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Interested in a STEM or STEAM career, but aren't sure what the options are?

Are you a Geek + Artist? Doctor + Dancer? Chemist + Actor?
Whether it’s scientific illustration, technical writing, dance therapy, or being a TV science host, there is a world of interdisciplinary careers that let you blend science with your other interests!

The new STEM-4-U program supports science careers for all, no matter what your major is! Faculty and staff from across Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø are collaborating to increase awareness about the many options available in STEM and STEAM careers, especially for women and underrepresented groups.

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STEM-4-U can help!

Please feel free to reach out to any member of the committee to talk about your career goals:

  • Maria Soledad Cohen, MS, MEng, Physics instructor and STEM-4-U Chair
  • Olivia Carducci, PhD, Professor, Mathematics and Dept. Chair
  • Nicole Chinnici, MS, CFWS, DHSc, Director, Dr. Jane Huffman Wildlife Genetics Institute
  • Deena Dailey, PhD, Assistant Professor, Psychology
  • Darlene Farris-LaBar, MFA, Professor, Art + Media + Design and Dept. Chair
  • Cathy Klingler, MFA, EdD, Curator, Schisler Museum & McMunn Planetarium
  • Beth Rajan Sockman, PhD, Professor, Professional & Secondary Education and Dept. Chair
  • Eric Rusiewicz, MA, CCC, Career Advisor
  • Shawn Watkins, PhD, Associate Professor, Reading and Dept. Chair

STEM-4-U Events

Thursdays: Sept. 25, Oct. 9, Oct. 23, Nov. 6, Dec. 4
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: SciTech 145

Our mission is to empower women in STEM by fostering collaboration, mentorship, and a supportive community to break barriers and drive innovation and change. We want to provide a fun, safe, relaxed, space for anyone in need of support or who wants to support women and underrepresented groups pursuing STEM majors and career fields. Join us today!

February 2026 - check back for details!

Date: October 21, 2025
Time: 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Location: SciTech First Floor Lobby

Hear about STEM/STEAM opportunities that your fellow students had over the summer and see if there are experiences you can participate in next summer.

Contact Us

Campus Address

Hoeffner Science & Technology Center
(570) 422-2705