University of Florida

Policy Advocacy in Science & Engineering

Student-led workshops, writing, and programs focused on science communication and policy.

Percy the alligator holding an orange PASE flag
Fall calendar

Fall 2026

Fall calendar

20Oct

4–5 PM · Communicore C1-003 · Virtual speaker

Introduction to Science Policy

Dr. K. L. Akerlof introduces the field, key concepts, and the ways science connects with public decision-making.

Event details
27Oct

5–6 PM · Communicore C1-004 · Virtual speaker

Science Policy Writing & Stakeholder Analysis

Dr. Tepring Piquado leads an interactive workshop on policy writing, coalition building, and stakeholder analysis.

Event details
03Nov

6–7 PM · HPNP G-301 · In person

Environmental Policy & Communication Panel

Sikander Khare, Jaren Serano, and Coral Keegan discuss environmental policy, scientific communication, and their career journeys.

Event details
04Nov

4–5 PM · Communicore C1-003 · Virtual speaker

Grant Policy Writing

UF alumna Galen Cobb explains how grant review, funding decisions, and policy shape research priorities.

Event details
View the complete event archive

New in 2026

PASE Leadership Fellow Program

A year-long program where students develop leadership, science communication, and policy advocacy skills through workshops and mentorship, then apply them by helping lead PASE programming.

Email us about the fellow program
01

Policy Education

Make policy concepts understandable and useful.

02

Science Communication

Help research reach audiences beyond the lab.

03

Speaker & Career

Connect students with people working across science policy.

04

Advocacy & Engagement

Create informed opportunities for civic participation.

05

Community Partnership

Build programs alongside campus and community partners.

Remy Carlson and Katie Childers beside the AIMBE Standing Up for Science banner
Remy Carlson beside the Public Policy Institute for Rising Leaders display

October 15–16, 2026

PASE at the AIMBE Public Policy Institute

President Remy Carlson and VP of External Affairs Katie Childers attended AIMBE's Public Policy Institute for Rising Leaders in Washington, D.C.

Membership

Want to get involved?