Our nation is facing a significant challenge in educating the next generation of scientists. As an NSF strategic partner, NCAR contributes to national efforts to improve science literacy, inspire students, educate teachers, inform policy makers, and build a diverse workforce. At NCAR, we also recognize that the health of our institution depends on ensuring that those with aptitude and determination have opportunities in the atmospheric sciences and that they are welcomed and nurtured, regardless of gender, ethnic background, nationality, or physical ability.
NCAR addresses four broad priorities within this goal:
At NCAR, we are committed to increasing the presence of underrepresented groups in our workforce, and to creating an environment that welcomes a diversity of disciplines, ideas, scientific background, and approaches to problem solving. With a rich array of disciplines and a broad outreach component that spans all the laboratories, NCAR provides scientific information to stakeholders, policy makers, and the public. Through international programs, convocations of physical and social scientists, educators, and a wide range of disciplinary skills, NCAR demonstrates its commitment to engaging a broader community in the atmospheric sciences.
Read more about this priorityNCAR advances this priority through collaborations and relationships with visiting scientists, postdoctoral and faculty fellowship appointments, and professional development programs.
Read more about this priorityThis strategic priority and the previous one (enhancing formal science education) are not mutually exclusive; indeed, they overlap in significant ways. Many NCAR conferences, colloquia, and workshops are advertised and open to the public. These events enhance public awareness and understanding of the atmospheric sciences by building human and institutional capacity to deal with climate issues.
Read more about this priorityOur people are our most important asset, and we prize individual professional growth, effective teamwork, and an organizational culture where all employees can realize their full potential and where achievements are celebrated and rewarded.
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