Thousands at CSM for April Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Events Shining a bright spotlight on exciting and rewarding career possibilities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) was the goal of the College of Southern Maryland’s Spotlight on STEM events during the month of April. “We wanted to show students of all ages the incredible opportunities that exist—and the exciting life you can lead—when you study STEM subjects in school. When students have strong math and science skills—anything is possible,” said CSM STEM Institute Director Robert Farinelli. Preparing students to fulfill the high-paying technical jobs of the future is a top priority for CSM which has expanded its STEM focus to include a wider variety of events for students and educators. The events included a LEGO Robotics Challenge for elementary and middle school students, Destination College for middle school students, Women + Math Workshop for girls 13-21, Career and College Readiness for high school students and educators, and Student Success Mid-Atlantic Conference for K-12 and college educators and administrators, as well as students in teacher education programs. Off-campus, the college’s robotics team, the Talons, competed in the VEX World Championship in Anaheim, Calif. Helping educators understand student needs and [...]
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