As an African American female, it is extremely important to not only inspire others, but help my community by taking action—actually
As an African American, I have a unique set of experiences that are valuable to organizations seeking to promote diversity and inclusivity. My experience can be used to help build bridges between different cultures and create an environment where everyone feels welcome. I am committed to using my knowledge and understanding of African American culture to help create a workplace that is equitable for all employees regardless of their background. By leveraging my experiences, I will strive to make sure that everyone is given the same opportunities for success and that everyone feels included in the workplace. It is very important to use my experience to promote diversity and inclusivity within the scientific community.
Please share a specific example of how you participate in and promote inclusive and equitable environments. In addition to discussing what you do, discuss the factors that motivate your actions. As a white woman who benefits from white supremacy culture, I embrace that learning to be anti-racist is a never-ending journey. Intentionally using framework of understanding interpersonal, institutional, and cultural aspects helps me present to others thoughtfully, addressing harmful biases in the child welfare system and become culturally competent.
I want to attend the STEM Power Summer Academy because I think I could be expose to new things and new experiences that would be a confidence booster and also help me with my career goals. My career goals consist of me being a LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) and Phlebotomist. Also, after I get my certification for both I want to go back to school to be a Computer Systems Analyst and Child Counselor. I think my going to this camp would make me appreciate different accepts of science, technology, engineering, and math. Accepting me in this camp would give me a time to spend in labs and science related activities that would provide a unique learning environment outside the traditional classroom.
The STEM program would help me in achieving all of my goals and keep me on track to success. There
I am interested in working with The YWCA of Greater Atlanta for several reasons. The mission of the YWCA of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting justice for all resonated with me because as a Black woman in America these issues are salient to the success of people like me. As an American Studies major, I have dedicated my academic career to studying race relations in America. Both my course work and my daily experiences as I attempt to navigate a world in which whiteness is the transcendental norm have exemplified how important it is for students to work towards eradicating issues of racial injustice. As a future educator in urban schooling I will be working against the ways systemic racism affect the educational outcomes and lives of my students.
Participating in this program will also improve my career prospects
Box 1 – The College of Liberal Arts at Temple has been a great conduit for providing opportunities for my intellectual and professional development. First and foremost, I feel extremely privileged to be part of Temple’s CLA Honors Program due the outstanding faculty, both teaching and administrative. I again feel lucky to have been exposed to several fantastic clubs and organizations, such as the Temple Economics and Political Science societies, that pertain to my fields of study. I’ve also been afforded possibilities to attend lectures given by prominent academics and scholars, in particular the talks given by Professor Joseph Schwartz on political theory. Learning from the exceptional professors and commingling and collaborating with other
During my four years living in the United States, I have personally witnessed the relentless fight for equality and justice. Participating in civil rights protests and engaging in community discussions on racial and gender equality have deepened my understanding of these struggles. This personal connection is the basis of my commitment to advocate for equal rights and challenge discriminatory
The experience I gained while managing my own research project and designing experiments have greatly prepared me for Ph.D. research, where I will have the exciting opportunity to explore and discover things that have not been known before. By spending extensive time in the research laboratory and interacting with current graduate students, I know what to expect on a day-to-day basis in graduate school. I realize that with every exciting result in research, there are going to be problems to work out along the way. I enjoy the challenge of overcoming the unknown to uncover a scientific truth. Graduate level research is the best training I can have to prepare me for a career in biotechnology or therapeutics, in which I aspire to become a leader
Current Training Status: You are a fully qualified Occupational Safety Technician Craftsman (1S071). All items outlined in your Career Field Education have been accomplished as well as all required Career Development Course (CDC). You are scheduled to attend the ACC Classroom Instructor Training next week with no other training scheduled for the remainder of the year. Team Member Most Probable Preferred Role: During the time we’ve spent together, I’ve noticed you are keen on details.
As a member of a small cohort of black female scientists, my purpose is to continue to encourage members of underrepresented minority groups to pursue higher education by being an example of what is possible despite the odds. As a member of a small cohort of black female scientists, my purpose is to continue to encourage members of underrepresented minority groups to pursue higher education by being an example of what is possible despite the odds. As a member of a small cohort of black female scientists, my purpose is to continue to encourage members of underrepresented minority groups to pursue higher education by being an example of what is possible despite the odds. As a member of a small cohort of black female scientists, my purpose is to continue to encourage members of underrepresented minority groups to pursue higher education by
While my interest in education has been long-standing, it has transformed into a serious pursuit only in the past few months. Although teaching has always been one of my lifelong interests, I never considered it an idea to pursue until the end of my third semester of college. I came to college with the final goal of helping others. When my grandfather passed away from a heart attack, I chose to be a Biomedical Engineering major. I aimed to make biomedical devices accessible to individuals with similar backgrounds, those with low income and familial genetic health problems.
I would have to say that mathematic and science has been a part of my life from a very young age as my parents, both whom are educators, worked hard to make me and my siblings realize that science and math was not just something that you did in school, but something that was a part of life. From planting green peppers in a small pot, to exploring the code that goes into the video games that I love, I feel like science and technology has always been a part of my life. But, the activity that really pushed my desire to purse a STEM major was a summer program. My participation in the RAP (Research Apprenticeship Program at North Carolina A&T University grew my passion.
In America, STEM-related fields control more than 50% of today’s economy. Despite this high percentage, employment of workers in science and technology vocations is only at 5%. With such a substantial impact on this nation’s economy, it is vital that the number of individuals involved in STEM-affiliated careers sees an increase in the upcoming years. Attempts to accomplish this objective need to commence in adolescence. Educational reforms with the aim of expanding the interest in STEM among children in this country should be considered.
