Alhambra Board Meeting
Two weeks ago at the Alhambra Governing Board meeting, CSOs Aime and Alina were recognized by Viasat’s Omar Alam for performing their duties as Chief Science Officers.
“[CSOs Aime and Alina] had the opportunity to travel to Orange County last November and present in front of global STEM education leaders. The CSO program prepared them well to speak publicly in front of key stakeholders; to engage in, and contribute to, discussions about how to improve STEM learning in regional ecosystems – ecosystems that include educators, policymakers, nonprofits, and high-tech businesses” Omar says.
The Chief Science Officer program is one that prepares students like Aime and Alina to be recognized by high-tech businesses like Viasat. Here are some photos of the event!
Connect2STEM Recap
There was a lot that happened at Connect2STEM this past Saturday! The link to view all of the photos is here! We hope that you all had an amazing time! Check out the video below that summarizes the event that over 9000 people attended!
Celebrating science and technology in Arizona
Building rockets. Exploring tech-based careers. Making a connection between dance and STEM. DIY science opportunities. While these activities might seem unrelated, they are all connected through the Arizona SciTech Festival, an annual celebration of all things science and technology in the Grand Canyon state. With the 8th season of the Festival just around the corner, Universities, cities and towns, and other community organizations are prepping for the 2,000 events that will be held in 2019.
SciTech Institute, the Arizona Technology Council’s Foundation, Receives Charitable Grant from Southwest Airlines
PHOENIX, January 30, 2019 – The Arizona Technology Council today announced that its foundation, SciTech Institute, has been selected as a recipient of a portion of a $1 million Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) Charitable Grant, which focuses on building a stronger workforce for tomorrow. From more than 300 applications, the SciTech Institute was one of […]
CSOs in Cochise County
Viasat employees are impacting our community and schools through opportunities in STEAM: science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Viasat offers students interactions with the same engineers who are solving some of the world’s toughest communications problems. Viasat’s Omar Alam teaches youth about RF engineering, and how our satellites work to deliver internet to places […]
National Afterschool Association Honors Kaci Fankhauser Among its 2019 Next Generation in Afterschool Leaders
WASHINGTON, D.C., 2019 – The National AfterSchool Association (NAA), the lead organization for the advancement of the afterschool professional, has selected Kaci Fankhauser as one of NAA’s 2019 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders. In selecting NAA’s Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders of 2019, the National AfterSchool Association sought to highlight emerging professionals who are active […]
Largest STEM event in Phoenix returns Jan. 26
Connect2STEM returns Jan. 26 to the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix downtown campus, where youth of all ages and their parents can experience the wonders of science, technology, engineering, math and medicine.
Tempe’s STEM outreach putting Viasat’s Arizona office on the map
In Tempe, Arizona, a few passionate employees have brought Viasat into a statewide spotlight by partnering with the Arizona Technology Council. The goal: Engaging students interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) careers statewide. “In a 9-month period, Viasat Arizona grew from being a best-kept secret in the Phoenix community to being a leader […]
MUSD student tech leaders get a sneak peek at city’s operations
Maricopa – Abi, a seventh grade student recently named as a Maricopa Unified School District chief science officer, talks excitedly about Suni the Robot. “Suni can speak really well, talk back and forth, moves and has hands that work like human hands,” says Abi. She says, “You can see it on YouTube,” Suni is a […]
Governor Ducey Strengthens Arizona-Sonora Relationship
HERMOSILLO – Governor Doug Ducey today co-signed three Memoranda of Understanding with Sonora Governor Claudia Pavlovich at the Comisión Sonora-Arizona/Arizona-Mexico Commission 2018 Annual Meeting Plenary Session in Hermosillo, Sonora. The visit to Hermosillo is Governor Ducey’s first stop on his three-day trip to Mexico. The signed agreements aim to support economic development in the region, coordinate […]
