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SciTech Now – Women in Science Profiles

Meet a woman with a hacker mentality who wants more people to learn the international language of math. Also, a Penn State professor/entrepreneur with a vision of a wireless world using both science and art. See why a good work-life balance is the path to nurturing a healthy mind. Hear from a scientist who’s an advocate of including more indigenous and minority populations in human gene studies.

 


SciTech Now – Vocational-Technical School

In this episode of SciTech Now, we visit JEFFTech Vocational-Technical School. Learn about what this school is doing to keep up with industry trends. Also, see an innovative wheelchair with extraordinary mobility. And discover art and science of brewing beer.

 


Dra. Violeta Garcia – Ecologista y Pedagoga / Ecologist and Teacher

Dr. Violeta García uses engaging STEM learning experiences to advance diverse students. This video is part of the series SciGirls Profiles: Women in STEM, which includes 12 role model videos of women who are passionate about their STEM work, hobbies, families and making the world a better place.

 


Andrea Chaves – Pedagoga / Teacher

Andrea, a native of Colombia, is an innovative leader and educator at The Young Woman’s Leadership School of Astoria in Queens, New York City. This video is part of the series SciGirls Profiles: Women in STEM, which includes 12 role model videos of women who are passionate about their STEM work, hobbies, families and making the world a better place.

 


Dustin Madden – Science Teacher

Meet Dustin Madden, an Iñupiaq and assistant science teacher in the Anchorage, Alaska, school district, in this video profile produced WGBH. Madden explains the importance of developing a strong background in science and math in order to help preserve and protect the environment.

 


Industry Salaries & Demand

Check out the poster about wages and annual job openings.