MEEKER | Beverly R. DeVore-Wedding, Ph.D., adjunct science instructor at Nebraska Indian Community College and 2024 Educational Fellow with the American Association for the Advancement of Science, assumed the role of 2025–2026 president of the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) on June 1.
NSTA is the world’s largest professional organization dedicated to advancing science education. DeVore-Wedding brings more than three decades of experience as a teacher, curriculum developer, and educational leader to the role.
“NSTA is honored to welcome Bev as our new president,” said Interim CEO Bob Lay. DeVore-Wedding taught high school and community college science and math in Colorado for over 25 years. She joined Nebraska Indian Community College in 2014 as a chemistry instructor and lab coordinator, later returning in 2023 to teach remotely. From 2019 to 2023, she also trained future educators at Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado.
She holds bachelor’s degrees in botany and science education and a master’s in botany from the University of Wyoming, a master’s in science education from Montana State University, and a Ph.D. in teaching, curriculum and learning from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She also holds professional teaching certifications in Colorado and Wyoming.
“Thirty-five years ago, as a novice teacher in rural Colorado, NSTA played a pivotal role in shaping my journey,” DeVore-Wedding said. “I’m deeply honored to give back by serving as its president.”
In addition to her teaching, DeVore-Wedding has served in leadership roles across numerous science education organizations, including the Colorado Association of Science Teachers and the National Science Education Leadership Association. Within NSTA, she has held positions such as High School Division Director and chair of multiple advisory boards and committees.
A published author and experienced presenter, she has contributed to journals including The Science Teacher, Tribal College and University Research Journal, and School Science and Mathematics. Her work focuses on project-based learning, indigenous science education, and rural teacher resilience.
