New Role at the Academy is Activating the Vast Network of WINS Alumnae

September 24, 2024 Academy Editor Education, People, WINS, Women In Natural Sciences

New WINS alumnae manager, Ninette Bennett, has big plans to embrace, share and build success with WINS students and alumnae across the globe.

“Our Voices Need to be Heard”: Latin & Hispanic Drexel Co-ops Helping to Enrich Representation in the Sciences

September 4, 2024 Academy Editor Education, People

Three Drexel students discuss their cultural identities and scientific aspirations

Learn About Urban Birding: A Q&A with Christian Cooper

May 22, 2024 Kaitlyn Kalosy Birding, Live Animals, Ornithology

On June 1, the Academy will host Black Excellence in Birding: An Evening with Christian Cooper, the 3rd annual black-tie gala and fledgling sneaker ball in support of Black Birders Week with special guest Christian Cooper, renowned New York Times best-selling author and National Geographic host.

Studying Quality of Life with Aquatic Macroinvertebrates

April 6, 2024 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Education, People

Brenda Vong, a recent BEES student, gets outside and learns about the importance of water and our local macroinvertebrates

Q+A: Lights, Camera…Ants!

March 4, 2024 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Education, Entomology, Environmental Science, People

Sean O’ Donnell, PhD, a professor of Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science in Drexel University’s College of Arts and Sciences, believes putting insects on camera can help society see the integral role they play in the preservation of our natural world – and ultimately humankind.

Empowering the Future with Plastic-free Philly Champions

February 6, 2024 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Education, Featured

Ale Gonzales, a BEES student, has a real drive to make environmental science truly accessible for students in Philly.

Take a Look Under the Canopy

February 2, 2024 Academy Editor Biodiversity, Evolution, Exhibit, Featured, Live Animals

A new exhibition showcases immersive animal habitat displays with live animals, including a two-toed sloth, along with life-size, climbable animal sculptures and other interactive and dynamic features designed for all ages.

Honoring the Silvermans: Creating a Passionate Community For the Love of All Living Things

May 11, 2023 Academy Editor Education, Live Animals, People

Arthur and Carol Silverman have not only been long-time friends and supporters of the Academy, but also absolutely integral to our mission to inspire everyone to care about the natural world.