Oct. 11, 2023 6:33 am
Collaborative Transformation: Amplifying Educational Opportunities
What it will take to create equitable opportunities and empower all students to meet modern challenges.
purpose
Jul. 30, 2021 10:38 am
PAN wants to create 500 local apprenticeships by 2025
For now, details on execution are scarce, but the Philadelphia Apprentice Network will prioritize sharing best practices. Partners include Philadelphia Works and Community College of Philadelphia, among others.
purpose
Aug. 19, 2020 3:37 pm
Philadelphia STEM Equity Collective aims to get more women, Black and Latinx Philadelphians in STEM careers
GlaxoSmithKline's $10 million commitment over 10 years will support the newly formed collective.
people
Mar. 23, 2020 9:13 am
Lucy Minchoff is making her mark as a leader — even before graduating from high school
"GirlGov has taught me how much of an impact I can have, even at age 16," says the Downingtown STEM Academy student, who wants to start a nonprofit focused on the environment and tech.
people
Feb. 25, 2020 11:17 am
Katherine Johnson: NASA mathematician and much-needed role model
In her guest column, The Conversation's Monica Grady celebrates the extraordinary achievements of Katherine Johnson, and why women space scientists and engineers still need role models.
people
Jul. 11, 2019 11:49 am
Semra Filikçi’s year of living resolutely
If you did not speak English, could not work in your profession, and knew nobody but your husband (who was busy getting his doctorate), what would you do to feel at home in Philadelphia?
purpose
May 13, 2019 6:00 am
Kensington Derby and Arts Festival celebrates on-the-fly inventiveness and spirit of community
The final event of #PTW19 brought together local businesses, artists and STEM-informed "human-powered transit."
purpose
May 9, 2019 2:15 pm
3 ways to support women in STEM, according to 5 amazing women at #PTW19
This panel discussion featured women who want to foster a greater sisterhood in science and inspire young girls to take part.
purpose
Apr. 16, 2019 3:00 pm
Philly Tech Week and the Franklin Institute team up to award microgrants to Kinetic Derby competitors
Although the microgrants are awarded to specific teams participating at the derby, the impact reaches much further. Innovation has the power to inspire communities.
purpose
Jan. 18, 2018 10:25 am
ChickTech Philadelphia is bringing free tech education to local girls
The networking group for professional women in tech just launched its ChickTech: High School program and is looking for nonprofit partners.