The CSO Program
Advocates for Student Voice and Innovation in their communities
The CSO Program Goals
- Create a global network of diverse STEM leaders
- Foster communication and collaboration among CSOs
- Enrich STEM culture and career awareness
- Amplify student voice in STEM conversations in the community
What is a CSO?
CSOs are students in grades 6-12 who serve as STEM ambassadors and liaisons for STEM opportunities in their communities.
Who can be a mentor?
CSO Mentors are community leaders and professionals who serve as role models for STEM engagements.
The CSO Experience
CSOs are students in grades 6-12 who are elected by their peers to serve as liaisons for STEM and innovation in their schools and communities.
The CSO’s mission is to:
- Be the voice for their peers
- Bring STEM opportunities to their communities
- Bring change to their worlds
The Student Voice
Every CSO experiences:
Leadership Training Institute
Teaches program goals, networking, leadership development, verbal and written communication, and team building.
Cabinet Meetings and Community Events
Guides collaboration with business and civic leaders to address community challenges, improve communication and confidence, and share common experiences.
Mentorship
Training opportunities with STEM Professionals – vetted regional leaders who help CSOs implement their ideas on campus and amplify their voice in the community.
CSOs are Making an Impact
CSOs implement STEM related Action Plans to advocate for awareness and amplify student voice.
CSOs serve as liaisons with science-based organizations to continuously connect and collaborate.
CSOs participate in global, national, regional, and cabinet meetings to support STEM efforts.
CSO International Leadership Team
Dr. Jeremy Babendure
SciTech Institute Executive Director
Eileen Healy
CSO International Program Director
Sarah Cundiff
CSO International Program Coordinator
Mary Chisholm
CSO International Program Coordinator
Mark Paulsen
Workforce Development Coordinator
Brittany Sweeney-Lawson
Marketing & Communications Manager
Interested in bringing a CSO program to your community?
Dr. Jeremy Babendure
SciTech Institute Executive Director
Eileen Healy
CSO International Program Director
Sarah Cundiff
CSO International Program Coordinator
Mary Chisholm
CSO International Program Manager
Thanks to Our Sponsors
Thank you to the generous sponsors of the International Chief Science Officers Program. Your support makes the training of the next generation of global STEM leaders possible!
