National Medals

The National Science and Technology Medals Foundation is proud to honor the 2023 Laureates, recipients of the National Medals of Science and Technology & Innovation, during our Laureate Celebration from April 12 - 14. More details here: ow.ly/B3vv50QJZFb

This past Wednesday, our inSTEM Scholars from the University of Texas at Arlington had a social at the Dallas Mavericks vs. Atlanta Hawks game. Scholars had fun as they joined to watch the game and even took turns shooting free throws once the game was over! #inSTEM #STEMed

This past Tuesday, we hosted a “Testing with Confidence” session for our inSTEM Scholars led by Dr. Bianca Busch. Thank you, Dr. Busch, for sharing your insights and meeting with our Scholars! #STEM #StudyTips #MentalHealth

The NSTMF staff gathered last Thursday for its quarterly meeting on Foundation priorities, professional development, and team bonding. We look forward to delivering quality programming to our communities! #STEM #Nonprofit #ProfessionalDevelopment

We love seeing our alumni thrive! Today, we are celebrating Nsikakabasi Ekong, an inSTEM alum from the Howard University HU-24 cohort. We are incredibly proud to haveNsikakabasi in our community! #inSTEM #Alumni #STEM #STEMed

Did you know there are seven types of rest? Your body may need physical, mental, emotional, social, sensory, creative, or spiritual rest. Discover which types of rest you need and how to get them. #Wellness #STEM #STEMed

Happy Spring Break! To our HU & UTA inSTEM scholars, we hope you enjoy a restful week and have a great time with all your planned activities. #inSTEM #STEMed #Wellness

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of taking the Howard University inSTEM cohorts to the Washington Wizards vs. Utah Jazz basketball game. Watching the game together was a fun and much-needed break during midterm season! #inSTEM #HU #STEMed

Scholar wellness is the blueprint for the inSTEM Program. Using the Wellness Wheel framework, we’ve built a structure that supports scholars' diverse needs. This approachempowers every Scholar to pursue their full potential with confidence. #inSTEM #STEM #STEMed

Since 2024, Jawann has been a dedicated inSTEM mentor. His passion for empowering others is unmistakable, and Scholars rave about his impact as a catalyst for their personal and professional growth. Thank you for helping our Scholars succeed! #inSTEM #STEM #STEMed #Mentorship

We are excited to announce that the NSTMF has released its 2025 Annual Report! The report highlights a remarkable year for the NSTMF, featuring the ongoing success of inSTEM and the Laureate Gala. Read the report here: nationalmedals.org/stories/2025-a… #STEM #STEMed #inSTEM #Mentorship

As February comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible speakers of our inSTEM sessions this month. Thank you to Prerna Bhargava, PhD; Bianca Busch, MD; and Raiyan Rashid for sharing your insights and experiences! #inSTEM #Mentorship #STEM #STEMed

Want to make a difference in STEM? Become an inSTEM mentor! inSTEM empowers students to identify their needs and actively shape a program that supports their academic, professional, and personal growth. Apply to be a mentor today: nationalmedals.typeform.com/to/GZ6iBHF8 #inSTEM #Mentorship

We are proud to announce that the Texas TRIO Association has named Mayowa Awe, PhD, and inSTEM mentor Dr. Valene Garr Barry as Texas TRIO Achievers! Both will be honored at the Texas TRIO Achievers Banquet during the 53rd Annual Texas TRIO Conference. #STEM #TRIO #HigherEd

This Wellness Wednesday, take a break and recharge with five simple mental reset activities. These short pauses can increase focus, ease stress, and help you feel more refreshed throughout the day. #inSTEM #STEM #WellnessWednesday

The inSTEM program continually evolves by assessing its impact on our Scholars. Explore these quotes from our 2025 Mid-Year Survey to learn how inSTEM has strengthened our Scholars' sense of belonging within the broader STEM community. #inSTEM #STEM #STEMed #Mentorship

Celebrating Black History Month, we'd like to look back and highlight the incredible Black #NMS and #NMTI Laureates from the past decade. Each of these scientists and technologists has worked hard to pioneer changes in #STEM and continues to be a driving force in academia. #BHM

It’s Wellness Wednesday! As midterm season approaches, be sure to maintain healthy sleep habits. Sleep is essential for various cognitive and emotional regulation functions! #WellnessWednesday #STEM #inSTEM

Happy Black History Month! Building inclusive STEM communities across the United States is fundamental in today’s diverse generation of college and high school students. It is our mission to help that dream bear fruit. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #STEM #inSTEM

It is always a great feeling to see alumni of the inSTEM program succeeding. Today, we feature an alumni journal entry from Raiyan Rashid! Congratulations, Raiyan, on your amazing work! #inSTEM #STEMed #HU

Happy Thank Your Mentor Day! As National Mentoring Month wraps up, we want to express our gratitude to the mentors in the inSTEM program their dedication to our scholars and show the importance of mentoring. Apply to be a mentor: nationalmedals.typeform.com/to/GZ6iBHF8 #Mentorship #inSTEM