Beverly DeVore-Wedding Elected President of National Science Teaching Association

Beverly R. DeVore-Wedding, Ph.D., an adjunct science instructor at Nebraska Indian Community College and a 2024 Educational Fellow for the American Association for the Advancement of Science, has been elected as the 2025–2026 President of the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA). This appointment underscores the importance of leadership in science education that prioritizes inclusivity and community engagement. DeVore-Wedding's extensive experience and dedication to science education highlight her readiness to guide NSTA, the world's largest professional organization dedicated to transforming science education for all learners.

With over 25 years of teaching high school and community college math and science, DeVore-Wedding brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of advocacy for science education. Her leadership roles in various educational organizations and her contributions to science education literature demonstrate her commitment to advancing science teaching methodologies. Her presidency is expected to further NSTA's mission of providing resources and professional learning opportunities to science educators worldwide.

DeVore-Wedding's personal journey with NSTA, from a novice teacher to its president, exemplifies the organization's impact on individual educators and the broader science education community. Her vision for NSTA includes fostering a supportive community for science educators and enhancing science education to benefit all learners, reflecting her lifelong dedication to the field. This leadership transition is pivotal for NSTA as it continues to advocate for high-quality science education and professional development for educators at all levels.