Deadline

February 14, 2025, 11:59 PM

Overview

Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering, or CASE, is an entry-level program organized to educate students who are interested in learning about the role of science in policymaking and the federal policy-making process and to empower them with ways to become a voice for research throughout their careers.

Students who participate in the April 6-9, 2025 workshop in Washington D.C., will learn about the structure and organization of Congress, the federal budget and appropriations process, and tools for effective science communication and civic engagement. Students also have the opportunity to conduct Congressional visits on Capitol Hill on the final day of the workshop. Sponsoring universities will help prepare students for Congressional visits. For additional details about the CASE workshop, visit the AAAS website.

Award Details

• The Division of Graduate Studies covers workshop registration as well as all associated travel and lodging costs for the selected students.

Eligibility

• Enrolled full-time in a STEM graduate degree program at the University of Oregon
  • Biological, physical or earth sciences
  • Computational sciences and mathematics
  • Engineering disciplines
  • Medical and health sciences
  • Social and behavioral sciences
• Students must be available to travel to Washington, D.C. on the program dates
• Students must work with Division of Graduate Studies staff to document their experience for University communications.

Application

Applicants must submit the following materials to Krista Chronister, Vice Provost of Graduate Studies, at vpgradstudies@uoregon.edu by 11:59 pm, Friday, February 14, 2025:

• Statement of interest: 1 page max, 12 pt font, single space discussing why the CASE program interests you and how you expect the experience applies to your professional development and career plans.   
• Summary of relevant experience: Narrative format or CV/resume format 
• Referee: Name and email of faculty member willing to submit a reference letter. The Division will contact the referee to provide instructions.

The AAAS CASE program is interested in students with strong communication and leadership skills. No prior advocacy experience is required. Doctoral and graduate degree candidates are preferred, but all fitting the criteria are welcome to apply.

This opportunity to participate in the CASE program is funded by the Division of Graduate Studies.

Please contact the Vice Provost for Graduate Studies, Krista Chronister, with any questions at vpgradstudies@uoregon.edu or (541) 346-5129.

Graduate Students with Financial Aid
Receiving this award may reduce your financial aid award. Please contact the Financial Aid Office prior to applying for this (and any other type of) support.