D.C. Science Writers Association

We had a blast yesterday at the happy hour hosted with the Johns Hopkins University Science Writing Program. We'll see you soon for other events, ducks! 🦆

Rescheduled: Join us for a happy hour with the Johns Hopkins Science Writing Program on Wednesday, February 11 at Astro Beer Hall in DC from 6-8 PM. The venue is located at 1306 G St NW, and it is accessible via the metro red line (Metro Center) or green line (Gallery Place/Chinatown).

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Book Talk: Seeing Differently - A New Way to Look at Science . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Science progresses as we find new views on what we already know. Join two D.C. Science Writers Association (DCSWA) authors for a virtual discussion about their recent books, which explore the wonders ...

Don't forget to register using this link: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

YouTube video by Greenbelt Access Television Seeing Differently - A New Look at Science - Book Talk on February 3rd

We're looking forward to our Book Talk: Seeing Differently – A New Way to Look at Science on February 3, with authors Amy Hansen and James Riordon. www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCEh...

...We want this year's programming to be as useful and relevant as possible for our members.

If you would like to propose a panel or session for PDD, email your idea to president [at] dcswa [dot] org.

DCSWA's annual Professional Development Day (PDD) is our organization's flagship event, drawing up to 150 local science writers, storytellers, journalists, and communicators for a full day of learning and networking...

Save the Date: Professional Development Day will be held on May 9, 2026 at George Washington University.

..."Crush: Close Encounters with Gravity," will join us for an evening conversation with DCSWA members.

Registration: 🔗 dcswa.org/event/book-t...

Upcoming webinar: Join us on Tuesday, February 3 at 7 PM for a book talk about what happens when you find new perspectives of an old subject. Amy S. Hansen, author of "Wanda Hears the Stars: A Blind Astronomer Listens to the Universe," and James R. Riordon, author of...

Join DCSWA: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/join-us

YouTube video by DC Science Writers Association Book Talk: Paws-itive Results: How Dogs Help Science

Huge thanks to our book authors, Lindsay Cordero & Melanie D.G. Kaplan, for yesterday's talk about the role that dogs have played in scientific efforts. If you missed the webinar, check out our YouTube channel to find the complete video recording.

Watch the video: 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjjm...

Upcoming webinar: Join us on Monday, December 1 at 7 PM for a book talk on the intersection between dogs and science, with a special focus on one doggo profession: truffle hunting.

Register: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

We had a great time tonight with everyone who came to our happy hour for federal workers. See you next time, ducks 🦆!

Upcoming event: Join us on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 3-5 PM at the Reservoir Park Recreation Center playground to mingle and chat about science writing while the kids roam free. Light snacks will be provided for the kids, and in case of bad weather, the gathering will move to an indoor spot.

📍Closest metro station is Foggy Bottom on the orange-blue-silver lines.

Upcoming event: Join us for a joint happy hour with local scientists and federal workers on Wednesday, November 12, at Ris from 5:30-7:30 PM. Network with fellow science writers, local scientists, and federal workers, and enjoy reduced price cocktails and bar bites.

It’s official! 🔔 Registration is open for our annual holiday party to be held on Friday, December 5 in Busboys and Poets. Get your tickets while they last: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6415252

...to showcase their musical gifts in 7 minutes or less. Join the duck side! 🦆

Registration details: coming soon.
Mic session sign-up: 🔗 docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

Save the date for DCSWA's annual holiday party 🎉 : on Friday, December 5, we'll gather in Busboys and Poets for a night of fun conversations, drinks and good food. This year, following our tradition to host a book giveaway, we'll be introducing an open mic session for members...

Science journalists: the Uproot Project is hosting a series of events on environmental reporting in Washington, DC, from October 20–23, with a special focus on trust in the media. Full lineup and registration information here: 🔗 sej.org/calendar/upr...

Update: this event has been cancelled.

Snaps from Thursday night’s Quacktoberfest! 🦆🍻 Thanks for coming out to gather with us.

For more events like this, become a DCSWA member to access the Quacker newsletter: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/join-us

MEDIA ADVISORY: AI for Public Good: UMD Demo Day… | UMD Right Now

Feel like driving a Mario Kart-inspired system that tracks data on self-driving vehicles? Or observing an underwater AI-powered drone that photographs oysters in a neutral buoyancy tank?

Register: 🔗 umdrightnow.umd.edu/media-adviso...

Upcoming event: experience the future of AI at the University of Maryland on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 10 AM to 2 PM, including interactive demos from safer autonomous vehicles to sustainable oyster populations.

Address: 1759 Columbia Rd NW Washington DC 20009. Registration is required, and tickets are $15: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/event-6308918

Upcoming event: Join us on Sunday, Oct. 18 from 3-4 PM at Because Science for a crafting party. We’ll be creating collages from electronic waste for roughly an hour and then head to a nearby restaurant for some food.

Are you enjoying the benefits of networking with DMV science writers and want to become part of our community? Consider becoming a DCSWA member, which includes access to our exclusive newsletter, jobs board, social events, and more perks!

Join us today: 🔗 dcswa.wildapricot.org/join-us

Upcoming event: Join us on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 6-8 PM at Prost DC for some Bavarian-themed foods and drinks along with our friends from ASJA, SEJ, and NASW. Registration is not required, and the closest metro station is Gallery Place-Chinatown. 📍Address: 919 5th St NW, Washington, DC 20001.

Upcoming afternoon dates: Oct. 24 and Nov. 28 at 2 PM. Register here: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0yS1sKcNQOOVHES6F-JeRQ#/registration

Let's stay in check with our Science Writing Accountability Group. Join us for any of the dates below.

Upcoming morning dates: Oct. 10 and Nov 14. at 11:00 AM. Register here: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/bZxK58h7TkeC33eA3iVdkQ#/registration