Media mentions: Luft featured in Athens Banner-Herald, 11Alive

Julie A. Luft, the Athletic Association Professor of Science Education and Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies Education, was featured in articles from the Athens Banner-Herald and 11Alive about a recent $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation awarded to UGA to strengthen science education in Georgia.

Luft will lead the program, “National STEM Teacher Corps Pilot Program: Strengthening Georgia Science Teachers Through a Teaching Corps, Mentoring, and Leadership Development,” which will develop three hubs to highlight science teachers and provide professional development opportunities across the state.

Read the full stories on the Athens Banner-Herald and 11Alive websites.