by Charmayne Knox | Nov 11, 2019 | STEM
The lever, wedge, pulley, screw, wheel and axle, and the inclined plane are all tools that we see every day. The wheel and axle keeps cars on the road moving to their desired destination. The inclined plane bridges the gap between one floor and another when going up a...
by Charmayne Knox | Nov 9, 2019 | STEM, Stemsation Spotlight
For people thinking about becoming a software developer, I would say always be open to learning, BUILD THINGS, and find a mentor! Who is Joye Nettles? My name is Joye Nettles. I grew up in a small town called Darlington, SC where I pursued tons of hobbies. I enjoyed...
by Charmayne Knox | Nov 7, 2019 | STEM, Stemsation Spotlight
You are beautiful, smart and can do whatever you want. Make sure out of everyone, YOU must believe in yourself first. Who is Stephanie Aroworade? Hi, my name is Stephanie Aroworade. I was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, but have been living in Southern...
by Charmayne Knox | Nov 5, 2019 | STEM, Stemsation Spotlight
Don’t give up! We need women partaking in the conversation that is science. You are not an imposter! Who is Rutendo Jakachira? Although I attended an all-girls’ high school and did not have to “compete” with the supposedly “smarter sex”, I know what it feels...
by Charmayne Knox | Oct 28, 2019 | Family, STEM
Common Core was designed to set standards for each state in order to make sure that all students learned the same material without some states being behind ahead of others. These changes extend to both English and math. With these standards introducing new methods of...
by nyladenae | Oct 25, 2019 | Mentoring, STEM
One of the worst feelings is waking up and knowing you have to go where you are underappreciated even though you are doing excellent work. Along with being underappreciated, it’s hard to get up and motivate yourself to go to work when you are simply unmotivated and...