Citizen Science Fellows Program

Workshop 1: Introduction to the topic and principles of community and citizen science, what types of projects fellows can make, and community and citizen science user design/project management.

Workshop 2: Ethics and legality of community and citizen science projects, data management plans, and assessment methods.

Workshop 3: Present the first prototype of your project to the rest of the program cohort and provide feedback on their projects.

Present your project prototype during a U-M Museum of Natural History event.

Benefits include:

• Certificate for reference in a C.V., commending commitment to community science and public engagement.
• Consultation and assistance in writing broader impacts plans to fulfill grant and other outreach requirements.
• Assistance in the promotion of your project to library and museum audiences.
• Opportunities to network with other scientists and researchers committed to public engagement as well as with education professionals.
• Complimentary Museum membership. As a Museum member, you’re entitled to: Free admission to more than 300 museums and science centers around the world. Once the new museum opens, you’ll receive two free planetarium passes, a 20% discount in the Museum Store, invitations to members-only events and exhibition openings, and more!