Outreach

Because therevid flies and the study of systematics are not common everyday topics that the public encounters, members of the Therevid PEET team sometimes take advantage of opportunities to share their experiences and enthusiasm for the knowledge and science with school children, teachers, and parents. They have been mentors for young girls considering careers in science or scientific illustration, helping lessen the discrepancy between men and women entering scientific careers. Their efforts may or may not light a spark that will one day flourish into a future scientist or even entomologist, but their example encourages an understanding of the important role science plays in our society.