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Katya Echazarreta: Breaking Barriers as Mexico's First Mexican-Born Astronaut
In this episode, Angelica Carrol shared the inspiring story of Katia Echazarreta, the first Mexican-born astronaut. Growing up in a...
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Jul 7, 20241 min read


Empowering Women in STEM: Breaking Barriers and Building Futures Through Exposure
Empowering women, particularly minority women, to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) is more...
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Jul 6, 20243 min read


The Importance of Female Mentors in STEM
Intersectionality?! Many women face multiple forms of bias based on their gender, race, sex, ethnicity, caste, sexuality, religion,...
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Jul 5, 20241 min read


Representation Matters: The Power of Parental Involvement & Exposure in STEM Education & Careers
Representation matters in STEM! Dr. Gladys Delancey-Bolden sheds light on why many don't see themselves represented in STEM fields: "I...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read


Women in STEM: Making Strides in Biological Sciences!
During my conversation with Dr. Glady Delancey-Bolding, I asked, "In what area do you see women making significant strides, and how do we...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read


Bridging the Gap: The Essential Role of STEM and Empowering Women in Science and Technology
In my conversation with Dr. Gladys Delancey-Bolding, we discussed a possible disconnect and surprising gap between the critical needs and...
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Jul 2, 20241 min read


Journey of a Late Bloomer: Passionate for STEAM Education and Careers and Mentorship – PART ONE
In the latest STEAMSparks - Think STEAM Career Podcast episode, I enjoyed speaking with the phenomenal Dr. Gladys Delancey-Bolden. As an...
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Jul 2, 20243 min read


Raising Generation Alpha: Insights and Tips for Millennial Parents and Educators
For many years, Millennials have been a focus for various industries. This generation of children, now aged between 28 and 43, are...
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Jun 21, 20244 min read
Women in STEM: Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders
In the dynamic field of integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) (the operative word here is...
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Jun 19, 20244 min read


Reflecting on #Juneteenth: Beacon of Hope!
Reflecting on #Juneteenth, watch this epic interview of NASA Astronaut Victor Glover by Vanessa Wyche, director of NASA's Johnson Space...
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Jun 19, 20241 min read


Is Caitlin Clark being treated differently than other WNBA rookies?
The question, "Is Caitlin Clark being treated differently than other WNBA rookies?" The answer is no. Almost every rookie player in the...
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Jun 19, 20242 min read


The Power of Peer Review: Insights from Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and Terrence Howard
Here is a video post on Dr. Neil de Grasse Tyson (astrophysicist), providing a detailed response to being mentioned in Terrence Howard's...
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Jun 19, 20242 min read


Generative AI in Biotechnology: Ushering in a New Era of Biological Engineering
The intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI, and biology is not just a promising field but a...
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Jun 15, 20244 min read


Dancing to Life's Rhythm: Synchronizing with the Beat of Challenges
Isn't it a beautiful thing, how we all, at some point, find ourselves nodding, moving our feet, and swaying to the music, regardless of...
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Jun 14, 20242 min read


Exploring the Nexus Between Scientific Principles and Art & Inspiring the Next Generation of STEAM Innovators via Art and Science of Color Creation
I know, I know, the heading of my article is wordy, and maybe some simple phrases could convey my point about inspiring the next...
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Jun 2, 20242 min read


Charles Barkley's $1M Donation to St. Mary's Academy: A Beacon of Inspiration for Future STEM Leaders
Charles Barkley is my new HERO. And this is why. Charles Barkley's generous donation of $1 million to St. Mary’s Academy is a financial...
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May 18, 20242 min read


Shaping the Future: The Lasting Impact of a STEM Educator's Journey
Can you believe starting my journey in learning as a bus driver with a master's degree? Looking back over 22 years as a STEM educator,...
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May 11, 20242 min read


Embracing Vulnerability and Proprietary Insights: A Journey to Entrepreneurial Success
I recently found a video post on CNBC about pursuing your dream of becoming an entrepreneur https://youtu.be/zWOwGi2I1bk. The video post...
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Apr 13, 20243 min read


Breaking Barriers: An In-depth Conversation on Literacy and STEAM Education
In the ever-evolving landscape of STEAM education, integrating literacy is not merely an enhancement but a necessity for unlocking...
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Mar 3, 20243 min read
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