Since its inception, the Social Studies of Science Student Section (6S) has hosted workshops and events during the annual meetings of the Society for Social Studies of Science (4S) designed to facilitate community among students and junior scholars of science studies, and further opportunities for collaboration.

This year, the 6S pre-conference workshop will take place virtually on Monday, August 17, 2020 (time will be determined based on time zones of participants). The workshop is free to 4S student members and we expect between 40-50 graduate students (PhD/Masters programs or equivalent) to participate.

Participants are expected to complete at least two exercises out of the seven available options. These should be completed in advance of the virtual workshop meeting and participants will then review and engage with each other’s exercises via this platform. Virtual sessions on August 17 will be structured as one-hour sessions organized around each sketch and guest faculty speakers will moderate conversations around the exercises and beyond. We look forward to the community building and discussions!