
VanguardSTEM
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#VanguardSTEM: Making, taking, changing STEM spaces. An online community devoted to encouraging conversations btw emerging & established women of color in #STEM
Joined June 2015
We welcome you to engage in constructive conversations w/ us abt identity in science & the context of science in society. None of us are free until we all are.
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How do you "Take Up Space" in STEM? For us, it means being authentically YOU in any & every STEM space. This #TakeUpSpaceTuesday article discusses building inclusive STEM spaces to acknowledge the intersections of identity that LGBTQ+ women of color occupy
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A guide to building inclusive STEM spaces to acknowledge the many intersections of identity that LGBTQ+ women of color occupy and encourage…
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5 Tips for Turning Your PhD Internship into a Full-Time Offer!.
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Dr. Markaisa R. Black, a scientist at Procter & Gamble (P&G), shares how an impressionable internship experience can land a full-time…
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Last day to register!. Share this with a student you know who may be seeking community right now.
Looking for a mentor who shares your identity?. We're hosting our annual #NationalMentoringMonth Guerilla Mentoring event January 29, 2025 at 6:30pm ET! We've recruited an incredible roster of mentors working in academia, industry, nonprofits and more!
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Natasha Berryman explores her Top 5 Tips for Entering STEM at the Master’s Level!.
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Making the switch from Creative to STEMicist could be challenging — it will most certainly be life-changing. Here are five insights you…
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RT @AJLUnited: 📚 Are you an educator looking to bring AI discussions into your classroom? Are you passionate about learning more about soci….
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RT @SACNAS: Let’s shine a spotlight on STEM change-makers! 🌟 Nominate a mentor, colleague, or trailblazer to speak on the plenary stage at….
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RT @13adh13: Honestly… just come sit and be in solidarity with our community while we all try to figure out how to navigate what’s ahead.
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RT @BlackInNeuro: We're heartbroken to share the passing of BIN member James S. Brown. He touched so many lives with his warmth. Our though….
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Looking for a mentor who shares your identity?. We're hosting our annual #NationalMentoringMonth Guerilla Mentoring event January 29, 2025 at 6:30pm ET! We've recruited an incredible roster of mentors working in academia, industry, nonprofits and more!
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Earlier this year, Kenna Klass shared Reflecting on Silence, a thought-provoking exploration of group mentorship. In the article, she invites us to rethink anti-oppressive mentoring in STEM and the lessons silence can teach. Have you read it yet?.
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Kenna shares her perspectives on the nuances of being a mentor with an anti-oppressive approach.
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It’s #NationalMentoringMonth, and our community needs connection and support now more than ever. We're calling on BIPOC mentors (YOU!) to come share your wisdom with emerging women of color scholars on January 29, 2025. Mentor registration closes Friday:
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RT @VanguardSTEM: Ever been interested in a career path outside of academia?.Check out our article "From PhD to Industry: 5 Things to Know….
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Dr. Kendra Souther, an engineer at Intel, shares her experience on transitioning from the PhD to industry.
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Check out our community feature on Natalia Rodríguez Nuñez, a data expert and Helen Gurley Brown Fellow at the American Museum of Natural History! She empowers Latinas in tech through co-anchoring segments in Spanish about tech, for Univision NYC. 🔗
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Previously DACAmented dreamer that can write both a poetic verse and code up a snippet.
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Ever been interested in a career path outside of academia?.Check out our article "From PhD to Industry: 5 Things to Know Before Beginning Your Journey". Dr. Kendra Souther, an Intel engineer, shares her experiences and tips for transitioning into industry.
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Dr. Kendra Souther, an engineer at Intel, shares her experience on transitioning from the PhD to industry.
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Reimagining equity in STEM involves creating liberating spaces for marginalized communities. In our article "The Impact of Mentoring Moments," Kenna, our Program Coordinator, explores how community and relationships drive change.
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How one-off, seemingly small moments can have large, long-term impact on a Black woman’s STEM journey.
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We know the journey in grad school can be tough, but you don't just have to survive - you can thrive! Our digital curator Lupita Valencia created a guide to thriving in grad school. It provides strategies to conquer challenges & unlock your potential.
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Students, especially those underrepresented, face a variety of challenges from financial pressures, social isolation and mental health…
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