“I’m a science resource teacher in Hawaii and came across your PowerPoint called “STEM and You” and I was very impressed with it. One of my tasks is to spread awareness about STEM and STEM careers for students here in Hawaii. I write to ask for permission to use some of your slides in our presentations to Hawaii teachers.”
Science Teacher Uses “STEM and You!” Slides in Presentation
April 29th, 2012 by Rich Feller
Posted in: Counselors, Educators, Material
Ethnically Same Mentor’s Boost STEM Career Commitments
April 26th, 2012 by Brad Graham
This article highlights evidence-based research that suggests same-ethnicity mentors encourage underrepresented groups in pursuing careers in STEM related fields.
Posted in: Counselors, Educators, Students
Forbes List of Best Colleges for Women and Minorities in STEM
March 2nd, 2012 by Rich Feller
Higher education can do more to help two big groups succeed in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. Read more here.
Posted in: Counselors, Educators
One list of 10 Best Colleges for Females in STEM Field
March 1st, 2012 by Rich Feller
Some colleges are working hard to even out their enrollments in STEM fields by attracting more female applicants and helping them stay until graduation. Read more about the list of best colleges here.
Posted in: College, Counselors, Students
How to Save the World through Science and Engineering
February 26th, 2012 by Noah Clark
Grades 6-12 are invited to create a short video explaining how to “Save the World through Science and Engineering”. Parents, educators, counselors, get your students to compete in this for the chance to win $2000 (first prize) and a travel stipend to Washington DC to attend the festival.
Research Experience of Undergraduates
February 15th, 2012 by Noah Clark
The National Science Foundation has a Research Experience of Undergraduates program. Go here for more information on this great program.
Posted in: Counselors, Educators, Parents, research, Students, Undergraduate
Assessing the Cultural Context of STEM Pursuits
February 12th, 2012 by Rich Feller
Angela Byars-Winston reports on ways to recruit and retain women and girls in STEM. Read more from the article.
Posted in: Counselors, Educators, Students, Women
Need More Women In Your Technology Class?
January 21st, 2012 by Noah Clark
If you want to improve your woman enrollment in your technology class, check out what IWITTS has to offer.
Posted in: Counselors, Educators, Technology, Women
