The participants in the 2017 Smithsonian Emerging Leadership Develpment Program were honored at a graduation ceremony Feb 6. Continue reading Diversity and collaboration are hallmarks of Smithsonian’s emerging leaders
The 2017 Smithsonian Education Awards for Achievement and Innovation were presented by Secretary David Skorton Dec. 7. Continue reading 2017 Education Awards recognize excellence and creativity
Every year, the American Association of Zoo Keepers recognizes outstanding individuals in the animal care profession. At this year’s Awards Ceremony held Aug. 29, several National Zoo staff were honored. Continue reading NZP staff recognized at annual conference
The founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture received an honorary doctor of humane letters from Georgetown University Jan. 25. Continue reading Lonnie Bunch receives honorary degree
Charlie Conroy of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics recognized bu the American Astronomical Society. Continue reading CfA’s Conroy recognized by American Astronomical Society
The Biodiversity Heritage Library, which aims to provide free and open online access to all we know about the world’s lifeforms, has been recognized with the inaugural award from the Digital Library Federation. Continue reading The Biodversity Heritage Library honored for collaboration and community-building
The Air and Space Museum is ranked among the Top 10 museums in the United States, according to Trip Advisor. Continue reading Air and Space Among Top 10 Museum Destinations
We all hear about the superstars—the colleagues who make scientific breakthroughs or uncover brilliant young artists or unravel historic mysteries—but what about those colleagues who do exceptional work at indispensable jobs that never make the news? Meet this year’s Unsung Heroes, Smithsonian staff who, day in and day out, make the Smithsonian a great Institution. Continue reading Going the Extra Mile Every Day: The 2016 Unsung Hero Awards
Earlier this month, Smithsonian staff gathered in the Castle Commons in Washington, D.C., to honor the recipients of this year’s Smithsonian Education Awards: the Tropical Research Institute’s Public Programs Director Sharon Ryan, and The Q?rius Team of The Coralyn W. Whitney Science Education Center, National Museum of Natural History. The Achievement Award, presented by Smithsonian… Continue reading 2015 Education Awards honor achievement and innovation
Underwater is not a natural environment for humans–fraught with danger, including sharks. Two STRI colleagues have been recognized for their dedication to shark research and diving safety. Continue reading Diving deep brings rewards for STRI researchers
You like us, you really like us! (Most of the time, anyway.) Continue reading The Strength of the Smithsonian: Results of the Volunteer Survey
Dr. Skorton takes some time to visit with our volunteers and introduce a new feature on Torch, Volunteer Voices. Continue reading The Value of Our Volunteers
You like us, you really like us! (Most of the time, anyway.) Continue reading The Strength of the Smithsonian: Results from the Smithsonian Volunteer Survey
We took a closer look at some underappreciated women this week (aren’t they all?) and learned that for some species, size really does matter. Continue reading ICYMI: Highlights from the week that was April 8 – April 14, 2018
April 23, 1900. Congress authorizes the Smithsonian to exhibit Benjamin Franklin's printing press at the New York Printing Exposition. There is even some historical evidence that Franklin actually used the press once. Continue reading Today in Smithsonian History: April 23, 1900
