René Fuanta

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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

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Sigma Xi has and is making substantial progress towards enhancing the motivation of its members, providing scientific information to the public, and reaching out to communities. We could improve retention or interest in STEM fields when we encourage various divisions and chapters to expand their reach to middle schools – demos, fairs, games, etc. Why? It is usually at this stage [middle school] that interests are piqued and developed. Some chapters are already using this approach. We need to amplify our efforts towards this, ensuring it is not only local but national.

Sigma Xi has been at the forefront of disseminating scientific information for a long time. Recently, there has been a nationwide tussle around disbelieve in science and misinformation. We must be aggressive in our approach to counter misinformation and gain public trust in science. If elected, I will work diligently with the board on various ways of reaching out to various [minority] communities in efforts to dispel unscientific facts.

René Fuanta

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