May-June 2023
Meet the fellows at STPF’s new host agency, the Treasury Department
Since 2021, the U.S Department of the Treasury has joined a host of other federal agencies in welcoming fellows from the AAAS STPF program over the last 50 years. Inaugural Treasury fellows Amritava Das (now an alum fellow) and Allen "AJ" Stewart apply their expertise in mathematics and engineering to questions of national security. Read more
Director’s Video Update
Hello, alumni! We’ve been busy planning lots of events for you. Find out when and where our first regional alumni gathering will be… Hear about the first STPF in-person interview week since 2019... Catch all of Rashada’s updates in her short video. Watch now
Lifetime honors: STPF alum who are now AAAS Fellows
When you come across a AAAS member with a gold and blue rosette pin, you’ve met a AAAS Fellow – a member recognized for having made a scientifically or socially distinguished effort on the behalf of science and in service to society. Each year, a handful of STPF alumni are among this august group. See which alum made the list. Read more
Tips for applicants from the new STPF recruitment director
“Coming from an immigrant family, I care deeply that the opportunities STPF offers are accessible to all who meet the qualifications.” Meet the new STPF Recruitment Director Mehrab Sarwar and gain a few tips if you’re considering applying to become a fellow. Read more
Only on AlumniEngage
STPF Voices, Visions & Impacts: In celebration of STPF@50, we captured short video reflections from key figures in STPF history including Steven Chu, Nobel Laureate and former U.S. Secretary of Energy; STPF alum Allison Schwier, Acting Science and Technology Advisor to the Secretary, U.S. Department of State; and Francis Collins, former director of NIH and Acting Science Advisor to the President. Watch now
Inspired by past, alum gives to STPF’s future
“If I look back at my career, nothing had as much positive impact as my STPF fellowship. In my mind, there is nothing more worth supporting than this program, especially given its ongoing success in bringing more scientists of color into the policymaking process. So, it’s a no-brainer for me.” ~Nina Hasen, 2009-11 Executive Branch Fellow at Department of State. Make a Donation
STPF on Twitter
April 17: It's STPF Finalist Interview Week, and we're back in person! Finalists hear from fellows and alumni about their experiences and will learn from agencies how to bring their science to work in policy. #scipoljobs
MOVING & SHAKING
MOVING & SHAKING
Sarah Carter
Forbes recognized Sarah Carter (2008-09 fellow at EPA; 2009-10 fellow at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy) as one of the top 10 women leaders in synthetic biology. "The AAAS policy fellowship provided an incredible foundation for my policy career and has opened doors every step of the way," she said.
ALUMNI EVENTS
Denver | July 14
STPF ON THE ROAD
Meet STPF staff and/or fellows at these events
Volunteer: American Veterinary Medical Assoc.
Denver | July 14-18
Volunteer: American Psychological Association
Washington | August 3-5
Volunteer: Joint Statistical Meetings
Toronto | August 5-10