COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
2 nd ANNUAL
REC A P
NSF HBCU-UP Program
STEM DAY BY THE NUMBERS
13 200
Middle & high school students in attendance
FAMU faculty participants
FAMU programs represented
40
76% student attendees reported that their participation in 67% ofSTEM DAY improved their problem solving abilities student attendees reported that STEM DAY 62% ofincreased their interest in science and math
of student attendees reported that their participation in STEM DAY will help them become a better student
07
STEM DAY Speakers
STEM DAY has been designed
to increase the interest of K-12 students in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, and to highlight the various STEM activities taking place on FAMU’s campus.
19 50 35 K-12
Sponsors
Schools represented
Parents in attendance
March 28, 2015
“Climbing the Mountain to Success: Practical Principles to Become Successful in Life� Dr. Sullivan shared his personal journey on becoming an orthopedic surgeon. He outlined some of the obstacles he had to overcome, along with some of the principles he followed that contributed to his success.
Dr. Rashad Sullivan, a FAMU graduate, is currently a resident physician training in Orthopedic Surgery at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
“Who and What is a STEM Professional? How Do I Become One?” Tokiwa Smith, founder and executive director of SEM Link, discussed STEM careers exploration and the path that a student should take at each educational level (middle school, high school, and college).
“Careers in Law Enforcement and Cyber Security” Clifford Stokes, Jr. informed the students about careers in Law Enforcement (Forensic Science) and Information Technology.
(Left) Physics student Danielle Green leads the Physics breakout session. (Bottom) Middle and high school students take part in the “Crime Scene Investigation� portion of STEM Day.
STEM Day Science Expo
The College of Science and Technology teamed up with various departments on campus for the Science Expo. During the Science Expo, 13 departments were able to showcase their various programs and conduct hands on activities with the students and parents in attendance.
(Below) College of Science and Technology Dean Maurice Edington, Associate Dean Sonya Stephens, and Assistant Dean Lewis Johnson.
STEM Day Luncheon Speaker:
S. Leandra Higginbotham, Ph.D. discussing “Forensic Science Careers.�
STEM Day Sponsors
STEM Day Corporate STEM Day Sponsors Sponsors
Division of Research
HBCU-UP
Entertainment
In addition to the various educational activites that took place throughout the day, attendees were also entertained with student performances and music.The Omega Lamplighters performed a step routine during the opening session (Above). DJ Breeze 850 of Rush Hour Entertainment played music during lunch and the Science Expo (Right).
Mark Branch, an aerospace engineer at the world’s premiere space agency (NASA), is also known as DJ Scientific. Mr. Branch encouraged students to utilize their talents and skill sets, and explained how STEM plays a key role in their everyday lives.
Stem Day Volunteers Entertaining Future Stem Professionals
STEM Day Parents’ Workshop The College of Science and Technology’s STEM Recruiter, Cynthia B. Jones, Ph.D., conducted an interactive parent workshop entitled: “A STEM Seed is Planted. Now What?” Dr. Jones discussed ways parents can provide support to their children in pursuit of STEM careers.
STEM Day Planning Committee Members STEM Day Chairs
Shanalee Gallimore, M.S., Chair Cynthia Jones, Ph.D., Co-Chair Frederick Simmons, M.S., Co-Chair STEM Day Committee Members Terrial Brown Sade Collins Alicia Hudson Dawn Lewis, Ph.D. Arlisha McQueen, M.S. Sharmini Pitter, Ph.D. Paulette Reneau, Ph.D. Corbin Robinson LeeShawn Thomas, Ph.D. Robyn Ware Tanganyika Wilder, Ph.D.
STEM Day Student Committee Members Donovan Blot Dominique Berry Danielle Green Jamie Hamilton Michael Jones Miguel Richardson Khadijah Weathers
College of Science and Technology Department Chairs Pierre Ngnepieba, Ph.D. Department of Mathematics James Bouyer, Ph.D. Department of Chemistry Lekan Latinwo, Ph.D. Department of Biology Deidre Evans, Ph.D. Department of Computer & Information Sciences Mario Encinosa, Ph.D. Department of Physics
Thank You From The Dean!! On behalf of the College of Science and Technology (CST) and the STEM Day Planning Committee, I want to issue a heartfelt Thank You to the many students, faculty, staff, sponsors, and supporters who helped make STEM Day 2015 a tremendous success. Special thanks goes to Ms. Pamela C. Zackery (FAMU Office of University Advancement), the FAMU Industry Cluster, and Dr. Timothy Moore (FAMU Division of Research). STEM Day is one of CST’s signature STEM outreach initiatives. This year’s event included 200 middle and high school Dean Maurice D. Edington, Ph.D. students, 35 parents, seven invited speakers from industry and academia, 40 FAMU faculty members, and 13 FAMU academic programs. We were also very fortunate to receive generous financial support and donations from 19 sponsors, which allowed materials, supplies, giveaways, and food to be provided to the participants. The theme of STEM Day was FAMU CSI “Crime Scene Investigation,” which involved the use of various “crime scenes” to provide students with hands-on problem solving experience in STEM disciplines. During the day, students had an opportunity to listen to engaging presentations from several invited speakers and participate in the Science Expo, where they received information about FAMU’s academic programs and STEM initiatives. The day was met with great excitement from program participants. Planning has already begun to make next year’s event an even greater success. We look forward to your continued support and collaboration.
College of Science and Technology
“Who Wants to be a Millionaire: How to Use Mathematics to Make Good Financial Choices.�
Desmond Stephens, Ph.D., associate professor of Mathematics, conducts a workshop during STEM Day. Dr. Stephens showed students how mathematics and basic interest principles can help them avoid debt.
Photos: Lee Howell Photography & Lewis Johnson Graphics: Frederick Simmons