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id you watch the Grammy Awards this year?

There were some amazing moments, but none better than Tracy Chapman playing her most famous hit, "Fast Car" with Luke Combs. If you don't know the background of this duo being on stage together, do yourself a favor and research the story. It's a story of inspiration and success.

When we talk about Black History Month, we usually focus on celebrating the contributions, successes, and achievements of Black individuals throughout history, and how they've helped shaped the society we currently live in.

But it's important to remember it's also a time to delve into the historical and ongoing challenges faced by black communities. Discussions during the month of February should include topics of racial inequality, social justice, and the importance of fostering a more inclusive society as well.

By understanding and appreciating the overall impact of Black history, people can contribute to more tolerant and respectful environments.

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Ways To Intentionally Celebrate Black History Month

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What Challenges Do Veterans Face in The Workplace?

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Closing the STEM Skills Gap to Create New Possibilities for Kids

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The 5 Most Rewarding Aspects of Being a Healthcare Worker

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The Rising Demand for Local Healthcare Jobs

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Ways To Intentionally Celebrate

Black History Month

by Kamrin Baker

Black History Month is an annual celebration in the United States that recognizes the history, culture, and contributions of Black Americans every February.

Although we certainly don’t need an awareness holiday to embrace and honor Black history, this month is an opportunity to reconcile with the past, pave the way for a more just future, and celebrate all the amazing figures who have taken their place in the annals of Black History.

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he truth is, many of us are woefully unaware of the depth, breadth, and relevance of Black history. While we still work to remind our loved ones and colleagues that the need for racial justice is as present and persistent as ever, it’s also difficult for us to comprehend just how recently so much of Black history has taken place.

While we look at black-and-white images from the Civil Rights Movement like a long-lost period in American history, we must remember that some of our parents and grandparents watched these events unfold — only a single century after the abolition of slavery in the United States.

In fact, the origins of Black History Month developed just a little over 60 years after the 13th Amendment was ratified. In 1926, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History sponsored a national “Negro History Week,” coinciding with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass in the second week of February.

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It wasn’t until 1976 that Black History Month was officially recognized. So, it’s safe to say we have a lot of catching up to do — as a society, and as individuals.

5 FACTS ABOUT BLACK HISTORY MONTH • Before it was Black History Month, “Negro History Week” was created by Carter G. Woodson, an African American historian, scholar, educator, and publisher. He is considered the “Father of Black History.”

• Initially, the intended purpose of “Negro History Week” was to encourage coordinated teachings of Black history in America’s public schools, although it took a little while to catch on.

• President Gerald Ford was the first to officially recognize Black History Month, in 1976.

• Before it was officially recognized by the president, students and educators at Kent State first celebrated Black History Month in February 1970.

• While you can certainly celebrate Black history anywhere at any time, only a few other countries formally recognize the holiday abroad. This includes Canada, Ireland, the UK, and the Netherlands.

While it’s important to learn more about and uplift the experiences of Black folks every single day, it’s helpful to have somewhere to start. We’ve created a guide on how to thoughtfully honor Black History Month this year:

ACTIVITIES & IDEAS TO HONOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH LEARN Watch a documentary about the Black experience.

Whether you want a primer on Black history, or you want to dive into a specific niche (like music, film, or activism), there’s almost certainly a documentary out there for you to check out.

Here are a few films for recommended viewing this month: Summer of Soul (Hulu) Let The World See (Hulu) The 1619 Project (Hulu) More Than A Month (PBS)

Add some new podcasts to your queue.

Podcasts are a great way to learn new things and hear from diverse voices, whether you’re on the go, doing some housework, on the treadmill — or just lounging!

While there are countless amazing podcasts by Black producers and creators, here are a few that stand out for Black History Month listening: Historically Black 1619 Black History Buff

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Read books written by Black authors.

Whether you want to continue your anti-racism syllabus, enjoy the classic poetry and prose of Audre Lorde, or you’re looking for a new novel, add some Black writers to the top of your reading list ASAP. As always, here are a few speedy suggestions to get you started: “ Four Hundred Souls: A Community History of African America, 1619-2019 ” by Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain “Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto” by Tricia Hersey “Sister Outsider: Essays and Speeches” by Audre Lorde “Grand Union: Stories” by Zadie Smith “All about Love: New Visions” by bell hooks “Black Futures” by Kimberly Drew and Jenna Wortham

Pick a handful of Black leaders throughout history and learn more about them.

While we’re always in favor of learning more about folks like Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King Jr., or Malcolm X, we urge you to spend some time this Black History Month learning about lesser-known helpers in history.

Some options could include Claudette Colvin, another activist who refused to give up her seat to a white passenger on a bus; Shirley Chisholm, the first Black congresswoman in America; or Bayard Rustin, a close advisor to Martin Luther King Jr. and a leader in both civil and gay rights.

AT WORK Turn your good intentions into real change.

Workplace actions must go beyond observing Black History Month. If you want to help ensure that your good intentions are actually helping, it’s going to take ongoing expertise and anti-racism work. Consider hiring an Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity specialist, or check out the resources from The Diversity Gap, an organization that coaches race-conscious leaders and teams — including their podcast and book.

Highlight Black History Month in your company newsletter.

If your brand or company sends a newsletter to customers or team members, this is a great way to inform folks about Black History Month in a thoughtful way.

Create a section where you highlight historical figures, give folks tips for how to celebrate, share ways to give back to Black folks in your community — and maybe even share this article as a resource! (If you use stock photos, check out our guide to diverse stock photos.)

Host a team building and learning event or book club.

One of the best ways to celebrate Black history is by embracing and enjoying cultural touchstones like books, films, art, music, and more. Get your company book club fired up with a new read, host a Lunch & Learn discussion event, or a service project with a nonprofit partner.

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Please, just be sure that your conversations and activities are centering the lived experiences of Black folks — and you’re not patronizing them with annoying questions or expecting them to carry the weight of these projects. Diversity and inclusion initiatives must be well-designed and should never cause more harm for the people in your workplace or community.

Hire a Black historian or speaker to visit.

Hear directly from an expert who can share more about local Black history and lead thoughtful discussions. This is a great option for schools and community organizations, as well as workplaces!

Become a corporate member of the NAACP.

The NAACP is an amazing and long-standing organization dedicated to the fight against systemic racism and injustice.

Anyone can become a member for an annual (or lifetime!) fee, but your entire company can become a corporate member, too.

While this is as simple as making a donation, really embrace your membership by accessing resources, connecting with other values-aligned organizations, and helping your team members take action.

Volunteer with and/or match donations for a Black-led organization.

Connect with a local Black-led nonprofit or a chapter of a national organization and see how you can volunteer as a team during Black History Month (and the rest of the year, too).

Additionally, you can provide a list of nonprofits that your employees can support — and match their donations to make an even bigger impact.

Recognize the need for rest.

While some small companies may not be able to offer increased

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time off to employees, consider what you can do to improve the lives of your team members — especially Black folks.

In what ways can you provide more rest time or less demanding schedules? How can you better respect boundaries between work and life? Where have you failed in welcoming someone’s full self in the workplace?

While wealth equality and robust policies are vital to racial justice, reparations also take the form of naps, affirmation of the work and contribution folks provide to your organization — and true rest that implores folks to take time off and turn off their Slack notifications.

Tricia Hersey of The Nap Ministry does an amazing job of helping us untangle our need for rest from the web of capitalism and white supremacy.

ON SOCIAL MEDIA Follow Black creators — and amplify their work.

Black History Month — like every awareness holiday — isn’t about you as an ally. Don’t post on social media about all the amazing things you’ve done to uplift the Black community.

Instead, quietly listen, learn, and support Black voices by amplifying their content. If you have a large platform, you can do creator takeovers or Q&As, too!

Share helpful information and images.

If you do plan to post specific content about Black History Month, make sure you’re sharing accurate historical information, helpful resources, or advocacy action items. Later has a great guide for celebrating Black History Month on social media.

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What Challenges Do Veterans Face in The Workplace?

The benefits of employing veterans are plentiful, yet many face challenges adapting to the civilian workplace. Below are some of the top roadblocks and stereotypes vets encounter before, during, and after their transition.

1. Gaining Work And Fair Compensation

Achieving an offer of employment is the first hurdle for many veterans. Liberty Street Economics reports that veterans are 18% more likely to be out of work than comparable nonveterans in terms of education and disability status. And veterans who do secure work earn 12% less than nonveterans.

2. Translating Military Into Civilian Skills

It can be challenging for veterans to understand how their capabilities are valuable in the corporate world.

Talent acquisition teams and hiring panels don’t have insights into what vets have learned in the military, so it’s up to the applicants to translate this for potential employers. Stan Kimer explains they must be able to “convert their military skills into civilian language and articulate the skills they built up in the military and how that would apply in the civilian workforce.”

The difficulty here is that just as employers don’t understand military life, new veterans may not yet grasp what they can bring to a corporate role either. Peter Deane, Founder, and MD of Expertise Consultancy Ltd., highlights an additional challenge: self-promotion.

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“Every military veteran I’ve met in the civilian workspace is terrible at this one skill. We have it ingrained in us from the beginning of our military careers, and we carry it with us after we leave.

Self-promotion is our Achilles heel. We tend to shy away from self-promotion and talking about our successes Simultaneously, we’re quick to point out our flaws and shortcomings. This is fine in the military as “bragging” is just not something we do, especially when surrounded by colleagues who also have done the same things and more.”

For veterans to find a role that suits their skillset and offers developmental potential, they must be able to explain what they bring to the table and how it benefits the organization. If the employer has to jump through hoops to figure it out, they will likely pass and find someone else.

3. Hirers Perceiving Lack Of Education

Many organizations unfairly discriminate against veterans, perceiving them to be uneducated. Not only is this a blatant example of unconscious bias at play, it’s also incorrect. The US Chamber of Commerce reveals that more than 1 in 3 veterans holds a Bachelor’s degree, and less than 5% lack a high school diploma.

4. Assuming That All Veterans Have PTSD

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life, which is slightly higher than 6% of the general civilian population who will also be diagnosed with this condition.

Yet, employers incorrectly assume that hiring a veteran risks inviting people with “baggage” into the team, a preconception witnessed by Clifford Jamieson, HR Business Partner at KF Aerospace: “As a veteran and now HR professional, many civilian employers wrongly think that all military veterans, especially Afghanistan war veterans, have PTSD. It is a civilian mindset that needs to change.”

Similarly, CAF veteran Bettina McCulloch-Drake argues that discriminating against someone for having suspected PTSD is as stigmatic as assuming that other employees who require mental health support can’t do their jobs well. She explains: “Believing that people with mental health issues, including PTSD, cannot be effective and productive members of any workplace or community is a belief that really needs to be debunked. Depending on the severity, most mental health issues can be managed with sound and consistent treatment.”

5. Adapting To A Less Physical Lifestyle

One less obvious change that ex-military personnel must get used to is a significant reduction in physical activity when they enter the corporate world. Zachary Green, Managing Partner of Warrior Enterprises, explains the impact of moving from a physical to a mental workload: “Service in the military is synonymous with constant motion— the running, the training, the sheer physical exertion. It’s this continuous movement that fosters a connection between the mind, body, and spirit.

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However, once military service ends, many veterans find themselves breaking away from this routine, and they opt for a more sedentary lifestyle. This sudden shift often triggers an avalanche of negative repercussions.”

It is well-cataloged that physical activity produces a slew of health benefits for the mind and body, including enhanced mood, lower stress, and lower rates of depression. Unfortunately, these benefits can diminish when exercise subsides.

6. Convincing Leaders They Can Take Initiative

Military personnel are accustomed to taking orders and following a chain of command, which is an asset in corporate environments. However, some leaders may be reluctant to trust veterans to take initiative. As a result, they may be less likely to promote or recognize the efforts of veterans who step up and go above and beyond their job description.

7. Concerns About Redeployment

Leaving the military isn’t always as permanent as it sounds. In certain situations, such as wartime, or national emergencies, veterans, including those who have joined the reserves, may be recalled.

Employers are nervous about hiring and training people who may leave suddenly, resulting in yet another role vacancy.

Veteran candidates invited to a recruitment interview may be asked to explain the condition of their military contract, so the employer can determine whether there’s a redeployment risk.

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Closing the STEM Skills Gap to Create New Possibilities for Kids

ver the next decade, it’s projected that nearly 3.5 million manufacturing and STEM-related jobs will be available, yet 2 million are expected to go unfilled due to a skills gap, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics.

Advocates are addressing systemic educational barriers that impact student success in order to fill this skills gap and expand opportunities for young people.

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The 5 Most Rewarding Aspects of Being a Healthcare Worker Healthcare workers are the lifeblood of our society and are some of the most selfless and courageous professionals today. As a healthcare worker, you work tirelessly to care for your patients, often putting their needs and well-being before your own.

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This also means you have the support of your colleagues to back you up when times are tough, which can be incredibly rewarding and valuable in a high-stress environment like healthcare.

3. Job Security And Stability

Healthcare is a growing industry, so there will always be a need for these qualified professionals. With this in mind, healthcare professionals can enjoy job security and stability, even in times of economic uncertainty when other industries are faltering.

Knowing you have a stable job with good benefits and a reliable income can provide you with great peace of mind which makes it easier to focus on providing the best possible care to your patients.

4. Continual Learning

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the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career. Healthcare is a constantly evolving field, so whether it’s through continuing education, attending conferences and workshops, or simply learning on the job, healthcare workers are constantly expanding their knowledge and developing new skills.

This makes work more interesting and engaging, plus it helps you offer the best care possible to your patients with the latest techniques, treatments, and technologies.

5. Building Relationships

Lastly, the relationships you build with both your patients and your colleagues are unlike anything else you’ll experience.

Thus, this is one of the most rewarding aspects of being a healthcare worker.

The opportunity to build meaningful relationships is because healthcare workers often work with patients over an extended period of time, which can make way for a deep and meaningful connection. This can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling and can create a sense of purpose and meaning in your work.

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The relationships you build with both your patients and your colleagues are unlike anything else you’ll experience.

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The Rising Demand for Local Healthcare Jobs T he increasing need for healthcare professionals within local communities has become a prominent trend in recent years. This surge in demand can be attributed to various factors, such as the aging population, advancements in medical technology, and the growing emphasis on preventive care.

As a result of job growth, there are numerous opportunities available for individuals seeking employment in the healthcare sector. As communities grapple with health challenges and the need for accessible medical services intensifies, the healthcare sector is undergoing a transformation that presents opportunities.

Opportunities in Local Healthcare Jobs

The opportunities in local healthcare jobs are multifaceted, reflecting the dynamic nature of the healthcare industry.

The rising demand for professionals in nursing, allied health

professions, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, IT and informatics, community health workers, and entrepreneurship in healthcare underscores the need for a diverse and skilled workforce.

As local healthcare systems continue to evolve, these opportunities not only address current gaps but also pave the way for a more resilient, accessible, and innovative future.

Nursing and Allied Health Professions

One prominent trend is the escalating demand for professionals in nursing and allied health professions.

As the aging population grows, there is an increasing need for skilled healthcare providers who can coordinate patient care and deliver comprehensive and compassionate care. This surge in demand extends beyond traditional roles, with a call for specialized skills in areas such as geriatrics, palliative care, and mental health.

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The demand for nurses, medical assistants, radiologic technologists, occupational therapists, and other allied health professionals remains robust.

As the backbone of healthcare delivery, these roles offer stable employment opportunities, with specialized fields like geriatric nursing experiencing particularly high demand.

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Healthcare IT and Informatics

As healthcare systems become more digitized, the need for professionals in healthcare IT and informatics is escalating.

Opportunities abound for individuals skilled in managing electronic health records, Physician Assistants implementing healthcare and Nurse analytics, and ensuring the security of digital health information.

Practitioners The digitalization of medical The roles of physician assistant, records with a patient’s medical nurse practitioner, and advanced history, implementation of practice registered nurse are The demand for nurses, telehealth platforms, and the gaining prominence and filling utilization of data analytics for medical assistants, radiologic critical gaps in healthcare delivery. patient care have become pivotal These professionals play a crucial technologists, occupational therapists, aspects of modern healthcare. role in providing primary care and other allied health professionals Consequently, skilled individuals services, and the demand for their adept in managing and expertise is on the rise. Physician remains robust. optimizing these technological assistants, nurse practitioners, and advanced practice registered nurses with their advanced advancements are essential to ensure the efficiency, security, training and ability to provide a range of medical services, and quality of healthcare services. are becoming integral members of primary and specialty healthcare teams. Their versatility allows for more accessible and cost-effective healthcare solutions, addressing shortages

Community Health Workers

The emphasis on community-based healthcare has elevated the importance of community health workers. These individuals

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work directly with communities, providing education, preventive care, and treatment plans and acting as liaisons between healthcare providers and the people they serve.

Entrepreneurship in healthcare is another burgeoning avenue, fostering innovation and addressing gaps in service provision.

The role of community health workers is gaining recognition as vital connectors between healthcare providers and local communities. These, equipped with cultural competence and community-specific knowledge, play a pivotal role in promoting health education, preventive care, and facilitating access to healthcare resources. Their impact is particularly pronounced in underserved areas where establishing trust and understanding local needs are paramount for effective healthcare delivery.

Entrepreneurship in Healthcare

Entrepreneurship in healthcare is another burgeoning avenue, fostering innovation and addressing gaps in service provision. The evolving healthcare landscape opens doors for entrepreneurial ventures. Innovations in healthcare technology, wellness programs, and specialized services create opportunities for individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit to contribute to the industry.

The evolving healthcare landscape offers opportunities for entrepreneurs to create solutions that improve patient outcomes, enhance access to care, and streamline healthcare processes.

From telemedicine startups to wellness-focused ventures, entrepreneurial initiatives contribute to the diversification and optimization of healthcare services at the local level.

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Why Did You Become An Engineer?

by Sefanie Hardy

In honor of Engineers Week, which is February 18-24 this year, I asked a few members of our team why they chose an engineering career.

The responses I received ranged from funny to inspiring.

If you haven’t heard, Engineers Week is an annual celebration of everything engineers do, but even more importantly, it’s a time to promote the field to future engineers! In that fashion, I began to wonder what made members of our team choose engineering as a career. Was it something they learned about in school, a path they fell into?

When I posed the question, “Why did you become an engineer?” to some of the Bastian Solutions team, the answers I received were much more interesting. They varied from person to person, but one thing that did stand out, was the passion for engineering at an early age. Take a look at the responses below to see for yourself.

Why did you become an engineer?

Growing up my grandpa knew more about cutting edge technology than anyone else I knew. I figured if I wanted to be that awesome when I was old I would have to become an engineer like grandpa was.– Dan Williams, Systems Operations Manager

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I decided to become an engineer because I’ve always been fascinated by the way things work.

– Jesseca Lyons, Engineering Consultant Growing up on a small farm, I was always fascinated by the machinery and mechanisms we now take for granted in our automated production of food. You do not have to go back very many generations to realize that all of this mechanization and automation was done manually by hand for several thousand years before. It was learning about these cool machines that fueled my desire to be an engineer, to design and build equipment and systems to efficiently produce a desired result. I am still amazed at the ingenuity of our forefathers in designing equipment and machines – from combines to internal combustion engines to jet engines to rockets, etc. – without the technology and tools we have today. This is truly inspiring as an engineer to realize the technologies that will be developed in our lifetime and how we can play a small part in creating these new innovations!

– Jason Effing, General Manager, Bastian Automation Engineering

As far back as I can remember, I have always had an inherent curiosity about how things worked. Engineering became a logical extension of that curiosity and has kept my work life interesting for over 40 years. I still like to know how things work! – Jim Grant, Senior Project Engineer As a child, I liked to day dream, sketch, and build things: go carts, racing boats, aircraft, buildings, space ships.

– Bill Bastian II, CEO I decided to become an engineer very early in life. I believe I was around 6 years old when I took my mom’s house phone apart to see how it worked; from that point forward it was apparent that my, “How does this thing work” mentality would lead me into the engineering field.

– DJ Howard, Application Engineer I decided to become an engineer because I grew up watching my dad (who is also an engineer) be able to design or fix almost anything. I wanted to have that same level of understanding of everything around me and to be able to do the same types of things as him.

– Jason Schlueter, Robotics Design Engineer In high school, the challenges presented throughout a difficult calculus or chemistry class were top notch challenges. The satisfaction I had after solving a difficult problem or lab experiment was an experience I wanted to capture, which is why I chose to become an engineer.

Today, I get that same level of satisfaction from helping our clients achieve business goals they may have previously thought unimaginable by using my engineering background in delivering advanced automation.

– Aaron Jones, President Since I was 12 years old, I always wanted to be a “draughtsman” I guess because I wanted to follow my father’s road, who at the time and in fact ONLY ever worked for Rolls-Royce. It was after an experience of being shocked with 240v fixing a marionette stage light at the age of eleven that I decided I wanted a mechanical career as I could see what was going to hurt me, not an invisible source.

– Bill Galbraith, Senior Project Engineer

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I became an engineer because I am a hands-on learner and experience the world through problem solving; I wanted to touch, tinker, and be able to stand in front of what I spend my workday on. Plus, I have always been a big nerd and the role as engineer stood out as a career path during late high school.

– Danielle Vigent, Application Engineer I decided to become an engineer because I have always been fascinated by how everything in life works. It’s interesting to take different materials or electrical devices, put them together, and see what you can come up with. It’s an even greater experience when what you come up with can help save a life or contribute to a greener planet.

– Kyle Walton, Controls Support Engineer

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Here in the First Community family (First National Bank Texas,

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As a kid, I was always very interested in sci-fi books and movies, so early on the interest stemmed from a desire to be like my favorite characters from those stories. That’s essentially what propelled me into more formal engineering education, at which point I was attracted to the problemsolving nature of the work and the pride that comes from making cool ideas into realities that improve lives in one way or another. (And if I’m being honest, that childlike nerdiness never went away, either.)

– Ric Halvorson, R&D Engineer

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So, why did you become an engineer? Were you inspired by someone in your family? Were you drawn to the field by your curiosity for how things work? Do you love solving problems?

Regardless of the why, the impact engineers have on society, today and in the future, is definitely worth celebrating and one reason DiscoverE created Engineers Week.

Bastian Solutions is lucky to have a great team of engineers, but thanks to the work done by DiscoverE, we’ll also have a long list of new recruits for years to come. From a non-engineer who has the pleasure of working with engineers every day, I can honestly say that what you do seems to be exciting, rewarding, and something worth celebrating. Happy Engineers Week to all of you!

Article provided by www.bastiansolutions.com. Stefanie Hardy Stefanie is the Director of Marketing at Bastian Solutions, headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. She has a background in advertising and marketing and has been with the company since 2010.

Outside of work, Stefanie enjoys spending time with her husband and two children as well as running, hiking and reading.

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Women in Law Enforcement

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by Curtis Crooke, Special Contributor COPS Office

DISCOVER YOUR CALLING

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ender inequality is still a defining aspect of law enforcement, even in today’s world of slowly increasing employment fairness. Women comprise only a small percentage of the local law enforcement in agencies across the nation. Though their presence in the police force dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, it’s only been noticeable in the past 40 years.

In the 1970s, women accounted for roughly two percent of sworn officers, with most of the women holding clerical positions.

Yet, despite progressive legislation aimed at procuring gender equality in the United States, women today make up only 13 percent of the force, most significantly in larger departments.

Women in law enforcement are often inexplicitly resented by their male counterparts and many face harassment. Additionally, many women encounter a ‘brass’ ceiling and are unable to rise to supervisory positions despite their qualifications. Many women do not even try to reach these positions because of fear of oppression from male coworkers.

Despite progressive legislation aimed at procuring gender equality in the United States, women today make up only 13 percent of the force.

Few women receive the guidance necessary to overcome this obstacle; however, the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE) has been working hard since 1995 to mentor women in executive positions and help guide new female officers to grasp the opportunity to achieve these leadership roles. Their president, Commander Kristen Ziman of the Aurora (Illinois) Police Department who has endured the hard process of becoming an executive, shared her experience as a woman in law enforcement and her recommendations to others starting this difficult journey.

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When Commander Ziman became a police cadet in 1991, women in the Aurora Police Department had not advanced beyond the rank of patrol officer. While the inequality did not figure into her decision, she also did not aspire to obtain a leadership position. She was conscious of the minority situation, and was the only woman of six officers to enter the department in 1994. While at the police academy, she felt that she and the other women in her position often “needed to prove [them]selves.” Whereas their male counterparts were easily accepted, the women were automatically considered inferior and only seemed to be able to change this perception by showing the men otherwise. The women in the academy were watched more closely and felt they were expected to do something incorrectly.

Yet, in her experience, the moment that competency was proven, much of the inequality faded away. But some still remained. After three successful months of training, the head of the academy met with Commander Ziman and her Field Training Officer. The FTO was asked if Ziman had ever been in a fight. Ziman had not, but her FTO said that she did not need to prove herself that way because of her ability to talk through a potentially dangerous situation. Ziman was later informed by her FTO that such a

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question was never asked of the male cadets. Ziman was very fortunate in that there weren’t many similar incidents during the course of her career. She simply tried to do her job and do it well, and as a result, her competency was not questioned.

Ziman was the first female lieutenant, and later commander, in Aurora city history.

According to her, at this level, gender is rarely an issue. Rather, every leader is being watched by both the officers and the general public.

During her years spent rising through the ranks and since attaining her current role, Ziman has helped to promote gender equality. She has done her best to mentor fellow female police officers and, with the help of NAWLEE, has successfully aided women who were motivated to reach the executive level of law enforcement.

Though she acknowledges that each gender tends to have special skill sets, the best person for any job should have that job. One skill set women often have is that they are more able to communicate with fellow citizens.

Ziman believes that “women really have the gift of influence” and recalled that she had “to talk [her] way out of things” when violence could have ensued. However, Ziman also knows many men who are very good at communicating.

As the president of a mentoring organization, Ziman is

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Women need to be assertive and listen to the voice inside of them urging them to strive for success. tasked with guiding fellow women in law enforcement. In discussing herself and fellow women around her, Ziman expressed fear that “we hold ourselves back.” If women do not have the dedication to climb the ranks of law enforcement, they will rarely succeed at making the climb. Women need to “forge [their] own path, [for they] truly are responsible for [their] own career.” Yet Ziman understands one of the main reasons why so few women have the necessary aspirations: The hard work hours required of a law enforcement executive do not mix well with family obligations. Ziman often suggests that women find a supportive partner who will help them reach their dreams by easing the strain of the many hard work hours. Although she understands many women’s dilemma, she does believe that more

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women are necessary for a police force to function properly. The police’s first priority is to “emulate the community we serve.”

Thus far, the small percentage of women on the force impedes this from happening.

The discrimination women in law enforcement face today may not be as extreme as it was, but it is still a problem. “Some of it is self-imposed, presently,” but improvement is still possible.

Ziman recalled that her first FTO was a woman. Without describing the unpleasant events the FTO had experienced in previous years, Ziman noted that it was “unmentionable, the things that happened to her.” Also, the men “didn’t want her to be there” and would exclude her from office activities.

Accordingly, the FTO had developed a strong feeling of resentment toward her profession.

Despite these common past occurrences, Ziman claimed that women today, just like men, are responsible for their own careers. They need to be assertive and listen to the voice inside of them urging them to strive for success. Ziman waited, like many women do, to rise in the ranks. She was told to take the sergeant’s test rather than seeking out the opportunity.

And many women unfortunately fear being ridiculed by male coworkers if they attempt to reach the executive level.

Since its creation in 1995, NAWLEE has quickly grown into a national organization, guiding and helping women in law enforcement around the country. Its staff, headed by Commander Ziman, is composed of fellow law enforcement executives working to address gender discrimination and end the inequality that pervades the profession.

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