She Can STEM

Mrs. Caroline Rader, a Director of Global Supply Alliance Management at Merck. & Co. Inc.,  explains how she was inspired my her peers, her parents, and her advisor in college to pursue engineering. She hopes to encourage other girls to do the same.

A future industrial engineer, Isabel discusses the need for STEM programs in elementary school.

A Board Certified Periodontist, Dr. Sophia Chadda explains that we need to educate girls about the long term results of pursuing STEM careers.

Abby explains that it is imperative for girls to speak up in STEM environments because they often have amazing ideas.

Dr. Martin discusses the need for passionate female teachers in STEM subjects.

Learn more about the new She Can STEM website and mentor program!! More interviews and project updates coming soon :)

President of Infosys, an information technology consulting company,  Ravi explains that the STEM workforce must be equally represented in order to cater to everyone.

A graduate student at MIT, Grace discusses that we need to highlight more female scientists, so that young girls have role models in the STEM field

Members of Infosys, an Information technology consulting company, Kate and Danette encourage girls to take advantage of opportunities and to be proud but humble.

Founder of the Steminist Movement, Anabella advises girls to listen to those who care and ignore those who don't.

A future electrical engineer, Nicole explains that girls should not be afraid to explore options and see what's best for them.

A biochemistry major at the University of South Carolina, Jane Vista explains that "pretty girl" and "smart girl" should not be opposites and that math and science are NOT scary.

I am a rising senior in high school pursuing my Girl Scout Gold Award project addressing the lack of women in the STEM fields. I plan to utilize this platform to educate people about the issue and engage with others who may have witnesses or experienced the issue. ~Tanya