Weekly Wrap-up

Every day of every week brings a new challenge. Our hearts are broken after the senseless terror attack in Las Vegas on Monday. And today, we are enraged by the renewed attack on women's reproductive rights. Sometimes it feels like the fight is coming from all sides. And we must continue to fight. If you need support this week, we encourage you to reach out to your pod. We have created our network for this very reason - for support and strength. Together, we are stronger. 

What we've done

• Excellent Op-Ed piece published by one of our amazing scientists!

• @Webmz_ is a product of science without borders

• Support students affected by hurricanes. 

• Wikipedia edit-a-thon by the DC pod. 

What we like

• Scientists free to move have more impact. 

• Women in Sci you should be following on social media. 

• "It's Dr."

• The Nobel prize is absurd. 

Take Action Tuesday

This week, we seek to follow the example of Governor Scott, who has asked Florida universities and colleges to provide out of state tuition waivers and discounts to students from Puerto Rico.  We encourage everyone reach out to your Governor and local college/university president and ask for similar consideration for these students in need. 

Where hurricane displaced college students can get tuition breaks in Florida:

http://news.wgcu.org/post/heres-where-hurricane-displaced-college-students-can-get-tuition-breaks-south-florida

Take Action Tuesday

#weekly_action

The #fundUSAscience campaign has launched! Take 2 minutes to tweet today to help bring attention to science funding as the FY2018 budget negotiations get underway. 
1) Tell us how your science benefits society and add #fundUSAscience @500wsDC and a picture (sample tweets and instructions here). 

2) Time to revive our habit of calling our elected officials - get in touch with your elected official and let them know what you think about science funding, DACA, or any other topic.

How to have a productive call with your representative - http://www.ucsusa.org/action/phone-calls.html#.Wa7uoNOGMn0

To defend DACA, a list of resources from United We Dream and The National Immigration Law Center:

1. Support bipartisan legislation that protects immigrant youth: Ask your legislators to co-sponsor S.1615 in the Senate and H.R. 3591 in the House. Check out Indivisible for more information on these bills and scripts to call your legislators.  

2. Join United We Dream’s Day of Action: There are protests all across the country and you can find one or register your own action here. We encourage all who are able to show up and stand with Dreamers.

3. Read about the impact of DACA: The law has allowed people to work and attend school without the constant fear of deportation. Read first-hand stories of DACA from the National Immigrant Law Center and share with family members and friends who may not understand or support the law.

4. If you’re a DACA recipient: click here for reliable information from United We Dream and the National Immigrant Law Center on your rights.