Building a Culture of Civic Engagement in STEM: Resources

We’ve got the resources you need to better understand and communicate how science, voting, and democracy are interrelated–and the crucial role that the STEM community plays in supporting our democracy.

Why scientists need democracy

• “The Shared Fate of Science and Democracy”  
• “Scientists must get involved in democracy reform” 
• Building a healthier democracy 

Connecting STEM disciplines and voting

• Science and Civics Guide
• STEMocracy Handbook 
• You are more than your field of study
• Why STEM majors should vote
  • Environmental Justice
  • Computer Science
  • Engineering Example: A PhD Engineer Giving Back to Her Alabama Community 
  • Mathematics
  • Physics — Example: Astrophysicist Uses Analytical Skills to Make a Difference on Earth  

The connection between environmental justice and voting

• Building a Healthier Democracy: The Link between Voting Rights and Environmental Justice  
• Our Unhealthy Democracy: How Voting Restrictions Harm Public Health—and What We Can Do About It 

Featured photo: Anthony Eyring/UCS