Here are five reasons girls avoid science and math.
This movie did wonders for exposing the world to three African American women in STEM fields and their contributions to the U.S. Space Program. In the movie, the women constantly had to overcome stereotypes and perceptions. Professor Joseph told me that nothing is different today:
I have a very bright 15 year-old daughter that does well in school. She wants to be a Pharmacologist one day . Joseph's point hits home because my wife and I observed subtle examples of this over the years with our daughter because of her confidence, mature body, and willingness to share her opinions.
Thomas, Senior Associate Dean in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and Professor of Psychology, has thought about issues of diversity and inclusion for many yearsIn short, much of STEM hasn’t communicated its value to minority populations and women of color in particular. When your ‘hygiene needs’ aren’t met, much of what we see about STEM might seem frivolous or having impacts so far down the road the outcomes and products aren’t improving one’s quality of life anytime soon.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
People Are Sharing Embarrassing Ways They've Injured Themselves, And It'll Make You Feel Better About Yourself'I threw out my back when I sneezed really hard, but I told people I hurt it when I moved something heavy.'
Read more »
Tech MDOnly a true partnership between medicine and technology can unlock a new era of healthcare. Explore three ways tech innovators are improving care.
Read more »
33 Ways To Actually Get Organized In 10 Minutes Or Less33 Seriously Easy 10-Minute Organizing Ideas
Read more »
Impossible Food and Beyond Meats' plant-based burgers aren't actually healthier than the fast-food originalsIn most ways, plant-based burgers are similar to the fast-food icons — but they actually tend to contain significantly more sodium.
Read more »
Uber’s operating and marketing chiefs exit in executive shakeupAfter Uber’s tumultuous stock-market debut, the ride-hailing giant is parting ways with two of Chief Executive Dara Khosrowshahi’s top lieutenants in a major leadership overhaul.
Read more »