Message from Dr. Reagan Flowers
Distance and Location Take a Toll
Many students dream of going to college far away, but the reality is that most seek higher education close to home. As referenced in the article “The Education Deserts of Rural America”, nearly 40 percent of college freshmen attend a school less than 50 miles from home.
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C-STEM Interns Return to School
As our summer interns head back to their studies, we wanted to take a minute to thank them for dedicating their time and talents to C-STEM this summer. We look forward to seeing what these passionate young people achieve in the future, and we are proud and grateful to be a chapter in each of their stories of success.
2020 STEMing the Tide Awardees Announced
2020 STEMing the Tide Awardees AnnouncedC-STEM will honor Terry and Joycelyn Williams with the STEMing the Tide Award at the 2020 Stakeholder breakfast. Dr. Kelly Coleman will also be honored at the event, receiving the C-STEM Ambassador Award.
Joycelyn is Co-Founder of Williams6 Enterprise, where she is responsible for millions of dollars in revenue through the purchase and sale of real estate. She has extensive business leadership experience and is a strong advocate for women and youth. Joycelyn is also part owner of Presidential Cigars and 5Central, founder of Lover’s Night Valentine’s Dinner and a consultant with EME Consultants. She has co-chaired the Houston United Negro College Fund GALA, raising record donations of more than 560 thousand dollars.
Terry serves as Regional Vice President for HEB and has consistently been known for growing profits and sales in stores with substantial income losses. He served as the President & Chairman of the board for the United Negro College Fund (South Texas) for four years, and was instrumental in seeing the Houston Branch and Beaumont Branch raise over $2.5 million toward scholarships. Terry has served as President of Sam Houston State University Alumni Board and has served on many other boards, including End Hunger and HEB United Way. He has received the David Ashworth Humanity Award and was named a Top 50 Black Professional. Terry is currently serving as President & Chairman of the board for Aldine ISD Foundation board.
The couple has four children together.
Start Planning for 2020 Challenge Day
For many, the school year is now in full swing, and it’s time to start thinking about 2020 Challenge Day. Here’s how you can get involved:
- Take advantage of our free curriculum download: https://shop.cstem.org/organizations/curriculum-assistance/curriculum-download-form-page/
- Register for our exclusive professional development training, iSTEM: https://shop.cstem.org/istem-training/
- Apply to host your own CSTEM Challenge locally: https://shop.cstem.org/keys/
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Sponsorship Spotlight
Myrtle Consulting Group
With great gratitude, C-STEM welcomes Myrtle Consulting Group, who recently made a generous donation to sponsor a scholarship. Myrtle is a leading firm delivering sustainable operational transformations to global manufacturing, processing, and distribution companies. The company is dedicated to philanthropic outreach, partnering with organizations that help shape the future. Read their full press release here.
STEM News
Houston colleges win $2.7M for minority STEM opportunities
STEM Education’s Lost Decade And Tenor
U.S. workers see undeniable value in STEM education and skills
Here’s one simple way to get more women into higher-paying STEM jobs
Colleges Vie for Resources to Address STEM Disparities
Growing Interest in STEM but Women Left Behind
U.S. women do not feel encouraged to pursue STEM careers – report
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