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05/24/2018
Tech Update May 2018
If a user is associated with a school they will now see an instruction button. By clicking on it, users can access detailed instructions on how how to use student accounts.  >>

05/23/2018
NOAA’s Adopt a Drifter Program Engages Schools in Ocean Climate Science – Adopt a Drifter Today!
The mission of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA’s) Adopt a Drifter Program (ADP) is to establish scientific partnerships between schools around the world and to engage students in activities and communication about ocean climate science. GLOBE schools are invited to adopt a drifter today!  >>

05/22/2018
U.S. GLOBE Partners Highlight Accomplishments at 2018 North America Regional Meeting
The Purdue University GLOBE Partnership hosted the North America Regional Meeting (NARM) and a Pedosphere Train-the-Trainer 26-29 March 2018 in West Lafayette, Indiana, USA.  >>

05/21/2018
Join the GLOBE Community: eTraining Availabe Now – Protocol Training Made Easy!
Tip of the Week: GLOBE eTraining provides the opportunity for new and existing GLOBE users to complete science protocol training at anytime, anywhere. GLOBE eTraining consists of multiple downloadable training modules, interactive digital field and lab experiences, online assessments for each module, and access to support through online discussion forums. Thanks to eTraining, teachers can join the GLOBE community today!  >>

05/18/2018
U.S. Department of State Highlights GLOBE Scientist Helping Citizen Scientists Act as “Agents of Change” in Battle Against Zika
A recent DipNote blog (the official blog of the U.S. Department of State) highlighted a long-time GLOBE Earth Scientist, Russanne (Rusty) Low, and her innovative project to teach citizen scientists to roll down their sleeves and engage in the battle against infectious disease outbreaks – including the current Zika outbreak – with the help of the GLOBE Observer App.  >>

05/17/2018
18 May: GLOBE Mission EARTH Student Follow-up Webinar: “GLOBE Green-Up”
U.S. Community: GLOBE Mission EARTH (GME) will host a webinar on Tuesday, 15 May (8:00 p.m. EDT): “GLOBE Green-Up.” A student follow-up webinar will take place on Friday, 18 May (1:00 p.m. EDT).  >>

05/15/2018
GLOBE Community: Need a Project Collaborator? Find One Today – Collaboration Made Easy!
Tip of the Week: Need a Project Collaborator? Then visit the GLOBE website and use this handy tool to find GLOBE community members who are interested in collaborating on GLOBE projects, protocols, and/or other activities!  >>

05/10/2018
Today (10 May): Join the Phase III ENSO Connection and Communication Webinar: “North Meets South”
The next Phase III GLOBE ENSO (El Niño Southern Oscillation) Student Research Campaign Connection and Communication webinar will be held Tuesday, 10 May, at 12:00 p.m. EDT (13:00 Argentina and Suriname/16:00 UTC): North Meets South.”  >>

05/10/2018
GLOBE Observer App Enhancements Now Available – Observations Made Easy!
Tip of the Week: The GLOBE Observer app is now enhanced with a number of new features and fixes. A recent update fixed several bugs, and reduced the download size of the app by approximately 50 percent. Additions included an "Opt-in" feature, new information links, an instruction graphic, and links that take users directly to the GLOBE Observer website and social media accounts.  >>

05/03/2018
STEM Professional? Join the GLOBE International STEM Network – Mentoring Made Easy!
Tip of the Week: The GLOBE International STEM Network (GISN) is an international network of STEM professionals (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) that work with GLOBE students around the world conducting science. As an invaluable member of the GISN, you can mentor students and teachers, present scientific ideas, and/or collaborate on scientific research. Each relationship between a STEM professional and a GLOBE school is unique, and is determined by the STEM professional and the school.  >>