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SUMMARY:Fire Science Week at spectrUM
DESCRIPTION:spectrUM Discovery Area is the University of Montana’s hands-on science center dedicated to igniting passion for discovery through science. People of all ages are invited to explore educator-led wildfire activities and meet STEM role models during Fire Science Week at spectrUM. \n\n\n\nMissoula Public Library\, 2nd floor
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/fire-science-week-at-spectrum/
LOCATION:Montana
CATEGORIES:K-12 Education & Outreach
ORGANIZER;CN="spectrUM":MAILTO:spectrum@umontana.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241010T080000
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SUMMARY:30th Annual OpTeC Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Montana State University’s Optical Technology Center (OpTeC) will host the 30th annual OpTeC Conference on October 10\, 2024. The OpTeC conference highlights optical science and engineering and is where undergraduate and graduate students\, research staff\, and faculty report on recent developments in optics at Montana State University. Companies will also share new developments in industry. After a day of oral presentations\, a highlight of the meeting is always the evening catered poster session that includes many local and regional businesses.
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/30th-annual-optec-conference/
LOCATION:Inspiration Hall\, Norm Asbjornson Hall\, Montana State University\, W Grant St\, Bozeman\, Montana\, 59715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Montana State University
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241013T080000
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SUMMARY:28th NSF EPSCoR National Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/28th-nsf-epscor-national-conference/
LOCATION:Hilton Omaha\, 1001 Cass St.\, Omaha\, Nebraska\, 68102\, United States
CATEGORIES:NSF EPSCoR
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T230016Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Rocky Mountain Wildfire Smoke Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 5th annual Rocky Mountain Wildfire Smoke Symposium will be held on October 17-18\, 2024 at the University of Montana University Center Ballroom with a virtual Zoom option available. See the attached PDF flyer for details. \n\n\n\nThe symposium will be a hybrid event with in-person activities and will emphasize our future with wildfires\, including researchers\, public health professionals\, community and government employees\, and concerned citizens. Local and regional experts will lead sessions on: \n\n\n\n\nThe health impacts of wildfires\n\n\n\nCommunity strategies for mitigating wildfire smoke exposure\n\n\n\nAdaptation strategies for living with more fire\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee more events related to K-12 Educator Professional Development
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/2024-rocky-mountain-wildfire-smoke-symposium/
LOCATION:University of Montana – University Center Ballroom\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:University of Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250115T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T225904Z
CREATED:20260529T213804Z
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SUMMARY:Science Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:UM researchers\, faculty\, and graduate students will have the opportunity for a hands-on professional development workshop aimed at building participants’ confidence and experience engaging diverse audiences with science and research. Through interactive activities and field trips to spectrUM Discovery Area and the UM Living Lab\, participants will draw on their own research background to explore approaches to communicating with grant proposal reviewers\, interdisciplinary academic audiences\, and members of the public of all ages. This workshop is a collaboration between the Research Development Office\, the Broader Impacts Group\, spectrUM Discovery Area\, and the UM Living Lab. Participation is limited and registration is required. Lunch will be provided.  \n\n\n\nCooper Room: 4th floor of Missoula Public Library \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee more events related to K-12 Educator Professional Development
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/science-communication-workshop-2025/
LOCATION:Montana
CATEGORIES:University of Montana
ORGANIZER;CN="spectrUM":MAILTO:spectrum@umontana.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161703Z
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SUMMARY:Wildfire crisis documentary\, "The Fire Problem"
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Northern Rockies Fire Science Network and others\, the University of Montana Wilderness Institute is proud to co-host an in-person screening of the new documentary directed by Sean O’Brien and Antonio Torres\, The Fire Problem. This thought-provoking film delves into the origins of the increasing wildfire challenges and highlights what many experts believe to be a clear and achievable solution. Following the screening\, a panel of fire experts will share their insights\, reflect on the film\, and engage with audience questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee more events related to K-12 Educator Professional Development
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/wildfire-crisis-documentary-the-fire-problem/
LOCATION:University Center Theater
CATEGORIES:Public Outreach,University of Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250403T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T202616Z
CREATED:20260529T211701Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Montana Reverse Site Visit with NSF
DESCRIPTION:The Reverse Site Visit is required in Year 2 of an RII Track-1 project. Montana is scheduled to meet with NSF On April 3\, 2025.The RSV is a review/evaluation conducted by teams of external reviewers and the NSF staff. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee more events related to K-12 Educator Professional Development
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/2025-montana-reverse-site-visit-with-nsf/
LOCATION:Montana
CATEGORIES:Montana State University,NSF EPSCoR,SMART FIRES internal event
ORGANIZER;CN="SMART FIRES - Montana NSF EPSCoR":MAILTO:info@mtnsfepscor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260717T182648Z
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SUMMARY:Plants and Pollinators Palooza
DESCRIPTION:The Plants and Pollinators Palooza will feature short presentations from the Bumble Bee Atlas project as well as the Montana Native Plant Society’s Citizen Botany project. There will be an educational overview of both projects as well as an outdoor component putting into practice what participants have learned about plants and pollinators. We have limited availability\, so register ASAP. Refreshments will be served. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee more events related to K-12 Educator Professional Development
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/plants-and-pollinators-palooza-2025/
LOCATION:Bozeman Public Library
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science Events,Public Outreach
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ORGANIZER;CN="MSU Science Math Resource Center":MAILTO:smrc@montana.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250908T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250911T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T164709Z
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SUMMARY:2025 SMART FIRES All Hands Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The SMART FIRES 3rd annual meeting was held at Montana State University from Monday\, September 8th\, through Tuesday\, September 9th. Read the meeting recap. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee more events related to K-12 Educator Professional Development
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/smart-fires-year-3-all-hands-meeting/
LOCATION:Montana State University
CATEGORIES:Montana State University,SMART FIRES internal event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260717T182619Z
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SUMMARY:Explore & Observe: An Earth Week Citizen Science Program
DESCRIPTION:April is Citizen Science month! Join us for this free\, family-friendly program to explore the beautiful Indreland Audubon Wetland Preserve in downtown Bozeman while learning how you can contribute meaningful scientific data—locally\, statewide\, and globally. \n\n\n\nPlease check the map for parking options and plan a few extra minutes to walk the trail to our meeting location. \n\n\n\nAt the welcome station\, you’ll check in\, grab a name tag\, and be guided to the Kingfisher Pavilion\, where you’ll learn about this collaborative event between Montana State University’s SMART FIRES project and the Sacajawea Audubon Society. \n\n\n\nDuring the evening\, you’ll: \n\n\n\n\nLearn what citizen science is and why it matters\n\n\n\nExplore popular bird\, plant\, air quality\, and weather‑related citizen science apps\n\n\n\nTake photos at one or more of the Preserve’s Chronolog photo monitoring stations\n\n\n\nLearn about ongoing conservation and research at the Preserve\n\n\n\nDiscover upcoming hands‑on citizen science opportunities\n\n\n\nJoin the Montana Citizen Science Network & have a chance to win a PurpleAir Zen air quality monitor (nearly $300 value)\n\n\n\n\nThere will also be activities for young children. \n\n\n\nLight snacks & refreshments will be provided.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that dogs and other four‑legged friends should stay home. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee more events related to K-12 Educator Professional Development
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/explore-observe-an-earth-week-citizen-science-program/
LOCATION:Indreland Audubon Wetland Preserve\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science Events,Public Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260609T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260609T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T181347Z
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SUMMARY:The 2026 Wildfire and Smoke Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Hear from regional experts about wildfire forecasts\, drought and fuel conditions\, smoke preparedness\, climate trends\, and strategies to protect indoor air quality this summer. \n\n\n\n📅 Tuesday\, June 9🕕 6:00 PM \n\n\n\n📍 Simulcast locations:• Flathead Valley Community College (777 Grandview Dr.\, Kalispell\, MT 59901)• Missoula Public Library (455 E. Main St.\, Missoula\, MT 59802) \n\n\n\n💻 Or attend remotely via Zoom: register at bit.ly/MTwildfireoutlook \n\n\n\nPanelists include experts from the National Weather Service\, Montana Climate Office\, USDA Forest Service\, Climate Smart Missoula\, and more.As communities across Montana prepare for wildfire and smoke impacts\, informed conversations and preparedness are more important than ever.Hosted during Montana Wildfire Smoke Ready Week.
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/the-2026-wildfire-and-smoke-outlook/
LOCATION:Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260803T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260805T153000
DTSTAMP:20260611T203349Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Stem Summer Institute
DESCRIPTION:The 8th Annual STEM Summer Institute (SSI) is a Montana-made professional learning experience designed for K-12 educators.  Leave with practical strategies\, classroom-ready resources\, and renewed confidence to integrate STEM in ways that are relevant\, rigorous\, and engaging for students. Engage in breakout sessions and learning experiences of your choice\, collaboration with peers\, get inspired by our keynote speaker and national and local STEM educators.  \n\n\n\nThis year\, SMART FIRES is an SSI Gold Sponsor\, and will be hosting the Welcome Reception at Museum of the Rockies from 5:30-7:00 PM on Monday.
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/2026-stem-summer-institute/
LOCATION:Inspiration Hall\, Norm Asbjornson Hall\, Montana State University\, W Grant St\, Bozeman\, Montana\, 59715\, United States
CATEGORIES:K-12 Educator Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260923T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T183154Z
CREATED:20260609T183115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T183154Z
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SUMMARY:SMART FIRES Year 4 All Hands Meeting
DESCRIPTION:SMART FIRES internal annual meeting convenes in Missoula.
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/smart-fires-year-4-all-hands-meeting/
LOCATION:Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260602T234208Z
CREATED:20260529T170544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T234208Z
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SUMMARY:32nd annual OpTeC Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Montana State University’s Optical Technology Center (OpTeC) conference highlights optical science and engineering and is where undergraduate and graduate students\, research staff\, and faculty report on recent developments in optics at Montana State University. Companies will also share new developments in industry. After a day of oral presentations\, a highlight of the meeting is always the evening catered poster session that includes many local and regional businesses. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee more events related to K-12 Educator Professional Development
URL:https://smartfires.mtnsfepscor.org/our-event/32nd-annual-optec-conference/
LOCATION:Inspiration Hall\, Norm Asbjornson Hall\, Montana State University\, W Grant St\, Bozeman\, Montana\, 59715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Montana State University
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montana State University's Optical Technology Center (OpTeC)":MAILTO:optec@montana.edu
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