Science education

ODU Hosts Second Annual Free Virtual REYES (Remote Experience for Young Engineers and Scientists) Program

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
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Norfolk, VA, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Old Dominion University will offer its second annual free virtual STEM-H program, Remote Experience for Young Engineers and Scientists (REYES), beginning on June 28.

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  • Norfolk, VA, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Old Dominion University will offer its second annual free virtual STEM-H program, Remote Experience for Young Engineers and Scientists (REYES), beginning on June 28.
  • Keynote speakers for this years event will include James West , inventor of the electret microphone, and NASA Astronaut Jose Hernandez .
  • Old Dominion had previously offered High Achieving Latinxs in Engineering and Science (HALES), a weeklong program geared to high school and college students.
  • Remote Experience for Young Engineers and Scientists (REYES) is a free virtual program created to increase STEM-H literacy, inspire and train the next generation of scientists.

ZICIX Corp. Appoints Dr. Ramiro Jordan as President

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
Articles, Education, Science, Engineering education, Experiential learning, Mathematics education, Science education, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

Carson City, Nevada, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The ZICIX Corporation Board of Directors (OTC Pink: ZICX) is pleased to officially announce the appointment of Dr. Ramiro Jordan, of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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  • Carson City, Nevada, June 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The ZICIX Corporation Board of Directors (OTC Pink: ZICX) is pleased to officially announce the appointment of Dr. Ramiro Jordan, of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
  • Dr. Jordan is a highly esteemed engineer and advocate for eco- friendly technology and advancement.
  • With over twenty-six years of experience creating and leading STEM education, in addition to developing entrepreneurial organizations and activities in Ibero-America, Dr. Jordan is more than capable of leading the ZICIX team.
  • Ramiro Jordan will be working with us to provide his expertise for further development of the ZICX App, announced CEO William Petty.

Paragon Welcomes New Business Development Leader

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Articles, Education, Science, Engineering education, Experiential learning, Mathematics education, Science education, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

Following his retirement from the U.S. Navy, Stem focused on Federal business development with Department of Defense contractors helping to grow both industry partnerships and service capabilities.

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  • Following his retirement from the U.S. Navy, Stem focused on Federal business development with Department of Defense contractors helping to grow both industry partnerships and service capabilities.
  • The addition of Stem will further shape the robust capture management and business development team Paragon has built in support of enhancing service offerings and integrating capabilities for the Federal government and its contractors.
  • Stem, a Naval Academy graduate, will be responsible for spearheading the Federal business development strategy, developing teaming arrangements and industry partnerships, as well as driving organizational growth.
  • Retiring SVP, Rob Rubin, will remain with Paragon as Managing Director supporting business development and growth strategies.

Bureau Veritas Announces the Bureau Veritas STEM Scholars Program

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
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Kicking-off on June 28, 2021, in New York City, The Bureau Veritas STEM Scholars Program serves as a career bridge for high school students to enter into STEM fields and college majors.

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  • Kicking-off on June 28, 2021, in New York City, The Bureau Veritas STEM Scholars Program serves as a career bridge for high school students to enter into STEM fields and college majors.
  • "Bureau Veritas is committed to developing the next generation of STEM professionals, and we are proud to launch the Bureau Veritas STEM Scholars program in New York City,"said Natalia Shuman, EVP, and CEO, Bureau Veritas North America.
  • We are proud that through the Bureau Veritas STEM Scholars Program, we can help create a foundation for the next generation of STEM leaders."
  • "We sincerely appreciate the generous contributions and invaluable expertise of Bureau Veritas and its leaders through the Bureau Veritas STEM Scholarship Program."

AACC, NSF Announce Winning Teams of 2021 Community College Innovation Challenge

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Articles, Education, Engineering education, Experiential learning, Mathematics education, Science education, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, Community college, AACC

The Boot Camp culminated in a Student Innovation Showcase with STEM leaders and congressional stakeholders, and a 5-minute pitch presentation to a panel of esteemed industry professionals determining the winning teams.

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  • The Boot Camp culminated in a Student Innovation Showcase with STEM leaders and congressional stakeholders, and a 5-minute pitch presentation to a panel of esteemed industry professionals determining the winning teams.
  • "AACC is proud of the community college students that participated in the Innovation Challenge," said Walter G. Bumphus , president and CEO of AACC.
  • "Our nation's community colleges are leaders and innovators in STEM curriculum and education and this competition fosters the development of those skills.
  • "In the Community College Innovation Challenge, students tackle real-world problems.

Abbott Earns First-of-its-Kind Recommendation for High School STEM Interns to Receive College Credit

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Articles, Human activities, Education, Engineering education, Science education, Education policy, Mathematics education, Employment, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, Internship, Abbott

Abbott's high school interns complete meaningful, quality STEM-related work during their summers, including in areas like research and development, manufacturing, quality and regulatory, and operations.

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  • Abbott's high school interns complete meaningful, quality STEM-related work during their summers, including in areas like research and development, manufacturing, quality and regulatory, and operations.
  • "This innovative effort supports students as they earn their degrees and pursue STEM careers," said Mary Moreland, executive vice president, Human Resources, Abbott.
  • The high school internship has become a proven STEM talent pipeline for Abbott, guiding students through high school to Abbott's college internship program to full-time Abbott employee.
  • Abbott has started hiring its first former high school interns as full-time engineers: 73% are women.

Mediaplanet and Danica McKellar Team Up to Help Increase Gender Diversity in STEM

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Friday, June 18, 2021
Articles, Engineering education, Science education, Social inequality, Gender equality, Mathematics education, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, Women in STEM fields, Gender inequality, Danica

This campaign sheds light on the gender inequality within STEM fields and how women can overcome it and retain jobs.

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  • This campaign sheds light on the gender inequality within STEM fields and how women can overcome it and retain jobs.
  • Women in STEM often face a challenging set of circumstances that can alter their educational journey and career path.
  • To explore the digital version of the campaign, visit: https://www.futureofbusinessandtech.com/campaign/women-in-stem/
    Actress and mathematician Danica McKellar graces the cover of the print publication.
  • Danica is now a three-time New York Times bestselling author and continues to advocate for education initiatives and gender equality in the STEM fields.

NMSI Partners With Texas Women's Foundation and Lyda Hill to Make STEM More Welcoming for Women

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Friday, June 18, 2021
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A key part of the partnership with Texas Women's Foundation and Lyda Hill Philanthropies ( who recently teamed up to invest over $630,000 in North Texas non-profits to promote women's STEM identity and awareness) is that NMSI will be able to showcase Lyda Hill's acclaimed IF/THEN collection with students in NMSI schools and districts.

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  • A key part of the partnership with Texas Women's Foundation and Lyda Hill Philanthropies ( who recently teamed up to invest over $630,000 in North Texas non-profits to promote women's STEM identity and awareness) is that NMSI will be able to showcase Lyda Hill's acclaimed IF/THEN collection with students in NMSI schools and districts.
  • The IF/THEN collection highlights 125 high-powered professionals currently working in STEM fields, with the goal of empowering current women STEM innovators and inspiring the next generation.
  • Members of the IF/THEN Ambassadors program will offer their empowering insights as keynote speakers during the NMSI Summer Series 2021.
  • To further raise awareness about the work it's doing to make STEM education and careers more accessible for all, NMSI partnered with Mediaplanet to help create its "Women in STEM" campaign.

Students Write Over 2 Million Lines of JavaScript - with Blackbird Code

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Articles, Education in the United States, Education reform, Standards-based education, Education, Science education, Blackbird, Video editing software, Common Core State Standards Initiative, Computer science, Next Generation Science Standards

Blackbird's curriculum guides students through coding lessons aligned with standards identified in the Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards for Math and English as well as the Computer Science Teachers Association Computer Science standards.

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  • Blackbird's curriculum guides students through coding lessons aligned with standards identified in the Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards for Math and English as well as the Computer Science Teachers Association Computer Science standards.
  • Blackbird's integrated LMS enables instructors to easily track student progress, review code and make direct comments.
  • Students use skills to build games, animations and more
    The Blackbird education platform is now open for students, parents and instructors.
  • Blackbird begins with a free, foundational section with additional advanced lessons available through a simple and affordable pricing structure that includes full support and professional development.

Winchester Public Schools Combine Coding and Active Play with Unruly Splats

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Articles, Education, Engineering education, Experiential learning, Mathematics education, Science education, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, Recess, Splats, Play

WINCHESTER, Va., June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Unruly Studios today announced a partnership with Winchester Public Schools to integrate computer science and active play throughout the school day.

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  • WINCHESTER, Va., June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Unruly Studios today announced a partnership with Winchester Public Schools to integrate computer science and active play throughout the school day.
  • "With Unruly Splats, we can combine two of our core learning priorities: active play and STEM education."
  • Unruly Splats allow teachers to incorporate coding into any subject, including PE, general education, science, and even music!
  • Recess-like play combined with STEM: The games kids play with Unruly Splats encourage physical movement, helping to combat a decades long drop in active-play for children exacerbated by the pandemic.