insight and subject matter expertise to students across the country. There is a broad spectrum of ways in which you can participate. Our goal with this program is to build a network of STEM leaders who want to stay informed about our work and support a vibrant and diverse generation of young STEM professionals.

Opportunities for engagement:

Speaking opportunities
Join us as a featured speaker for our Unscripted Series where you can share and discuss your story with students at universities around the country (virtual and in-person options)

Recorded interviews
Sit down with a science journalist for a short video interview or participate in a short Zoom webinars with students as part of the NSTMF’s Virtual Series

Mentoring students
Interact with students in an intimate, discussion-centric forum through the NSTMF’s inSTEM program (virtual and in-person options)

Community events
Network with colleagues and future STEM Leaders at Expert Connect meetings (virtual and in-person options)

Online profiles
Share your story with our audiences via nationalmedals.org

Reach new audiences
Tell us about your projects and initiatives so we can amplify your work through our social media and email platforms

WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS:

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  • Support the NSTMF’s broader mission, vision, and goals. Click here to learn more.
  • Sign our pledge to build more diverse, inclusive, and equitable STEM communities.
  • Share your story and pass along your knowledge to thousands of students. We want you to share your stories with ease, comfort, and in the most impactful way. We offer the following to make sure any experience you have the NSTMF’s programming is exciting and fulfilling:

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For in-person events, the NSTMF covers the cost of all travel and accommodations for in-person experiences, including air travel, hotel stays, and transportation to and from inSTEM cohort meetings.

For virtual interactions, the NSTMF covers the cost of an A/V package to ensure a high-quality experience for you and the inSTEM cohort. Package includes HD webcam, microphone, and guidance on how to get it all set up.

Virtual Programming

The NSTMF covers the cost of an A/V package to ensure a high-quality experience for you and the viewers. Package includes HD webcam, microphone, and guidance on how to get it set up.

Unscripted Series

The NSTMF covers the cost of all travel and accommodations, including air travel, hotel, and transportation to and from Unscripted events.

Social Media

We provide social media toolkits to easily share content (profiles, articles, blogs) featuring you and your work.

To join or learn more about the Expert Connect program, please contact Kate Biddle, [email protected].

Your contribution to the NSTMF not only serves to celebrate scientific advancement, ingenuity, and exploration, but also symbolizes your commitment to building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive future in STEM.

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