A paid internship in a laboratory at the University of California Santa Barbara – suggested by Dr. Tekle-Smith’s high school guidance counselor – offered her a chance to see how the concepts she learned in class could be applied to chemistry, and changed the trajectory of her career.
Read MoreKathy Pham learned about computer science accidentally. Yet she’s having an extraordinary career in computer science and the fast-developing field of artificial intelligence (AI).
Read More100% of Class 3 Fellows responding to their end-of-fellowship surveys have endorsed the program designed to expand high school students’ awareness of careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Read MoreDeputy Superintendent for House Office Buildings Kirk Nelson shares with Fellows his very practical approach to selecting civil engineering and his decision to work for the federal government
Read MoreAs Director of Emergency Ultrasound, Dr. Thomas-Mohtat uses this diagnostic tool at ER bedsides and also teaches other medical professionals about this valuable technique. She shared with Fellows the challenges and rewards of her occupation.
Read MoreFellows learn from prize-winning biologist Kelly Benoit-Bird who offered insights about aquatic research
Read MoreThe Sandra Lee Heyman Foundation is in the news!
Read MoreThe Sandra Lee Heyman Foundation welcomes its largest class ever including 34 new fellows from seven high schools in Montgomery County, MD.
Read MoreLaura Goetz planned on a career as a fighter pilot and astronaut, but as she explained to our Fellows, life sometimes throws you curves.
Read MoreFellows learned about relationships between meteorology and atmospheric sciences as well as between weather and climate change.
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Read MoreFellows visit the Smithsonian National Zoo and learn how important internships and mentors can be
Read MoreDean Lentz talks physics, aerospace and electrical engineering with Fellows
Read MoreAndrea Heyman and Lindsey Shi team up to share their diverse experiences with Fellows
Read MoreJudith Mitrani-Reiser talks about leading disaster investigations and the importance of professional societies
Read MoreClass 3 Fellows will join two other classes in learning about a wide range of STEM careers over the next three semesters
Read MoreClass 3 Fellows will join two other classes in learning about a wide range of STEM careers over the next three semesters
Read MoreAudrey Powers shares her career path from co-op engineering student to aerospace leader
Read MoreMatt Barrett discusses cybersecurity choices, trends with Fellows
Read MoreMadeleine Jacobs advises Fellows on careers in chemistry, internships
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