Dr. Theresa Fossum
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Dr. Theresa Fossum
@drterryfossum
Special Asst to Secretary of Energy, Veterinary surgeon, entrepreneur, and VPR and Strategic Initiatives at @MidwesternUniv. Proud Texas Aggie!
Phoenix, AZ Katılım Mart 2014
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@ExpediaHelp Expedia is a total ripoff. . Expedia is scum - total, total scum. DO NOT USE THEM
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@exxonmobil is taking initiative in the effort to deal with the inequality of available STEM careers and qualified people by partnering with the National Math and Science Initiative’s College Readiness Program and the University of Texas.
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The growing presence of science and technology means that it's more important than ever before to prepare this generation for tomorrow's STEM careers. ow.ly/qf7i30mLX8D
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This successful NASA engineer shares how important community is when pursuing a career in STEM. ow.ly/RWCO30mLX6D
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Last year, 6.2% of US jobs were in the STEM sector. Analysts predict that number will exponentially grow until 2026. These top STEM high schools can prepare the next generation to tackle these careers. ow.ly/wnpA30mLX4l
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In response to our data-centered world, UC Berkley has announced its plan to create a Division of Data Science and Information. The first prototype course in this new area, introduction to data science course, is the fastest growing class on campus. ow.ly/2Wyf30mLX2M
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Even the experts need help sometimes. The founder of Khan Academy, an online tutoring resource, explains where he gets advice, balance, and inspiration. ow.ly/3T3230mLWYB
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This six-year program in Brooklyn gives lower income students the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and an associate degree in a STEM field. Read one of their greatest success stories here: ow.ly/2Pk530mLWWt
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@NASA is developing an aircraft that could cut flight time in half. The space agency begun testing quiet sonic boom technology. How great would half flight time be? ow.ly/kKdb30mLWTt
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A researcher from @SMU is implementing lesson plans that "add videos of STEM professionals describing how they use algebra in their jobs" in order to increase students' interest in math, as this shows real world application of their studies. ow.ly/TMYu30mrUwB
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Gender stereotypes are being challenged by as recent study showing that girls' STEM grades are rising above their male classmates. ow.ly/MtoQ30mrUq
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Experts have identified four crucial soft skills needed to be successful in a STEM career. Discover them here: ow.ly/4rhV30mrUoi
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Louisiana is considering issuing “enhanced” diplomas, or diploma endorsements, for students who excel in math, technology, engineering and science to further promote STEM careers. ow.ly/U4UD30mrUhv
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In Bakersfield, California, Engineering for Kids South Kern County is working to expose kids to STEM early in life in order to “inspire the next generation of engineers.” Learn more about the program here: ow.ly/BwC030mrUaQ
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"What's Going On In This Graph,” an engaging tool designed to help students learn to analyze graphs and charts, will be available on a weekly basis instead of monthly – allowing teachers to easily incorporate the fun feature into their weekly curriculum. ow.ly/u3cl30mrU7h
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It was a pleasure to be a part of the @IntlUVAssn working group meeting at @Yale University today. Many thanks to the fabulous hosts.

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LEGO’s education division builds on its STEM-friendly kits with Coding Express – a toy train targeted to preschoolers that familiarizes them with programming concepts. ow.ly/fuD530lDNHb
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Dr. Maryam Mirzakhani was the first girl on the Iranian Mathematical Olympiad team and the only woman to win the coveted Fields Medal. She was an inspiration to many but particularly to women in STEM. ow.ly/ykuu30lDNDm
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