A former AmeriCorps VISTA member reflects on their experience at the Capital Area STEM Network Center, where they contributed to STEM education initiatives and capacity building. Their journey, leading in outreach and community engagement, highlights the importance and lasting impact of STEM education in Louisiana.

Twelve exceptional educators, including five from Louisiana, have been selected for the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching's (NIET) 2024 Fellows Program, each receiving $10,000 for their exemplary teaching and leadership. This program not only recognizes their dedication but also empowers them to further enhance their teaching practices and contribute to educational initiatives nationwide.

The Louisiana NASA EPSCoR program is currently accepting pre-proposals for FY 2024, with a strict timeline requiring a Notice of Intent by September 19, 2024, and full pre-proposals by October 17, 2024. This process is crucial for selecting the state's submission that will compete for national NASA funding, with all necessary documents and resources available on the Louisiana NASA EPSCoR website.