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Building Bridges – Fall 2021

Northeastern University

On Friday, December 3, 2021 the Center for STEM Education at Northeastern University, in collaboration with the College of Engineering/Admissions, hosted the Fall edition of our Building Bridges event. 103 students from 32 different schools in 5 states came to learn all about engineering.

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Decoding STEM: What Does the E in STEM Stand For?

STEM Education Shopping

The demand for scientists and engineers skyrocketed as both nations sought to outdo each other in space exploration. This led to an increased focus on science and mathematics education in schools. Over time, the scope of STEM expanded beyond just science and mathematics to include technology and engineering.

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Engineering for Kids – 5 Tips to Introduce Engineering to Your Child

STEM Education Guide

There are almost a dozen different types of engineers. Some of the well-known ones include electrical engineer, civil engineer, mechanical engineer, software engineer, and chemical engineer. typesofengineeringdegrees). These are some of the qualities you need to instill in your child early on.

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Science Like A Girl – Inventor and Author Arlyne Simon

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She liked science, but didn’t picture herself wearing hard hats as a civil engineer like her father. When a chemical engineer came to speak at her chemistry club, she ended up hooked. Chemical engineers could work on anything from cosmetics to pharmacology to automotive,” she said.”

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List of 75+ STEM Careers, Jobs & Occupations

STEM Sport

Chemical Engineer The Role: Chemical Engineers use principles of physics, mathematics, and even economics to solve practical problems, from designing equipment to refining and producing various types of chemicals and products. Average Annual Salary: $72,900 12. Average Annual Salary: $105,550 13.

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The Many Faces of #GirlsLeadSTEM

STEM Next

Escho faced many challenges due to institutional racism when she entered the 10th grade, after completing her first year of high school in Nigeria. Thanks to this support and her ability to advocate for herself, Bunmi graduated college as a chemical engineer. Veronica hiking in Utah. Andria rowing for USC.

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How are control engineers improving the sustainability of irrigated agriculture?

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“Control engineering has a significant role to play in making our industrial society more sustainable,” says Erik. Pathway from school to control engineering. • “To become an engineer, maths and physics are fundamentally important at both school and university level,” says Michael.