Our Collaborations

The University of Toledo partners with many organizations in pursuit of its goals under GLOBE Mission EARTH. Check out the links below to visit some of our partnering organizations!

Dr. Michael Notaro - University of Madison-Wisconsin (UW)
The University of Toledo partners with Dr. Michael Notaro at the University of Madison-Wisconsin, along with David Bydlowski (Wayne RESA), to lead the efforts of the GLOBE Midwest Collaborative in Earth System Science.
GLOBE Midwest Collaborative Earth System Team
GLOBE Mission EARTH/University of Toledo is active in GLOBE's Midwest Collaborative Earth System Team, along with other GLOBE partners from around the Midwest.

Dr. Michael Jobot - State University of New York (SUNY) - Fredonia
The University of Toledo partners with Dr. Michael Jabot at SUNY Fredonia on our B-WET Great Lakes GLOBE work training teachers to utilize GLOBE protocols with their students in investigating the Great Lakes region.

Dr. Mitchell Klett - Northern Michigan University (NMU)
The University of Toledo partners with Dr. Mitchell Klett at Northern Michigan University (NMU) on our B-WET Great Lakes GLOBE work training teachers to utilize GLOBE protocols with their students in investigating the Great Lakes region. 

GLOBE AREN Project
The AEROKATS and ROVER Education Network (AREN) introduces NASA technologies and practices in authentic, experiential learning environments. Low-cost instrumented systems for in-situ and remotely sensed Earth observations include kite-based “AEROKATS”, and remotely controlled aquatic and land-based “ROVERS”.

GLOBE Arctic and Earth Signs
The Arctic and Earth Signs project is based at the University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center, and connects youth and adults to climate change and Earth science learning through inquiry-based GLOBE investigations and community stewardship projects. Come collaborate with NASA and Arctic scientists to make a difference!

Partners in Education
Partners in Education is a non-profit organization that develops programming for area K-12 schools and fosters partnerships with schools by engaging businesses, nonprofit agencies and faith partners in service to students.

Student Watershed Watch - TMACOG
The Student Watershed Watch (SWW) helps our region’s young people to appreciate our streams, so they may grow to be wise stewards. Each year the SWW brings hundreds of students together from urban and rural school districts in the Maumee Area of Concern to learn about our local environment.

NASA Challenger Learning Center - ESC Lake Erie West, OH
As a leader in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education; Challenger Center and its international network of more than 40 Challenger Learning Centers use space-themed simulated learning environments to engage students in dynamic, hands-on opportunities. 

WGBH
"WGBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives." 

STARnet - Science-Technology Activities for Libraries
The Science‐Technology Activities and Resources [STAR] Library Network (STAR Net) is a community of library and STEM professionals that work together to strengthen STEAM learning in public libraries nationwide. 

ROADS on Mars Challenge (Rover Observation and Drone Survey)
The ROADS on Mars challenge gives teams of students grades 3–12 a chance to tackle a mission to Mars, following in the path of the Mars  rover. Teams face challenges including engineering and programming and analysis of biological signatures and geologic features.

Apollo 50 Challenge
The Apollo Next Giant Leap Student (ANGLeS) Challenge is a national challenge celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission by giving students the chance to recreate the landing using drones and robots, focusing on making it accessible for underrepresented and underserved communities.

NESEC - NASA Earth Science Education Collaborative
"The NASA Earth Science Education Collaborative (NESEC) is building pathways between NASA’s Earth STEM assets to large, diverse audiences in order to enhance K-12 teaching and learning, and to provide opportunities for lifelong learners."

Toledo Public Schools - Ohio
Toledo Public Schools serves more than 22,000 students in two preschools, 40 elementary schools and nine high schools. GLOBE Mission EARTH at the University of Toledo partner with many local TPS facilities and teachers.

Defiance College - Ohio
"Defiance College graduates students to lead distinctive lives in their chosen professions through a spirit of service by preparing them To Know, To Understand, To Lead, and To Serve."

St. Peter's School - Mansfield, Ohio
"St. Peter’s School, founded in 1868, strives to promote a Christian atmosphere in all phases of its programs. By focusing on respect for one another, we foster an attitude of caring and concern for others regardless of cultural or religious background or special needs."

NASA MUREP - Minority University Research and Education Project
"MUREP engages underrepresented populations through a wide variety of initiatives. Multiyear grants are awarded to assist Minority Institution faculty and students in research of pertinent missions."