The “Metaquake USA with Tyrone Taborn” show on STEM City USA features innovators like Mark Dean, part of the team that built the first IBM personal computer; Jesse Russell, who created the concept for the wireless digital phone and communication while working as an engineer at AT&T Bell Laboratories; and James West, who developed the … Continue reading “Metaquake USA with Tyrone Taborn: Tune in Wednesday, May 25 at 12 p.m. EST”
The study finds opportunities to widen the talent pool and diversify science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) research.
US Black Engineer magazine, published by Career Communications Group, has released this year’s list of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) engineering supporters. Of the many corporations on the list, a select few topped each category for their assistance in strengthening the education to employment pipelines for minority students in science, technology, engineering, and math … Continue reading “2022 Top Supporters of HBCU Engineering Schools”
In October 2016, Cornell University announced that one of its engineering schools had been renamed the Robert Frederick Smith School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. The building dedication honored Robert F. Smith, founding CEO of Vista Equity, and his support for minority students in science, technology, engineering, and math. (Photo courtesy of Cornell Engineering: Lynden Archer, … Continue reading “Cornell Engineering Distinguished Alum announces $15 million for engineering student aid”
Career Communications Group (CCG) is proud to announce that STEM City USA is a finalist for a “Best Metaverse Solution” award, along with wireless tech innovator Qualcomm and metaverse building platform, Cavrnus. XR Today, a global awards event that celebrates virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality, and metaverse technology innovation and industry success, announced the … Continue reading “STEM City USA is a finalist for Best Metaverse Solution Award”
Career Communications Group (CCG) is proud to announce that STEM City USA is a finalist for a “Best Metaverse Solution” award, along with wireless tech innovator Qualcomm and metaverse building platform, Cavrnus. XR Today, a global awards event that celebrates virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality, and metaverse technology innovation and industry success, announced the … Continue reading “XR Today announces that STEM City USA is a “Best Metaverse Solution” Award finalist”
IBM today announced it will provide no-cost job training to U.S. military veterans, students at six historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU), and neurodivergent learners. Other partners in the collaboration are the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Specialisterne Foundation. According to the press release, in 2021, IBM Chairman and CEO Arvind Krishna pledged … Continue reading “IBM expands partnerships with HBCUs to build a more diverse STEM workforce”
President Biden has reappointed Victor R. McCrary, Ph.D., as a member of the National Science Board, the governing body of the National Science Foundation. A respected science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and winner of a number of awards at the BEYA STEM Conference, Dr. McCrary is among the key nominations announced by the White … Continue reading “2011 BEYA Scientist of the Year is reappointed as National Science Board Member”
It’s graduation season again, and here’s a roundup of the latest events across historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) with ABET-accredited schools. Florida A&M University: Spring Commencement speaker St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth T. Welch reminded graduates of their obligation to help their communities as they achieve and succeed. FAMU alumna and Disneyland Resort Vice President … Continue reading “Distinguished HBCU alumni advise new graduates”
The Women of Color (WOC) STEM Conference has announced Veronica Nelson as a special guest host for its inaugural Women to Watch Summit on Friday, May 6. The event will be held on the WOC digital twin experience (DTX) platform and STEM City. Click here to register. The first annual summit aims to inspire and … Continue reading “AMIE Executive Director joins WOC STEM DTX as Special Guest Host for Women to Watch Summit”
