STEM Scholar Recognition for High School Students
“I just wanted to say thank you for the award and thank you for putting together the event. I really enjoyed the keynote speaker and how she was able to integrate STEM with Social justice which sparked an interest because I am very interested in combining those fields as well. Again I just want to give a huge thanks for putting this event and really enjoyed it!
Best,
Ashley”
We have been recognizing and honoring high school girls for their talents in math, science and technology since 2001. We feel it’s critical to honor these girls and encourage them to continue their studies in STEM fields.
We work with a number of Seattle area high schools, an academy, and Making Connections at the University of Washington Women’s Center. All girls are nominated by their teachers or counselors. Students are eligible who self-identify as female or who were assigned female at birth and self-identify as non-binary. Our members engage with the schools, facilitate the selections, and answer any questions. Last year we were able to honor 36 young women.
Every year in April we have a big reception and invite the girls and their families to celebrate their considerable success. Last year our inspiring speaker was Dr. Emily Lavesque, Associate Professor of Astronomy at the University of Washington. Her research program is focused on improving our overall understanding of how massive stars evolve and die. Her first popular science book, The Last Stargazers, shares the experiences of astronomical observing; signed copies of the book were given to the honorees.
We also get to hear a little from each of the girls and learn about their plans, hopes and dreams as they are given their certificates and checks.
In the past we have honored high school seniors; however, we have shifted to honoring high school juniors so they can use this significant honor on their resumes as they apply to college.
If you’re interested in serving as a school contact for STEM Scholar Recognition and cheering on your scholars, please contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
