funding
Sep. 29, 2017 1:55 pm
It’s been a good week for STEM education and literacy in Philly
Good news: Lots of money just got pushed into local schools, and more might be on its way. Plus, a look back at our education reporting from the month.
people
Sep. 19, 2017 9:54 am
Science Center’s Innovators Walk of Fame just inducted 6 immigrant entrepreneurs
Members of the third cohort, which includes a theatre professional, a restauranteur and several scientists, each get their names etched onto a concrete block that will live on Innovation Plaza.
funding
Aug. 24, 2017 1:27 pm
Why PCCY is hosting a first-of-its-kind Minecraft-themed fundraiser
Public Citizens for Children + Youth is meeting parents and their kids where they are: playing video games. Here's what other nonprofits can learn from the event.
people
Aug. 2, 2017 8:35 am
What does a ‘summer of STEM’ look like for Marion Leary?
It’s your chance to get an inside look from Aug. 5 to 11 when she takes over @theSTEMsquad Twitter account.
people
Jun. 25, 2017 6:28 pm
Archna Sahay is leaving her job with the city to work with Jeremy Nowak
And a bunch of other Power Moves, including at Baker Industries, Chester County Fund for Women and Girls, Philadelphia Orchestra and Philadelphia Education Fund.
people
May 17, 2017 10:35 am
Nate Nichols hopes his new event series will broaden the ‘gateway to youth’ for potential mentors
Odds Against Odds, which kicks off May 22, is prepped to be a nontraditional discussion with nontraditional leaders reaching out to local youth.
people
May 12, 2017 9:50 am
Why STEMcityPHL uses ‘high-impact mentoring’ to reach young students
Check out Program Manager Phil Brooks' "Around the Corner" interview on why mentorship matters to Philly's underserved youth.
purpose
Apr. 3, 2017 4:10 pm
Why this local researcher is compelled to march for science in Philly
The inaugural March for Science Philadelphia is happening April 22. Here's why organizer Marion Leary is behind it.
purpose
Jan. 25, 2017 12:31 pm
Why representation matters
Philly nonprofit beGirl.world hosted about 100 women and girls at a "Hidden Figures" screening recently. Here's why that's so important.
people
Oct. 21, 2016 8:27 am
How iPRAXIS helps middle school students become “scientific citizens”
President Jeremiah White explains the STEM-focused nonprofit's mission in his "Around the Corner" interview.