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Announcing the Douglas M. Lapp and Anne B. Keiser Endowed Directorship of the Smithsonian Science Education Center.
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At the heart of our work is the idea that all youth—regardless of gender, sexual orientation, geography, race, native language, ability, or socio-economic status— should be given the opportunities to learn about the socio-scientific issues that challenge us. The Smithsonian, through the Smithsonian Science Education Center, plays an active role in sparking students' and teachers' interest in STEM to ensure a scientifically literate and sustainable planet.
Dr. Carol O’Donnell, The Douglas M. Lapp and Anne B. Keiser Director of the Smithsonian Science Education Center