My Interest In Science Was First Encouraged By A Female Teacher…Senior Year
Olivia Monforte’s interest in science was not encouraged, until she had a female science teacher senior year.
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These Teen Scientists Developed A Way To Use Tobacco To Save Sharks
That tub of skin moisturizer in your bathroom might contain shark liver. No, really.
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I Thought I’d Never Enjoy STEM, But I Was Wrong
Since kindergarten, I was told “you’re just not a math and science kid. Stick to humanities.” So why even try?
How to Pitch: Lessons from Women in Tech
Earlier this year, I attended the Girls in Tech Amplify Women Pitch competition in San Francisco. As an aspiring founder,…
Interning While Black: Battling Imposter Syndrome
I’ve been interning at a tech company that makes mobile apps. Being young, black and Muslim, it’s a little intimidating working in a place without many people of color.
I Want To Break Gender Barriers, So I’m Going Into Construction
I considered studying computer science…but I ultimately opted for less screen time and more hammer time.
Words Of Wisdom From A Tech Activist Unicorn
Danielle Olson is getting her PhD in electrical engineering and computer science at MIT. She’s also a black female activist. So what is it like being a minority of a minority at one of the most elite schools in the country?
A 17-Year-Old Made A Computer Program That Raps… But Is It Art?
Some choice RapBot lyrics: “I’ll touch every curve of your favorite author/No more wasting time, you can’t roam without Caesar/Back when Gucci was the best summer ever”
Hidden No More: STEM Spotlight Shines On ‘Hidden Figures’ Like MIT’s Joy Buolamwini
A whole new generation is discovering that they have long played a key role in advancing humanity’s frontiers.