Montreal Gazette’s Josh Freed and Dr. Joe Schwarcz, Director of the McGill OSS, will have a lively conversation about the past 25 years of the Office for Science and Society on Thursday, May 23, 2024. The event will take place at the Otto Maass Chemistry Building at McGill University, located at 801 Sherbrooke Street, at the corner of Sherbrooke and University.
The evening will start with a reception at 6:30 PM, followed by the main event at 7 PM. During this event, intriguing discussions on the fun and challenges faced by the Office for Science and Society over the years will be held. Additionally, entertaining demonstrations showcasing the unique approach of the OSS to science communication will be presented.
Please note that this event will only be held in person, with no virtual option available. However, it will be recorded and made available for viewing after the live event. Registration is required to secure your spot for this engaging conversation between Josh Freed and Dr. Joe Schwarcz.
The Office for Science and Society (OSS) is a program that has been dedicated to providing accessible science education to people from all walks of life since its inception in 1998. Over the past quarter-century, it has accomplished many great things – from developing innovative educational programs to conducting cutting-edge research in fields like climate change and public health.
One of its most notable achievements is its “Molecular Expressions” program, which uses art to make science more accessible and engaging for students. Another successful initiative is its “Science Matters” podcast series, which covers topics like climate change, artificial intelligence and space exploration.
Despite its successes over the years, there have also been challenges faced by the OSS – from funding cuts to finding ways to communicate complex scientific concepts to non-scientists.
During this special event on May 23rd at McGill University’s Otto Maass Chemistry Building
