Girls Can Do Science Too

Do you know Lyda Newman? She was an inventor who patented a new and improved hair brush in 1898. Although, she was not the original inventor of the hairbrush, her innovative design and patent of the hairbrush helped to create the modern design!

Meet our STEM Inspiration highlight, Larsha Johnson. She is an Electrical Engineer, entrepreneur, CEO & Founder of Bits4Bots.

“When I was a little girl I always loved taking things apart, everything! It was the motherboards I found intriguing. Now, I design fun shaped printed circuit boards in hopes to inspire the next generation of STEM careers. Currently I work in the Aerospace and Defense industry.

I would like to encourage you to follow your dreams, pursue your passion, and do the hard things!”

Honoring and celebrating Mae C. Jemison! The coloring page will be uploaded to the website today for free access.

Black women in STEM: Meet Dr. Ashley Queen!

“I'm a microbiologist, public health expert, public speaker, and entrepreneur. As an entrepreneur I wear many hats which include being the "STEM Finance Queen👑", where I understand the sacrifices and debt many go into to pursue their dreams. I coach in wealth building and connect individuals from STEM and other disciplines with opportunities to eliminate debt and build lasting wealth.

Advice to women in STEM: Never give up and never limit yourself to what you're "expected" to do. Our unique experiences and skills afford us so many options to truly impact lives!”

Thank you Ashley for being an inspiration in STEM!