Dr. Frances Lawrenz, affiliated faculty member to the STEM Educaton Center, has been awarded the 2014 NARST Distinguished Contributions to Science Education through Research Award. This award is presented to recognize an individual who, through research over an extended period of time, has made outstanding and continuing contributions, provided notable leadership, and made a substantial impact in the area of science education. Dr. Lawrenz will be presented with a plaque at the NARST Awards Luncheon on April 1st, 2014 at the NARST Conference in Pittsburgh, PA.