STEMconnector is excited to share the news that as of December 11th, Ted Wells steps into the role of President, bringing a new chapter of leadership and innovation to the organization. In an email to the STEMconnector community, Pod Network CEO Dr. Webber said, “Ted has been an instrumental force in STEMconnector’s evolution since our inception …
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As headlines consistently remind us, healthcare is not only unevenly distributed, there remain deeply entrenched inequities and adverse outcomes for some, especially when it comes to gender. One foundational place to begin to change this dynamic is healthcare education, particularly around how we teach human anatomy. A more inclusive healthcare education intentionally focused on how …
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Will Glauberman, a junior at New Trier High School just 15 miles north of Chicago, has always loved math. Today, he is sharing his love of math with over 60 students in grades K-6 through a community Math Circle, an out-of-school experience whereby older/more advanced mathematicians guide students’ exploration of math and problem solving… for fun! …
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In today’s world, it is increasingly apparent that dependence on external sources for materials that are essential to our economy can create significant risks to stability and, consequently, national security. Additionally, as countries continue to come to grips with the looming impacts of climate change, it is clear that actions to mitigate must be taken. …
In July, STEMconnector and BioMADE teamed up to host an Innovation Lab at the College of San Mateo. The workshop was designed to foster new collaborations and partnerships, and support a robust and resilient bioindustrial manufacturing workforce. The goals were to: Build new connections with stakeholders across the bioindustrial manufacturing landscape; Engage in interactive programming …
STEMconnector, in partnership with Intel, released its latest ebook aimed at informing and inspiring more students to pursue pathways in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). The ebook titled, Connecting the World is STEM, is sponsored by Intel and provides an overview of the semiconductor industry, including an exploration of microchips, semiconductors, integrated circuits, and advanced manufacturing. …
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Recently UScellular™ and JASON Learning teamed up for an innovative STEM learning experience called, Connected Storm Sanctuary Design Thinking Mission. For this unique contest, middle and high school students reimagined solutions and made prototypes using mobile technologies to create a better storm sanctuary for families to seek connection, communication, and safety during and after a …
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In honor of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Million Women Mentors (MWM) had the privilege to partner with OLAY for a forthright and insightful 90-minute heart-to-heart event, Females Face the STEM Gap: Mentoring and Beyond. During the event, female STEM professionals shared the journeys leading to their STEM careers and the …
We all need a champion. Someone to believe in us, in our potential and light the path to a brighter future. The same is true for STEM. Instead of one, this champion needs to be a team spanning the US, made up of the brightest and most dedicated minds. Looking at you corporate America. Filling …
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NEW YORK, N.Y. (June 22, 2021) – Despite meaningful and sustained efforts, the STEM talent deficit remains, with insufficient talent available to meet the demand. A new whitepaper from STEMconnector and McGraw Hill offers valuable insights from educators, administrators and employers regarding the position of two-year colleges in the STEM ecosystems and how opportunities can be …
