Posts Tagged ‘STEM’
The First African American in Space, Guion Bluford, Remains Hopeful for More Black Astronauts
Only 16 Black Americans have been to space. The first of them, Guy Bluford, talks about why African-Americans are underrepresented in astronaut programs, including lack of access to STEM courses.
Read MoreDNA of enslaved iron workers in Maryland reveals links to over 40,000 relatives
DNA obtained from the remains of 27 individuals buried in a cemetery for enslaved people at Catoctin Furnace reveals 40,000 relatives, giving great insight into African-American genealogy.
Read MoreNational Society of Black Engineers Convention
I AM S.T.E.M. This year’s National Society of Black Engineers Conveention will be better than ever, designed to help you grown, thrive and become the leaders of the future.
Read MoreSTEM Is the Future. So How Do We Get More Black Kids Involved?
A grant allowed principal Alicia Conerly to engage her students with STEM, but not every Black child has that opportunity.
Read MoreMom and 6-Year Old Son Write Black History Activity Book For Kids
Author Andrea Stephenson announces her sixth book, an educational activity book for children that focuses on black scientists in history and cultivates interest in STEM fields. Just 6 years old, her son Corban helped bring the book to life.
Read MoreOlympia LePoint, An Engineer Who Helped Launch 28 NASA Space Shuttles, Explains Why It’s Crucial That More Black Women Enter STEM Fields: ‘ We Offer New Insight’
Successful Black scientist Olympia LePoint explains why hiring more Black women in STEM fields is critical for advancing scientific pursuits.
Read MoreYes, It Is Rocket Science, and African Americans Are Doing It
These 11 African Americans are leaders in their STEM fields, from video game technology to space exploration, setting an example for the kind of professional achievement that is possible. By Nigel Roberts, The Root 1. African Americans are missing out on the tech boom. Job creation in science, technology, engineering and math—known as STEM—career…
Read MoreTwo Black Scientists Receive the National Medal of Technology and Innovation
James Gates and George Carruthers have received medals from the Obama administration for their work in science.
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