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Polar Science Early Career Community Office
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❄️ Empowering, elevating and supporting the vibrant early career community of the polar sciences. ❄️

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Heading to AGU this December? Be sure to register for the AGU Social for Polar Early Career Researchers happening on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 6:30 - 8:30pm. This event is co-hosted by PSECCO, USAPECS, Polar Impact and the USPA Community Care Committee.
Promo for the AGU 2025 Social for Polar Early Career Researchers header on top of a group photo of past AGU social participants in front of a presentation tile of the AGU Social for Polar Researchers.  Text overlaid under the photo states “Interested in attending? RSVP now - spots are secured on a first come, first served basis!"
November 12, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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November 4, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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📚 Hot off the press: The Polar Early Career World Summit Synthesis Report is now out! Published by @polarsecco.bsky.social and the APECS Directorate.

The voices of 238 early-career polar researchers share priorities for ICARP IV & IPY-5.

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September 9, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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📢 Report: Polar Early Career World Summit

238 polar early career professionals have created a collective vision that highlights not just what research should be pursued, but how we can work together to ensure polar science is impactful, responsible, and resilient in the face of rapid change
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polarsecco.bsky.social Polar Science Early Career Community Office @polarsecco.bsky.social · Sep 10
We are overjoyed to announce the PECWS Synthesis report has been released! Learn about the research priorities, visions and more in our comprehensive synthesis report. This would not have been possible without the contributions of the ECRs and organizations that helped make PECWS such a success!
Image 1: Promo for the PECWS Synthesis Report released header on top of a group photo of PECWS participants with several mountains in the background and grass in the foreground. Text overlaid under the photo states “Read the report and endorse it at: pecws.org/synthesis-report” with photo credits to Lauren Lipuma. Image 2: Promo for the synthesis report with the text “early career priorities for long-term polar research planning” with the link to the report below. A graphic of light blue and white mountains is at the bottom of the promo, with a dark teal background. Image 3: Statistics from the report with text stating “229 contributors, 12 visions, and 75 research priorities” with a dark teal background.
September 11, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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A new generation of early-career polar professionals came to Boulder, CO this spring with a vision to transform how polar research is conducted, funded, and shared with the world. The results are now available in a comprehensive synthesis report buff.ly/iZnxw4o #PECWS @polarsecco.bsky.social
Early-career polar researchers chart course for more collaborative future
PSECCO-hosted summit convenes early-career community from five continents to reimagine polar science
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September 25, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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Want to make Antarctic science heard?
Applications are now open for Ice Narratives, a fellowship translating Antarctic research into policy-relevant multimedia.

Three early career researchers will receive USD 750.
📝 Apply by 30 November 2025:
scar.org/scar-news/ic...

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October 15, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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Please join us on Nov 13 for the next installment of our climate mental health series. Drawing on the knowledge of Elders & ancestral teachings, we will reflect on how stress can affect our ability to learn & thrive, & how we can move from reactivity to proactive care. nna-co.org/outreach/web...
October 1, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Are you an Alaskan undergrad student who is interested in Arctic research & learning from Indigenous and western knowledge holders? You are invited to apply to the NNA Research Experience for Undergraduate Students! Learn more: nna-co.org/nna-research...
October 23, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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Thanks @polarsecco.bsky.social for the chance to present on #WiAA w/ many other wonderful orgs/initiative e.g. @usscar-antarctic.bsky.social @iassa.bsky.social @iasc-arctic.bsky.social and more at the "Overview of Polar Organizations for Early Career Scientists" event. Check out #PSECCO psecco.org
October 29, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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SDUArctic @danitaburke.bsky.social @cwswarstudies.bsky.social @sdu.dk presented today on her #WomenintheArcticandAntarctic initiative
@warcticantarctic.bsky.social at a @polarsecco.bsky.social (psecco.org) early career scholar event. Check out #PSECCO and #WiAA (womeninthearcticandantarctic.ca)
October 29, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Interested in learning how to craft an effective application for your next career move? Learn how to make a resume, CV, or cover letter stand out with Jimena Ugaz from CIRES for a discussion on effective cover letters, key differences between CVs and resume, and utilizing LinkedIn for networking.
Promo for a reminder to attend the CVs, Cover Letters, and Strategic Networking Webinar. Text overlaid on photo states “Learn how to write a stellar job application November 20, 2025 10-11 MT”. An orange and yellow sunset in the background of glaciers and polar waters.
October 29, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Interested in learning more about the various polar organizations that have opportunities for ECRs? PSECCO is excited to host representatives from 16 polar organizations on October 29, 2025 at 10 AM MT to share what they have to offer for the early career community. Register for this event below!
Promo for a reminder to attend the Overview of Polar Organizations for Early Career Researchers event. Text overlaid on photo states “16 organizations will share ways to engage with the community! October 29, 2025 from 10am to 11am MT”. A cloudy sunset behind glaciers at the front of calm polar waters. Promo for a reminder to attend the Overview of Polar Organizations for Early Career Researchers event. Text overlaid on photo states “16 organizations will share ways to engage with the community! October 29, 2025 from 10am to 11am MT”. A cloudy sunset behind glaciers at the front of calm polar waters. Promo for a reminder to attend the Overview of Polar Organizations for Early Career Researchers event. Text overlaid on photo states “16 organizations will share ways to engage with the community! October 29, 2025 from 10am to 11am MT”. A cloudy sunset behind glaciers at the front of calm polar waters.
October 16, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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In the next meet the people of PSECCO, we’re highlighting our awesome, hard-working director: Mariama Dryák-Vallies. Mariama works with members of the early career community and collaborates with the leadership team, advisory board, and staff to make those needs heard. Learn more about her below!
Portrait of Mariama Dryák-Vallies, PSECCO director. Text overlaid on photo" Meet the People of PSECCO". Portrait of Mariama Dryák-Vallies, PSECCO director. Text overlaid on photo" Meet the People of PSECCO". Portrait of Mariama Dryák-Vallies, PSECCO director. Text overlaid on photo" Meet the People of PSECCO". Portrait of Mariama Dryák-Vallies, PSECCO director. Text overlaid on photo" Meet the People of PSECCO".
October 8, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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PECWS synthesized thousands of ideas from all career stages, but now we need YOU to help make that effort count. Please share the PECWS report widely with your networks to endorse the awesome ideas that came from PECWS! cires.colorado.edu/news/early-c...
Promo for a reminder to endorse and share  the PECWS synthesis report.   Text overlaid on photo states “Check out the latest article by CIRES showcasing this early career focused event!” . An orange and red sunset sets behind large glaciers and a body of water, photo credits courtesy of Pixabay.
October 3, 2025 at 12:16 AM
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Registration for this PSECCO international networking event closes tomorrow. Please have your intentions and goals in mind so we can make this event as collaborative and impactful as possible when you register for this event! We look forward to seeing many of you there! The link to register is below
Promo for a reminder to RSVP for the upcomingvPSECCO international networking event. Text overlaid on photo states “Registration closes one week before the event to help sort participants into similar goals and collaborations beforehand. September 24, 2025 7 am AKT | 9 am MT | 11 pm ET” . A researcher drags a sled behind themselves, with a background of the snowy Alaskan mountains, photo credits courtesy of Pixabay.
September 16, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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We are overjoyed to announce the PECWS Synthesis report has been released! Learn about the research priorities, visions and more in our comprehensive synthesis report. This would not have been possible without the contributions of the ECRs and organizations that helped make PECWS such a success!
Image 1: Promo for the PECWS Synthesis Report released header on top of a group photo of PECWS participants with several mountains in the background and grass in the foreground. Text overlaid under the photo states “Read the report and endorse it at: pecws.org/synthesis-report” with photo credits to Lauren Lipuma. Image 2: Promo for the synthesis report with the text “early career priorities for long-term polar research planning” with the link to the report below. A graphic of light blue and white mountains is at the bottom of the promo, with a dark teal background. Image 3: Statistics from the report with text stating “229 contributors, 12 visions, and 75 research priorities” with a dark teal background.
September 10, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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The PECWS Synthesis Report is here! This comprehensive summary document captures the collective voice of 238 early career polar researchers from around the world and identifies their shared priorities for long-term research planning.

Read the full report here: pecws.org/synthesis-re...
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September 4, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Our next Learn & Connect Series webinar will be a panel discussion that explores the intersection of climate change, mental health, and Indigenous perspectives, featuring two members of the Gen Z Climate Mental Health Network. Register for this October 23 event today! nna-co.org/outreach/web...
September 2, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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📣 Upcoming data science training: March 2-6, 2026! Applications are now OPEN for our course Reproducible Approaches to Arctic Research Using R. This training is held on Zoom (in Pacific Time) and will be our only training of 2026, so don’t miss the chance to apply! forms.gle/Tv6enduXfHxX...
September 4, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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Are you new to the PSECCO community or did you miss our latest event? Head on over to YouTube and search “PSECCO - Polar Science Early Career Community Office” to see the breadth of videos hosted on the CIRES CEEE YouTube channel from PSECCO or click the link below.
Are you new to the PSECCO community or did you miss our latest event? Head on over to YouTube and search “PSECCO - Polar Science Early Career Community Office” to see the breadth of videos hosted on the CIRES CEEE YouTube channel from PSECCO or click the link below. Promo for the various videos viewers can watch on the youtube channel including “What to Expect in Antarctica: A Panel Discussion for Researchers Heading South, Polar Data Accessibility Webinar, and Antarctic Governance 101.” A researcher in a bright orange jacket leans over a hole in the ice and water holding a piece of scientific instrumentation over the water’s edge, photo courtesy of Lianna Nixon.
September 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Interested in growing your international network and building potential collaborations in polar science?  Register for PSECCO's international networking event by September 17th, 2025. To learn more about this event, check out the link here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/s8t8v...
Promo for "International Networking Event for Polar Early Career Researchers” hosted by PSECCO on September 24th, 2025. Register to attend the event on September 24, 2025. 7 am AKT | 9 am MT | 11 pm ET. RSVP by September 17, 2025. Image shows colorful houses of green, red, yellow and orange with snowy mountains in background, photo credits courtesy of Jona Silberberg.
August 28, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Deadline to sign up for this year's IARPC Collab Mentorship Program is this Friday, August 22. www.iarpccollaborations.org/iarpc-collab...
polarsecco.bsky.social Polar Science Early Career Community Office @polarsecco.bsky.social · Aug 11
Join the IARPC Mentorship Program for polar scientists supported by PSECCO and USAPECS for a collaborative initiative for the 2025-2026 season. Learn more about this mentorship program with the link below, and applications for this program are due by August 22, 2025.
Promo for “IARPC collaborations mentorship program” panel supported by PSECCO and USAPECS with sign ups due by August 22, 2025. Icebreaker research vessel and glacier in the background.
August 20, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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The comment period for the request for public comment on the National Plan for Arctic Research has been extended to November 15. Learn more about how to submit your comments here: www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
Request for Public Comment: National Plan for Arctic Research
On July 21, 2025, the National Science Foundation (NSF) published in the Federal Register a document entitled "Request for Public Comment: National Plan for Arctic Research." In response to requests b...
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August 12, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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Are you interested in being part of the conversation on Arctic research planning or are curious about what the Arctic Research Plan is and how it is being updated for 2027-2031? Join us for an info session on Sep 18 from 9-10:30am AKT.
Register: iarpc.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
August 22, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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It’s time for another meet the people of PSECCO, next up we have Madison Payne, our amazing events coordinator! Madison (she/her) works with much of the behind the scenes work that makes PSECCO events and planning possible. Learn more about Madison in the post above!
Portrait of Madison Payne, PSECCO support staff. Text overlaid on photo" Meet the People of PSECCO". Portrait of Madison Payne, PSECCO support staff. Text overlaid on photo" Meet the People of PSECCO". Portrait of Madison Payne, PSECCO support staff. Text overlaid on photo" Meet the People of PSECCO". Portrait of Madison Payne, PSECCO support staff. Text overlaid on photo" Meet the People of PSECCO".
August 14, 2025 at 10:47 PM