A Conversation with Engineer Lisa Laws
Structural engineer Lisa Laws (who works at the engineering firm URS) has lent her infectious enthusiasm to Project Exploration for several years now, making regular appearances at Sisters4Science sessions. Earlier this year she participated in a Science Digest session devoted to engineering, and joined our annual Outdoor Leadership Retreat – showing students the basics of designing bridges and buildings, and encouraging them to follow their passion. Continue reading
“She’s a woman, I’m a woman. She likes science, I like science. That’s it.” — A Conversation with Dr. Kim Coble and K’Maja
Dr. Kim Coble and high school sophomore K’Maja epitomize the kind of multi-faceted, long-term relationship that Project Exploration seeks to foster. United by their love of astronomy, their partnership has grown into a genuine friendship that continues to enrich both of their lives. Senior Manager of Curriculum and Professional Learning Communities Jameela Jafri (who introduced them) and I sat down with the two of them at a local café to find out more about them. Continue reading
Women in Science: Charlie McCord
Women in Science (WIS) is a group of professional women scientists who provide hands-on, personalized experiences with science for Chicago Public School students. Since 2000, WIS has been an integral component in meeting Project Exploration’s mission to make science accessible to the public—especially minority youth and girls. WIS participants provide engaging science opportunities for our after-school programs for girls, annual youth development events, and intensive field experiences.
- Charlie McCord © C. McCord, used with permission
Charlie McCord is a PhD candidate in biology at the University of… Continue reading
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Women in Science: Dr. Sally Ride
Sally Ride was born in 1951 in Los Angeles, California. As a young woman, her interests included science and tennis. She was a nationally ranked amateur, and she briefly left college to pursue tennis as a career. After several months of practice, she gave up on the idea and transferred to Stanford University, where she double majored in English and physics. After completing her undergraduate degree, she remained at Stanford to earn a master’s degree and a doctorate in physics.
After completing her education, Ride joined… Continue reading
Women in Science: Mary Anning
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