Guided by the mission of increasing the number of underrepresented females in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, Estrella Mountain Community College has partnered with Intel Corporation to plan, design and host two, one-day conferences for the fifth annual year. The first conference, to be held February 20, will bring approximately 200 middle school students to the Estrella Mountain campus for activities including science experiments as well as professional and personal development workshops. The second conference, to be held Wednesday, March 10, will have similar activities and will target local high school districts such as Tolleson and Agua Fria, outreaching to approximately 180 high school students.
For more information about the conference or signing up, contact Laura Dulgar at 623 935 8315.
The Hermanas conference provides a supportive environment where young women can interact with successful Latinas in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) careers, explore technological careers, receive encouragement to finish school and attend college, and to pursue their goals.