Developing Science Literacy
The goal of the Citizen Science program at Bard College is to provide students with opportunities to develop their personal science literacy through hands-on, real-world coursework and projects. We ask: What does it mean to be scientifically literate? What is the role of citizens when it comes to weighing in on important scientific issues? How can citizens find and better understand the scientific information they need in order to meet the challenges and scientific issues in their lives? What are the skills we all need in order to adequately and thoroughly interpret scientific claims, and how can we be sure that the conduct, analysis, and interpretation of science are not unduly influenced by political or other potentially distorting factors?First-Year Experience Resources
2024 Program Dates
Arrival Day is Tuesday, January 9
Opening sessions will be held Wednesday, January 10
Classes begin at 9:00 am on Thursday, January 11
Opening sessions will be held Wednesday, January 10
Classes begin at 9:00 am on Thursday, January 11
Congressman Delgado with Bard Professor and Citizen Science Director Mary Krembs.
News and Events
Congressman Antonio Delgado Visits Bard Citizen Science Program
Congressman Antonio Delgado spoke with Bard Citizen Science students in the Reem-Kayden Center about the health risks associated with PFAS chemicals, and his legislation to combat their proliferation.
Photo by Pete Mauney '93 MFA '00
Developing Science Literacy
“This required program is designed to give all students the tools, attitudes, and motivation to use science and mathematics concepts in their daily lives.” —Leon Botstein, President, Bard College
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