STEM – Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics

What is STEM?

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) represents the core building blocks of technological advancement in our society. In the eyes of many, the strength of ones S.T.E.M. abilities clearly defines his or her knowledge and importance to a specific industry. It has been publically stated, that, “maintaining a citizenry well versed in the STEM fields is a key portion of the public education agenda of the United States of America.” The truth is that STEM’s importance carries on far past the public education agenda, and, throughout the past three decades, lead to the largest-wide spread innovations that our country has ever seen. From Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology instruments, to Data feeders in the sky that can stop collisions, STEM fields are widely receiving more recognition that ever before. Grants & Scholarships are growing in abundance and being offered nationally and locally at many chapters close to you.

 

 

 

http://www.nsf.gov/nsb - the National Science Board