Workshops
USCo is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists in the best communication techniques and practices. We hold quarterly workshops on a variety of science communication topics at the request of our audience.
Upcoming Workshops
Coming Soon!
Previous Worshops
Connect and Communicate
USCo hosted our first workshop of 2026 in collaboration with the Stark Science and Learning Center (SSLC). Science communication professionals at SSLC came out to teach our group about: Journalism, Podcasting, & Video; Education Research &
Assessment; Curriculum Design & Hands-On
Engagement; and Writing for K12, Public, & Health Care (Patient) Audiences
Podcasting for Scientists
Dr. Jason Shepherd, a Professor in the University of Utah's Neurobiology Department and co-host of This Week in Neuroscience, gave a Q&A for USCo members on how to create and maintain a science podcast.
Science Writing and Blogging
USCo's first workshop featured University of Utah's very own communications professional, Sophia Friesen. Sophia guided our group through activities geared towards creating exciting, accessible science blog articles.