Guiding Principles

Science is an indispensable tool for understanding our world, becoming an informed citizen, and enriching people's lives. In today's world, each citizen must have a solid base in the understanding of, and appreciation for, scientific concepts and their essential role in the betterment of humankind.

The Aspen Science Center was formed to offer teachers, students, academics, and the general community a vital center of research, instruction, and exploration of science. It was founded by educators who believe that the practice and study of sound science is essential to all aspects of a well-lived life.

Our Mission

Aspen Science Center 's mission is two-fold: To enrich the knowledge and understanding of the general public in all areas of science-- to catalyze the interest and participation of teachers, students, and the larger community in scientific inquiry by presenting science that is cutting-edge, entertaining, first hand, accessible, relevant, and understandable. We aspire to stimulate curiosity and inspire science learning in all citizens by creating engaging and powerful learning experiences. By creating and expanding a global network of leading researchers, academics, and leaders in the scientific community, Aspen Science Center will also serve as a valuable living resource for the media, thought-leaders, teachers, and students.

Organization

Our goal is to bridge the gap between research, education, and passion for sound science. This understanding will enhance every aspect of our lives.

The Aspen Science Center is a 501 (c)3 founded to bridge the gap between science research and education. The Center will exert leadership in promoting science education in the region, state, and nation. It serves learners of all ages. We will focus our resources on those efforts that have the potential to be most fruitful for improving the knowledge, understanding, teaching and learning of science.

We will employ the latest technology and instructional techniques, including traditional, innovative, formal, and informal methods. These may include student services through an active museum and traveling science programs, teacher education, curriculum development, and research into the teaching and learning of science. In accordance with the interdisciplinary nature of modern scientific inquiry, The Aspen Science Center will enter partnerships with universities and other educational agencies, collaborating with them to serve a broad and diverse audience throughout the United States and beyond.