Inspiration and Exploration: STEM Career Expo

The "Inspiration and Exploration: STEM Career Expo" successfully convened on March 12, 2022, offering young women and non-binary students a unique virtual platform to engage with leading female professionals in the fields of environmental science, computer science, healthcare, and medicine. This event, powered by the Geena Davis Institute, underscored the importance of female role models in STEM and provided invaluable insights into various career paths.

The event featured insightful presentations from:

• Geena Davis, Founder and Chair, Geena Davis Institute
• Jazmin Borad, Sr. Director, Special Events
• Bea Mendez Gandica, Senior Program Manager at Microsoft
• Dr. Joyonna Gamble-George, Co-founder of SciX and a prominent researcher in biotechnology and healthcare
• Dr. Tamar Goulet, Professor of Biology specializing in marine biology at the University of Mississippi

Event Highlights:

• Engaging discussions on breaking into STEM fields and overcoming barriers.
• Real-life stories from panelists about their journeys in environmental science, computer science, and healthcare.
• A special segment by Geena Davis discussing the influence of media representation on career choices.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of visibility and mentorship for women in STEM.
• Practical advice for navigating education and early career decisions in STEM fields.
• Opportunities for hands-on involvement with STEM organizations offering internships and programs for students.