# Register now for January Mini-Course, Science and Public Policy January 08, 2015 ![jtermcourse.png](/sites/g/files/omnuum9646/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sciencepolicy/files/unnamed.png?itok=GvGxDfTn) Graduate education in the sciences has historically been focused on training students to become capable scientists, with the implicit expectation that a majority of students would eventually pursue research careers. In recent years, however, it has become clear that scientists are becoming a valuable resource outside of academia. The scientists of today must not only be capable of producing research, but also be prepared to engage with the world at large, such as through shaping public policy. This class is designed as a concise and applied introduction to science policy. We will hear from Broad Institute’s Bina Venkataraman who will draw from her experience as Senior Advisor for Climate Change Innovation in the Executive Office of the President, and Randy Salzman, journalist and communications professor specializing in policy issues. An op-ed writing workshop on pressing scientific and technologic issues will close this two-week class. Students will have the opportunity to submit their op-ed piece for publication with Science in the News. Syllabus and registration information are available [here](http://www.gsas.harvard.edu/events_calendar/january_events/student_run_mini-courses/science_and_shaping_public_policy.php). For more information, contact Shayla Salzman () and Pierre Baduel ().The course will meet in Boylston Hall, room 103 on: - Monday January 12th - 10-11:30am - Wednesday January 14th - 10-11:30am - Friday January 16th - 10-11:30am - Monday January 19th - 10-11:30am - Wednesday January 21th - 10-11:30am - Thursday January 22th - 10-11:30am Share on:- [ Facebook ](#) - [ Twitter ](#) - [ Linkedin ](#)