2020 Conference
2020 Women In Science Conference
Tuesday, March 10th
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Jeanette McConnell
Dr. Jeanette McConnell is a champion for fun STEM education, an advocate for our environment, a writer, and just really enjoys helping others realize they have the power to reach their goals. From making STEM education fun and accessible to helping those with a STEM background find a career path they love, her goal and passion is to help others grow and make their unique contribution to STEM. Last year she is a part of Homeward Bound, a groundbreaking strategic leadership and science initiative for women in STEM, which culminates in a 3-week voyage to Antarctica. Through Homeward Bound Jeanette will enhance the visibility of the diversity that exists within STEM and work to grow an even more diverse group of future STEM leaders.
Her current position is Education, Outreach and Diversity Coordinator for the NSF Center for Aerosol Impacts on Chemistry of the Environment.
Student Comments
"That we need to follow the path that we love the most, and reconsider what is important in our life and what would we be willing to give up to achieve our goals."
"I learned that even though people may tell you no, you must always follow your heart!!"
"Anything worth while is never easy."
"We can do anything as long as we work hard."
"That no matter what, shadow, shadow, shadow."
"The sky isn't the limit/follow your dreams. I learned a lot about science that I didn't already know."
"I learned that you don't have to do what your parents think you're good at."
"To never give up, and through all of the tuff times of people saying you can't do it. Just remember you can. Do what you want. Not others."
"Follow your dreams even when you are the only girl."
"How many different things in science or jobs that people have. I loved everything about the sessions."
"That people are creating new technologies that are operated with your eyes."
"That it's okay to be different, in the future it could benefit you in ways you don't realize now!"
"Don't let people tell you that you're not brilliant."
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