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Think of this as Super Bowl Week for STEM. For the next fi ve days, the challenges and opportunities of the sprawling issue we’ve all reduced to four letters will be the front-and-center topic in the nation’s capital. Welcome!

To give STEM the impact it deserves, we’ve partnered with the USA Science and Engineering Festival and several other groups to create a weeklong series of events that will spotlight this crucial sector. Corporations and nonprofi ts are hosting dinners, seminars and private meetings all over town. Over the weekend, the Science Festival really brings things home to parents and students: As they did two years ago, the organizers will fi ll the convention center with hundreds of exhibits and hundreds of thousands of people. Make sure you stick around Friday after lunch for a sneak peek at a truly remarkable event.

If the Festival is the big game, STEM Solutions is like the NFL owners meeting. In the past three years, we’ve been able to create the essential gathering for the STEM leadership community. Our goal was to assemble the best thinkers and doers among the companies and institutions working to solve the critical problem of mismatched education and jobs. A look at this year’s program and the list of attendees tells me that, thanks to all of you, we’ve achieved that goal.

This year’s theme is “Where Employers and Educators Meet.” From our fi rst STEM event in 2011, you’ve told us that this is one of the most important things we can do: Bring the people who need to fi ll the jobs together with the people who educate the talent. As I’ve learned, that interaction happens all too rarely. We’re dedicated to making that dialogue happen at the leadership level and to focus on ways to replicate such cooperation in every local community.

But we also know that there are more parts to the equation. Government matters, as does the vast and important nonprofi t sector. The package works when all these parts – embodied by the people in this room – come together.

Of course, one tricky thing about leadership summits is that everyone here is a leader, but not everyone gets to be on stage. Like you, I’ve been on both ends of these discussions: at the podium and in the cheap seats. But this is what makes a great conference. We’ve pulled together fresh insights and case studies from a terrifi c collection of people who live in the world of “what works.” Some of us will talk, some of us will listen, all of us will chew over the results and do something about them.

We’re glad to have you with us.

Best,

Brian Kelly Editor and Chief Content Offi cer U.S. News & World Report

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Bringing more students to STEM careersIn a first-of-its-kind report recently released by ACT, The Condition of STEM 2013 shows that an untapped pool of students has an interest in STEM areas but they are not planning to pursue a STEM career as they prepare for the future.

The report contains national and statewide findings based on class of 2013 high school students who took the ACT® college readiness assessment. The report shows that:

Fully 48% of all students in the 2013 ACT-tested graduating class are interested in STEM.

Nearly one out of 10 tested graduates shows an inherent interest in a STEM-related career—as measured by the ACT Interest Inventory— but they do not indicate an interest in pursuing a STEM path of study or occupation.

The good news is that many more students than first thought are interested in science and math. Closing the gap between interests and intentions could put more students on a path to STEM-related careers, improving the STEM pipeline and alleviating the shortage of qualified workers in these fields.

ACT supports efforts to help advance STEM education and careers in the United States. To find out more, visit us at Booth 601 or view our STEM report at www.act.org/stemcondition.

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Thank you to our Sponsors ................................................................. 6

General Information .......................................................................... 8

Schedule-at-a-Glance ........................................................................ 9

Keynote Agenda ............................................................................... 12

Roundtable Discussions .................................................................. 16

Breakout Session Descriptions ......................................................... 20

U.S. News STEM Leadership Hall of Fame ......................................... 38

Exhibit Hall Events ........................................................................... 39

Floor Plan (Exhibit Hall) ................................................................... 41

Exhibitor & Sponsor List ................................................................... 42

Supporting Organizations ................................................................. 48


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EXHIBIT HOURSWednesday, April 23 ... 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Thursday, April 24 ...... 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

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Friday, April 25 .......... 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

WHEN: Wednesday, April 23 5:15 pm – 7:00 pm

WHERE: Walter E. Washington

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 20141:00-2:00 Opening Keynote Session (Ballroom C)

2:00-3:00 Exhibit Break (Ballroom B)

Room 206 Room 202B Room 209 Room 207B Room 207A Room 202A Room 204C

3:00-4:00 Session 1AThe Rise of Practical Graduate Education

Session 3AFirst Comes Math: The Need for Remediation

Session 6ACreating a Sustainable Commitment to STEM

Session 4AInside NAEP’s New Report Card: Measuring Technology and Engineering Literacy

Session 8ALeading by Example: The Crucial Role of Mentors

Session 12ASTEM CHANGE-MAKER One-on-OneLieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds

Session 13AMarket Insights: Investment Criteria for STEM Education: What Counts for Excellence in STEM Programs?

4:15-5:15 Session 2BInside the New CTE Career Clusters

Session 6BPutting Veterans to Work for STEM

Session 9BThe View from Capitol Hill

Session 11BEXECUTIVE WORKSHOP: Culture Shock: Valuing Academic Achievement

Session 12BSTEM CHANGE-MAKEROne-on-OneJames H. Shelton, III

5:15-7:00 Exhibit Hall Reception (Ballroom B)

THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 20149:00-10:00 Keynote Session (Ballroom C)

10:00-10:45 Exhibit Break (Ballroom B)

10:00-12:00 2:00-4:00 Room 204C Shell Oil Workshop: “Connecting the Dots” Building K-12 STEM Career Awareness and Excitement Through Active Learning

Room 206 Room 202B Room 209 Room 207B Room 207A Room 202A Room 204B

10:45-12:00 Session 1CBridging the Gap: Overcoming STEM Fatigue

Session 2CCustomized Credentials Come of Age

Session 5CMusic, Magic and More

Session 10CEXPERT ROUNDTABLES

Session 11CEXECUTIVE WORKSHOP: The Common Core Backlash

Session 12CSTEM CHANGE-MAKER One-on-OneJoan Ferrini-Mundy, Ph.D.

12:00-2:00 Lunch/Exhibit Break (Ballroom B)

2:00-3:15 Session 1DReport from the Teaching Front

Session 4DMaking STEM Stick in Middle School

Session 5DScience and Discovery

Session 10DEXPERT ROUNDTABLES

Session 11DEXECUTIVE WORKSHOP: The STEM Crisis Myth

Session 7DSTEMx WORKSHOP:The STEM School Advantage

Session 13DMarket Insights: Teach Interactive Design & STEM with Unity 3D

3:30-4:45 Session 3EFast Track to a Paycheck

Session 4ENext Steps for the Next Generation Science Standards

Session 5ESTEM Hollywood-Style

Session 8EClosing the Management Gender Gap

Session 11EEXECUTIVE WORKSHOP: The Holy Grail: Scalability

SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE


FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014

9:00-10:15 Keynote Session (Ballroom C)

Room 206 Room 202B Room 209 Room 207B Room 207A Room 202A

10:30-11:45 Session 1FThe Changing Landscape of Online Education

Session 3FThe Community College Reinvented

Session 4FGiving Computer Science a Boost

Session 6FA Crash Course in Talent Recruitment

Session 8FServing Underserved Youth

Session 9FThe Numbers Game

12:00-1:30 U.S. News STEM Leadership Hall of Fame Award Luncheon (Ballroom C)

SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE

1=Higher Education: Building A More Robust College Pipeline

2=Revamping Career & Technical Education

3=Community Colleges: Filling The Void

4=Where It All Starts: K-12 Education

5=Inspiring Minds

6=The Corporate Connection

7=STEMx Workshop

8=Changing The Face Of STEM

9=Politics, Policy And Society

10=Expert Roundtables

11=Executive Workshops

12=STEM Change-Makers: One-on-One

13=Market Insights

Video games are providing future innovators with the critical STEM skills they need to succeed in today’s technology-driven workforce and bolster our country’s competitiveness. The Entertainment Software Association proudly uses games and game design to engage students on STEM subjects through programs including the National STEM Video Game Challenge and the ESA LOFT Innovation Fellowship.

To learn more about these programs and how video games are enhancing education, go to www.theESA.com.

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KEYNOTE AGENDA

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Ballroom C

OPENING KEYNOTE #STEMopen

Brian Kelly Editor and Chief Content Offi cer, U.S. News & World Report

KEYNOTE PANEL Freeman Hrabowski, III, Ph.D. President, University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Dalton Hughes Meyerhoff Scholar and Undergraduate Student, Chemical Engineering, University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Lauren Mazzoli Cyber Scholar and Undergraduate Student, Computer Science and Mathematics, University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Mitchel Zavala Research Assistant and Undergraduate Student, Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Moderator:

Judy Woodruff Co-Anchor and Managing Editor, PBS NewsHour

THURSDAY, APRIL 24

9:00 am – 10:00 am | Ballroom C

KEYNOTE REMARKS #STEMlight Hadi Partovi Co-Founder and CEO, code.org

STEM SPOTLIGHTS Tamara Hudgins, Ph.D. Executive Director, Girlstart

Matthew Peterson, Ph.D. Co-founder, Chief Operating Offi cer and Senior Scientist, MIND Research Institute (ST Math)

Terri StriplingOwner, Ten80 Education

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FRIDAY, APRIL 25

9:00 am – 10:15 am

KEYNOTE REMARKS #STEMspark

Steve Green Vice President of Policy, Government and Public Affairs, Chevron

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Dean Kamen Founder, FIRST (via remote)

KEYNOTE REMARKS Jack N. Gerard President and CEO, American Petroleum Institute

KEYNOTE PANEL Omar Abudayyeh M.D.-Ph.D. Candidate, Harvard Medical School

Jack Andraka First Place Winner, Intel Science Talent Search 2012; Junior, North County High School, Glen Burnie, Md.

Parker Liautaud Polar Adventurer and Environmental Campaigner; B.S. Candidate, Geology and Geophysics, Yale University

Ritankar Das Chairman, See Your Future; MSc Candidate, Bioengineering, Oxford University

Moderator:

Nate Ball Host, PBS Kids “Design Squad”; Co-Founder and CTO, Atlas Devices

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

U.S. NEWS STEM LEADERSHIPHALL OF FAME AWARDS LUNCHEON

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KEYNOTE REMARKS AND AWARDS PRESENTATION

Ray AlmgrenVice President of Marketing, National Instruments

HALL OF FAME HONOREE DISCUSSIONAnousheh Ansari Co-Founder, Chair and CEO, Prodea Systems

Norm AugustineRetired Chairman and CEO, Lockheed Martin

Shirley Ann Jackson, Ph.D. President, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

William H. Swanson Chairman, Raytheon Company

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ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS

8:00 am – 9:00 am | Ballroom Foyer

Colleges in Crisis: New Revenue Streams for Higher EducationUniversities facing dwindling revenue streams from traditional students or traditional sources such as grants have options. Come to hear about current initiatives and discuss specifi c paths to achieving success via distance learning and innovative workforce development solutions.

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The Forgotten Middle Many of us are concerned about the low number of African-American and Hispanic students pursuing STEM careers, but most programs have focused on just the highest performing students in those groups. What would compel the more typical student—the middle 70 percent—to consider a STEM career? Share your thoughts and learn about the results of a new survey of over 600 urban teens and parents that covered the topics of college, careers and technology jobs.

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Do EngineeringIf students are going to design and build future innovations, they must design and build in school. Come see how National Instruments is helping students experience and explore what they’re learning with innovative hands-on classroom technology for educators and students—from kindergarten through university.

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Creating a Life-Long Passion for STEM: Inspiring Students and Teachers Through Informal Science EducationCreating a workforce that is prepared for the 21st Century demands not only skill, but passion—a personal, deep rooted connection with STEM that allows young people to meet the challenges and seize the opportunities of this highly technical age. To forge that kind of bond we need to ignite a spark early, and keep it burning in a powerful and sustained way. Informal science education does just that by providing opportunities for personal engagement in STEM at all age levels. Join Carnegie Science Center educators to explore proven programs—and new resources—to cultivate these connections from cradle to career, and produce a thriving workforce and community.

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STEM Workforce Development: The Forgotten GenerationAs a whole, the United States has made signifi cant progress in addressing the STEM challenge, particularly at the K-12 level. However, an entire generation has been overlooked: today’s generation. Come hear about current initiatives and discuss specifi c paths to boosting effi ciency, productivity and STEM competency among today’s workforce.

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The Forgotten Middle Many of us are concerned about the low number of African-American and Hispanic students pursuing STEM careers, but most programs have focused on just the highest performing students in those groups. What would compel the more typical student — the middle 70 percent — to consider a STEM career? Share your thoughts and learn about the results of a new survey of over 600 urban teens and parents that covered the topics of college, careers and technology jobs.

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Do EngineeringIf students are going to design and build future innovations, they must design and build in school. Come see how National Instruments is helping students experience and explore what they’re learning with innovative hands-on classroom technology for educators and students - from kindergarten through university.

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The STEM Education Pathway – A Roadmap to High Quality STEM EducationJoin Carnegie Science Center educators on a journey to explore four essential elements of high quality PreK-12 STEM education – inquiry-based science and math education, integrated curriculum, project-based group learning, and career awareness – and strategies used by schools and districts attempting to integrate high-quality, high-impact STEM education. One of these strategies is Carnegie Science Center’s STEM Education Pathway – a roadmap for schools seeking to strengthen their PreK-12 STEM education programs which provides a self-assessment rubric to determine where on the STEM education continuum a school is currently functioning. Once this starting point is identifi ed, the Pathway provides guidance and direction to assist schools in setting goals, as well as strategies toward achieving them. This exciting tool will be available for the 2014 – 2015 school year. Come and share your path toward high quality STEM education!

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3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

SESSION 1A: The Rise of Practical Graduate Education

#RiseGradEdu

Room 206By some estimates, about 2.6 million new and replacement jobs will require an advanced degree by 2020. But outside of law and business schools, graduate education often focuses on preparing the next generation of academics, not hit-the-ground-running managers and employees with both technical and soft skills. That’s changing, thanks to the rise of the professional science master’s degree as well as revamped master’s and Ph.D. programs that build in experiential learning. This session will showcase STEM programs that are successfully graduating students with advanced degrees and the skills employers desire.

SPEAKERS: Sean R. Gallagher, Ph.D., Vice President and Chief Technology Offi cer, UVP, LLC

Patrick S. Osmer, Ph.D., Vice Provost for Graduate Studies and Dean of the Graduate School, Ohio State University

Deborah Silver, Ph.D., Executive Director, Professional Science Master’s Program, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

MODERATOR: Anne McGrath, Managing Editor, U.S. News & World Report

SESSION 3A: First Comes Math: The Need for Remediation

#1Math

Room 202BMany studies have shown that only about 12 percent of community college students who plan to go on for a four-year STEM degree start off capable of college-level math, the foundation of everything in STEM. It’s clear that math remediation is key to feeding the STEM pipeline, but the typical developmental course is a turnoff and fully 70 percent of students who place into these classes don’t complete them, dropping out of a degree program or changing direction away from STEM. This session looks at novel promising approaches to accelerated and engaging remediation.

SPEAKERS:Glenn DuBois, Ph.D., Chancellor, Virginia Community College System

Cinnamon Hillyard, Ph.D., Senior Associate for Network Relations, Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching

Gail O. Mellow, Ph.D., President, LaGuardia Community College, Long Island City, NY

MODERATOR:Paul Fain, Senior Reporter, Inside Higher Ed

SESSION 4A: Inside NAEP’s New Report Card: Measuring Technology and Engineering Literacy

#NAEP

Room 207BFor nearly 50 years, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) has provided a continuous and nationally representative measure of what U.S. students know and can do in various subjects, including science and math. With the growing emphasis on technology and engineering in the classroom and in our daily lives, evidence of what students can do in these areas is essential for developing policies, plans and programs. Join us to learn about NAEP’s new, computer-based Technology and Engineering Literacy (TEL) assessment. TEL is the fi rst nationwide, cross-curricular assessment to provide evidence about what students know about technology and engineering and the roles they play in their lives. Using interactive, scenario-based tasks, TEL will also measure students’ ability to develop solutions to technological and engineering problems and use technology to communicate and collaborate effectively.

SPEAKERS:Lonnie Smith, Assessment Specialist, ETS

William Ward, Senior Research Scientist, Assessments Division, National Center for Education Statistics

MODERATOR: Peggy Carr, Ph.D., Associate Commissioner, Assessment Division, National Center for Education Statistics

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

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SESSION 6A: Creating a Sustainable Commitment to STEM

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Room 209 In today’s corporate world, improving STEM education and increasing public awareness of STEM career opportunities are essential to ensuring a steady fl ow of workers with tomorrow’s skills today. Many companies are employing multiple initiatives across many sectors to achieve these goals, including working with K-12 and higher education institutions to develop curriculums, inspiring and engaging youngsters through employee mentor programs and teacher workshops, instituting formal STEM councils, developing relationships with a variety of stakeholders and becoming active members of the STEM public policy debate. Several executives from companies leading the way in STEM will explain their thinking, their programs, and their progress.

SPEAKERS:Blair Blackwell, Manager, Education and Corporate Programs, Chevron

Wendy R. Hawkins, Executive Director, Intel Foundation

Aleta Stampley, Director, K-12 Education and Community Relations, Texas Instruments

Mark D. Vaughn, Ph.D., Manager, Technical Talent Pipelining and Lead, Technology Community Offi ce of STEM, Corning Incorporated

MODERATOR: Christopher Roe, Chief Executive Offi cer, California STEM Learning Network

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

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SESSION 8A: Leading by Example: The Crucial Role of Mentors

#mentorSTEM

Room 207AInspiring and engaging individuals who might not consider a STEM education or career is a challenging goal. Hear fi rsthand from a panel of mentors and coaches about what works and how best to cultivate relationships between individuals of different generations, genders and ethnic and cultural backgrounds. The mentors will also discuss how to engage parents in their children’s quests for college and career development.

SPEAKERS:Capt. Barrington Irving, President and Founder, Experience Aviation

Dara Richardson-Heron, M.D., Chief Executive Offi cer, YWCA USA

Eric Schwarz, Co-Founder and CEO, Citizen Schools; Executive Chairman, US2020

Mark J. Tamaro, P.E., Senior Principal/Senior Vice President, Thornton Tomasetti; Mentor, ACE Mentor Program

MODERATOR:Darlene Cavalier, Founder, Science Cheerleader; Founder, SciStarter

SESSION 12A: STEM Change-Maker: One-on-One

#STEM1on1

Room 202AIn the growing movement to provide practical solutions to the STEM jobs and education dilemma, a handful of individuals stand out as driving forces, and we look to them for guidance, counsel and continuing to blaze a trail. Here’s your chance to get to know some of them. Come prepared for an extended Q&A session via a facilitated discussion.

INTRODUCTION: Edie Fraser, Chief Executive Offi cer, STEMconnector

SPEAKER:Kim Reynolds, Lieutenant Governor, State of Iowa

MODERATOR:Margaret Mannix, Executive Editor, U.S. News & World Report

SESSION 13A: Market Insights: Investment Criteria for STEM Education: What Counts for Excellence in STEM Programs?

#STEMinsights

Room 204CCorporate investments related to STEM education appear aimed at a wide range of purposes. As a result, the criteria for these investments in STEM education at the K-12 or postsecondary levels can vary widely. Beyond signaling a commitment to social and community development, well-focused corporate investments in STEM education can help to support multiple opportunities, including:

• Underwriting teaching and content innovations in priority disciplines such as math and science.

• Ensuring long-lasting community partnership programs for educators and corporate leaders.

• Creating measurable programs to promote college-and career-readiness; and

• Seeding future talent pipelines for in-demand careers in a wide range of industries.

The session is designed for corporate social responsibility leaders and educators. It will begin with developing a consensus of “what counts” for excellence in STEM education; turn to a review of investment criteria designed to spur excellence in STEM education; and conclude by listing potential actionable items for stakeholders represented in the audience.

Panelists will offer their views on what counts for excellence in STEM teaching and program content, best uses of corporate investments in STEM education by schools, and examples of how corporations can contribute to the actual design of STEM education programs linked to specifi c STEM jobs.

The discussion will include a multifaceted review of investment criteria and best practices, based on examples of successful investment initiatives with measurable outcomes. Conclusions will be summarized in a written report and made available via webinars for interested parties.

SPEAKERS:Thomas Emrick, Ph.D., Executive Director, Smithsonian Science Education Center

Jane Kubasik, President, 114th Partnership

Jane Oates, Vice President, Apollo Education Group

Joshua P. Starr, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools, Montgomery County Public Schools

MODERATOR:Timothy R. Welsh, Senior Vice President, Apollo Education Group

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SESSION 2B: Inside the New CTE Career Clusters #CTECC

Room 206Similar to the Common Core State Standards for mathematics, state career and technical education directors are establishing a uniform set of standards for their programs: the Common Career Technical Core, built around 16 “career clusters.” STEM is one cluster and a range of others are aligned with science and math, such as manufacturing, IT, and health science. Forty-two states and the District of Columbia are participating. This session will explore the emerging effort and the particulars of effective CTE programs that are worth implementing across the country.

SPEAKERS:Marie Barry, Director, Offi ce of Career and Technical Education, New Jersey Department of Education

Tracy Gray, Ph.D., Managing Director, American Institutes for Research

Kimberly A. Green, Executive Director, National Association of State Directors of Career Technical Education Consortium

MODERATOR:Andrew Rothstein, Ph.D., Vice President, Programs, National Academy Foundation

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

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4:15 pm – 5:15 pm

SESSION 6B: Putting Veterans to Work for STEM

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Room 202BOver the next fi ve years, more than 1 million veterans are expected to leave the military, according to the Corporate Executive Board. A wide range of job training and placement programs are developing, particularly around the STEM disciplines, to harness the talents of those who have served, including grass-roots efforts and industry-wide corporate programs and partnerships. This session will highlight several approaches to tapping existing skills and develop-ing new ones in veterans.

SPEAKERS:Col. Rich Morales, Executive Director, Joining Forces, Offi ce of the First Lady

Michael J. Ott, Chapter Leader, VetsInTech

Kristine J. Urbauer, Program Manager, Military Initiatives and Junior Offi cer Leadership Program, General Electric

MODERATOR:Leo Shane III, Congressional and Veterans Affairs Reporter, Military Times

SESSION 9B: The View from Capitol Hill #ViewHill

Room 207BImproving America’s schools. Reauthorizing the Higher Education Act. Developing tomorrow’s workforce. Maintaining the United States’ global competitiveness. Revamping career and technical education. Reforming H-1B visas. These topics and many more related to STEM remain on the docket as the 113th Congress closes its second session. Several key players in STEM from Capitol Hill will share their policy outlook and ideas about national STEM initiatives and provide a realistic assessment of what’s likely for passage or funding.

SPEAKERS:Soncia Coleman, Education Policy Advisor, U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions

Cliff Shannon, Majority Staff Director, Subcommittee on Research and Technology, U.S. House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

Dahlia L. Sokolov, Ph.D., Minority Staff Director, Subcommittee on Research and Technology, U.S. House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

Brad Thomas, Senior Education Policy Advisor, U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce

MODERATOR:James Brown, Executive Director, STEM Education Coalition

SESSION 11B: Executive Workshop: Culture Shock: Valuing Academic Achievement

#AAValue

Room 207AMany experts say the U.S. won’t experience a sea change in STEM until our culture values academic achievement as much as or more so than sports and entertainment. How does the U.S. promote academic achievement, particularly in STEM, among school-age kids? Are there lessons we could import from other countries? Is it possible to change the opinion of our celebrity-obsessed society? We invite participants to contemplate whether such a change is feasible in the U.S. and what short- and long-term steps are required to achieve such a turnabout.

SPEAKERS:Evan Glazer, Ph.D., Principal, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, Alexandria, Va.

Jeff Goldstein, Ph.D., Director, Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Space Education; Director, National Center for Earth and Space Science Education

Glen Whitney, Ph.D., Executive Director and Founder, National Museum of Mathematics

MODERATOR:Andrew J. Rotherham, Co-Founder and Partner, Bellwether Education

SESSION 12B: STEM Change-Maker: One-on-One

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SPEAKER:James H. Shelton III, Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Education

MODERATOR:Brian Kelly, Editor and Chief Content Offi cer, U.S. News & World Report

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23


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THURSDAY, APRIL 24

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Shell Oil Workshop: “Connecting the Dots” Building K-12 STEM Career Awareness and Excitement Through Active Learning

#ConnectDots

Room 204CWhile students’ pathways may follow different confi gurations of dots as they pursue STEM careers and others, it is important that teachers recognize and convey the best possible confi gurations that are available to them. Outside of family, teachers are viewed as having the greatest infl uence and impact on students’ formative years. The purpose of this workshop is to help teachers become familiar with the energy industry and projected 2020 STEM workforce needs in the industry. Teachers will be provided with the opportunity to make connections between the STEM curriculum and real world industry application. Our goal is to equip teachers with information and resources that will assist in motivating students to pursue exciting STEM careers. Shell is partnering with the National Energy Education Development Project (NEED) organization to ensure teachers walk away with at least two active-learning activity projects and culturally-relevant materials that can be implemented in the classrooms to generate excitement and interest in STEM. As participants, teachers will also be invited to enter the Shell Teacher Challenge, with the top 5 entries receiving $1000 to support their school’s STEM initiatives.

SPEAKERS:Michael J. Alvarez, Manager, Workforce Development, Shell Oil Company

Emily Hawbaker, Curriculum Director, National Energy Education Development Project (NEED)

Rebecca Lamb, Program Director, National Energy Education Development Project (NEED)

Deryck Spooner, Senior Director, External Mobilization, American Petroleum Institute

Mary Spruill, Executive Director, National Energy Education Development Project (NEED)

Evette Torres, Shell Workforce Development Initiative Specialist, Shell Oil Company

10:45 am – 12:00 pm

SESSION 1C: Bridging the Gap: Overcoming STEM Fatigue

#BridgeGap

Room 206Fewer than 4 in 10 students who enter college intending to major in STEM actually do so. Improving recruitment and retention is one of the most crucial challenges, particularly as STEM-interested students move from high school to college or from two-year to four-year institutions. What’s working to combat STEM drop-off? This session will discuss the most promising efforts to shore up the pipeline, from “bridge programs” linking high schools and colleges to effective partnerships between higher education institutions working to boosting STEM completion rates.

SPEAKERS: Mary Fernandez, Ph.D., CEO, MentorNet

Peter Kilpatrick, Ph.D., McCloskey Dean of Engineering, University of Notre Dame

Lindsey Malcom-Piqueux, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Higher Education Administration, George Washington University

Karen Zunkel, Ph.D., Director for Undergraduate Programs and Academic Quality, Iowa State University; President, WEPAN

MODERATOR:Dan Berrett, Senior Reporter, The Chronicle of Higher Education

SESSION 2C: Customized Credentials Come of Age

#Customcred

Room 202BFrom online badges for specifi c skills to certifi cation for precise training and competency-based skill attainment to prior learning assessments, many experts see portable, stackable credentials as a pathway to a job or an associate degree. The Obama administration, too, is exploring these new approaches as part of its agenda to tackle college costs and improve and expand student academic success. This panel will examine some of the standout credentials that employers value—and which lead to STEM jobs—as well as what’s necessary to engage more students and young professionals in these pathways.

SPEAKERS:Kyle D. Bowen, Director, Education Technology, Penn State University

Peggie Ward Koon, Ph.D., President, International Society of Automation; Vice President of Audience, Morris Publishing Group

Cathy Sandeen, Ph.D., Vice President, Education Attainment and Innovation, American Council on Education

MODERATOR:Barbara Endel, Ph.D., Program Director, Jobs for the Future

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10:45 am – 12:00 pm

SESSION 5C: Music, Magic and More #MMMstem

Room 209From probing how the brain responds to music to using magic to demonstrate physics and mathematics concepts, STEM often hinges on engaging and interactive experiences. STEM advocates see such inspirational hands-on work as a great hope for getting more students, especially young ones, excited about the STEM fi elds. Join several STEM specialists as they share their techniques and discuss ways that educators and others can heighten student interest in science and math.

SPEAKERS:Parag Chordia, Ph.D., Scientist/Technology Entrepreneur

Alan J. McCormack, Ph.D., Professor of Science Education, San Diego State University

Seymour Simon, children’s science book author

MODERATOR:Morgan Felchner, Managing Editor, U.S. News & World Report

SESSION 10C: Expert Roundtables #STEMexpert

Room 207BThere is no shortage of expertise in the STEM arena. Come join the nation’s leading advocates of STEM in an informal setting, as they stand by to answer your questions and explain how their organizations or programs can help. This is your opportunity to learn, network, chat, and partner all things STEM.

EXPERTS:Jodi Grant, Executive Director, Afterschool Alliance

Camsie McAdams, Acting Director, Offi ce of STEM, U.S. Department of Education

Irving Pressley McPhail, Ed.D., President and Chief Executive Offi cer, National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering

Karen A. Peterson, Chief Executive Offi cer, EdLab Group; Principal Investigator, National Girls Collaborative Project

SESSION 11C: Executive Workshop: The Common Core Backlash

#CommonCore

Room 207AMore than 40 states and the District of Columbia have adopted the Common Core State Standards for mathematics. But as implementation has been rolling out, criticism has been growing, prompting legislative battles in a number of states and a full backing-out of the standards in Indiana earlier this year. Come join the authors of the standards and top proponents of these new uniform benchmarks for achievement as they compile, with your help, a set of talking points that can help convince dissenters that the standards are critical to the future of the nation, its citizens and its economy.

SPEAKERS:Mitchell D. Chester, Ed.D., Commissioner, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Chris Minnich, Executive Director, Council of Chief State School Offi cers

MODERATOR:Brian Kelly, Editor and Chief Content Offi cer, U.S. News & World Report

SESSION 12C: STEM Change-Maker: One-on-One

#STEM1on1


SPEAKER:Joan Ferrini-Mundy, Ph.D., Assistant Director, Directorate for Education and Human Resources, National Science Foundation

MODERATOR:Anthony (Bud) Rock, President and CEO, Association of Science-Technology Centers

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SESSION 1D: Report From the Teaching Front #TeachFront

Room 206The Association of American Universities is spearheading a fi ve-year initiative to discover and spread the best evidence-based practices in undergraduate STEM education. University offi cials involved in the project share their experiences implementing instructional techniques that show promise. Among those being tested out: redesigning large introductory courses, writing-to-learn STEM, undergraduate research opportunities, learning-assistant model of instruction, and providing faculty members with immediate data on teaching and learning practices.

SPEAKERS:Steven B. Case, Ph.D., Director, Center for STEM Learning, University of Kansas

Regina (Gina) F. Frey, Ph.D., Florence E. Moog Professor of STEM Education in Chemistry; Executive Director, The Teaching Center, Washington University, St. Louis

Mary Ann Rankin, Ph.D., Senior Vice President and Provost, University of Maryland–College Park

Hunter R. Rawlings III, Ph.D., President, Association of American Universities

MODERATOR:Maggie Severns, Education Reporter, Politico

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2:00 pm – 3:15 pm

SESSION 4D: Making STEM Stick in Middle School

#MiddleSTEM

Room 202BBuilding a child’s interest in STEM should start very early, experts say, but should really catch hold by middle school, when many students come to think that STEM is or isn’t for them. In addition to classroom work, effective pre-teen engagement with science and math requires some combination of innovative teaching methods, out-of-school and informal learning programs, mentorship opportunities, and partnerships with other schools at every level. This session, featuring experts on the front lines, will explore what’s working to pique, capture and sustain middle schoolers’ interest in STEM.

SPEAKERS:Peg Cagle, Teacher in Residence & Adjunct Instructor, Peabody College, Vanderbilt University

Chelsea Cochrane, Teacher in Residence, Sally Ride Science

Linda Gojak, President, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics; Director, Center for Mathematics and Science Education, John Carroll University

Chad Ripberger, Program Director for STEM, National 4-H Council

MODERATOR:Michael D. Gallagher, President and CEO, Entertainment Software Association

SESSION 5D: Science and Discovery #SciDisc

Room 209The value of STEM in the world at large can’t be understated: Its impact is clear in groundbreaking scientifi c discoveries that benefi t mankind and the health of each and every individual. Hear from several STEM visionaries whose work and exploration in science and engineering is making an impact.

SPEAKERS:Jack Andraka, First Place Winner, Intel Science Talent Search 2012; Junior, North County High School, Glen Burnie, Md.

Catherine Mohr, M.D., Senior Director of Medical Research, Intuitive Surgical

MODERATOR:Michael Morella, Associate Editor, U.S. News & World Report

2:00 pm – 3:15 pm 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm

SESSION 7D: The STEM School Advantage Workshop

#SSAdvance

Room 202AA new portrait of the economy is being painted by jobs demanding STEM knowledge but not necessarily a STEM degree. More and more communities are meeting this call to action by incorporating STEM teaching and learning into their local classrooms. Those who pursue “the STEM school advantage” will better prepare their students for success in the STEM-driven economy. The STEMx network is advancing STEM school policy, practice and partnerships through the application of research and experience – by the states, for the states. Join this STEMx double-session workshop to learn about a range of STEM school models, explore ways to secure their advantage in your community, and engage with practitioners in the art of fostering local innovation with state leadership for national impact.

SPEAKERS:Patrick D’Amelio, Chief Executive Offi cer, Washington STEM

Aimee Kennedy, Vice President, Education, Philanthropy and STEM Learning, Battelle

Reo Pruiett, Ed.D., Program Offi cer, Educate Texas

MODERATOR:Margaret Ashida, Executive Director, STEMx, BattelleEd

2:00 pm – 3:15 pm

SESSION 10D: Expert Roundtables #STEMexpert

Room 207BThere is no shortage of expertise in the STEM arena. Come join the nation’s leading advocates of STEM in an informal setting, as they stand by to answer your questions and explain how their organizations or programs can help. This is your opportunity to learn, network, chat, and partner all things STEM.

EXPERTS:Edie Fraser, Chief Executive Offi cer, STEMconnector

Mimi Lufkin, CEO, National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity

Jeff Lundy, Ph.D., Manager, Research, Corporate Citizenship Center, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Talia Milgrom-Elcott, Executive Director and Co-Founder, 100Kin10

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THURSDAY, APRIL 24

2:00 pm – 3:15 pm

SESSION 11D: Executive Workshop: The STEM Crisis Myth

#MythSTEM

Room 207AA number of experts have recently written articles, op-eds and reports arguing that there is no STEM worker shortfall. On the contrary, some insist, there is a more than adequate supply of STEM workers. We’ll bring together the opposing sides to explain their rationales—and give you the opportunity to dispute, refute, support, or agree.

SPEAKERS:Stephen Ezell, Senior Analyst, The Information Technology & Innovation Foundation

Jonathan Rothwell, Ph.D., Senior Research Associate and Associate Fellow, Metropolitan Policy Program, Brookings Institution

Hal Salzman, Ph.D., Professor of Public Policy, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

MODERATOR:Tim Smart, Executive Editor, U.S. News & World Report

SESSION 13D: Market Insights: Teach Interactive Design & STEM with Unity 3D

#STEMinsights

Room 204BStudents are passionate about gaming and interactive design. Capitalize on their passion and direct it towards Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and Art with the use of the game platform Unity. In the presentation you will learn hands-on how to use Unity to teach STEM and get an overview of success stories.

SPEAKER:Carl Callewaert, Lead Evangelist, Unity Technologies

3:30 pm – 4:45 pm

SESSION 3E: Fast Track to a Paycheck #FTto$

Room 206Around the country, partnerships between community colleges and local businesses are producing skilled employees for actual jobs. The seven community colleges in Chicago and Mayor Rahm Emanuel, for example, have launched an initiative called “College to Careers” to make sure the curricula are turning out the people the Windy City needs, training health care workers at Malcolm X College, for example, and IT professionals at Wilbur Wright. What are some success stories there and elsewhere, and how can other colleges and employers replicate them?

SPEAKERS:Cheryl L. Hyman, Chancellor, City Colleges of Chicago

Rey Garcia, Ph.D., President and CEO, Texas Association of Community Colleges

Stanley Litow, Vice President, Corporate Citizenship and Corporate Affairs; President, IBM International Foundation, IBM

MODERATOR:John Fitzpatrick, Executive Director, Educate Texas

SESSION 4E: Next Steps for the Next Generation Science Standards

#CutEdgeSci

Room 202BMomentum is growing: The Next Generation Science Standards, based on frameworks from the National Research Council, have been adopted by Rhode Island, Kentucky, Kansas, Maryland, Vermont, California, Delaware, Washington and the District of Columbia. In this session, authors of the standards and supporters will provide a status update on the rollout as well as explore the next steps for widespread adoption, implementation and policy.

INTRODUCTION: Janet Auer, Specialist, Global Social Investment, Chevron

SPEAKERS:Juan-Carlos Aguilar, Ph.D., Science Program Manager, Georgia Department of Education; President, Council of State Science Supervisors

David Evans, Ph.D., Executive Director, National Science Teachers Association

Stephen Pruitt, Ph.D., Senior Vice President for Content, Research and Development, Achieve

MODERATOR:Erik Robelen, Assistant Managing Editor, Education Week

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SESSION 5E: STEM Hollywood-Style #STEMhlwd

Room 209Many STEM advocates see the arts and pop culture as an especially important component in stimulating students’ interest in science, particularly in developing skills like creativity and innovation. In this interactive session, several STEM experts demonstrate the power of bringing science and math ideas alive through movies, superheroes and more.

SPEAKERS:James Kakalios, Ph.D., Professor, School of Physics and Astronomy, University of Minnesota

Lesli Rotenberg, General Manager, Children’s Programming, PBS

Steve Wolf, President, Science in the Movies, Wolf Stuntworks

MODERATOR:Anne McGrath, Managing Editor, U.S. News & World Report

SESSION 8E: Closing the Management Gender Gap

#CloseGenderGap

Room 207BDespite the presence of high-profi le leaders, women are still greatly underrepresented in middle and senior management in many STEM fi elds. To address this persistent problem, companies ranging from e-commerce dynamos to multinational corporations are instituting innovative new programs to get more women into leadership positions. Panelists will discuss a range of approaches from the creation of robust in-house mentoring programs to partnerships between companies, universities and major women’s professional organizations to develop cultural initiatives to identify and eliminate biases in the hiring, training and promotion of women and to address key issues like work-life balance.

SPEAKERS:John Calabrese, Vice President, Global Vehicle Engineering, General Motors

Xiaochun Luo, Ph.D., Group Vice President and Chief Scientifi c Offi cer, Avon Products, Inc.

Teresa B. Vanhooser, Deputy Director, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala.

MODERATOR:Mimi Lufkin, Chief Executive Offi cer, National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity

SESSION 11E: Executive Workshop: The Holy Grail: Scalability

#HolyScale

Room 207ABuilding effective STEM programs is no easy task. But a number of organizations have shown great success in creating outstanding programs that can be replicated nationally. Change the Equation and the Business Roundtable have recently recognized a handful of programs for their strong promise and potential for national scalability in helping more students become college- and career-ready. Join the CEO of Change the Equation and representatives of several programs that have successfully scaled up to learn their secrets and glean advice you can use to follow their leads.

SPEAKERS:Vince M. Bertram, Ed.D., President and Chief Executive Offi cer, Project Lead The Way

Gregg Fleisher, Chief Academic Offi cer, National Math + Science Initiative

Michael P. Marder, Ph.D., Professor of Physics; Executive Director, UTeach Science Program, University of Texas

Linda P. Rosen, Ph.D., Chief Executive Offi cer, Change the Equation

MODERATOR:Stephan Turnipseed, Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships, President Emeritus, LEGO Education North America

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SESSION 1F: The Changing Landscape of Online Education

#OnlineEd

Room 206The buzz around online education has been building for some time, with the higher education community developing a wide range of distance learning coursework and degree programs and exploring the potential of massive open online courses (MOOCs). Gain new insight on the role of online instruction in STEM higher education from university offi cials and education experts who have examined the landscape and tested the waters. Georgia Tech, for example, seeks to provide an affordable model for awarding credit for MOOCs with its new wholly online master’s of computer science degree.

SPEAKERS:Anant Agarwal, Ph.D., CEO, edX

David R. Cillay, Ph.D., Vice President of Global Campus, Washington State University

Zvi Galil, Ph.D., Dean, College of Computing, Georgia Institute of Technology

Chip Paucek, CEO, 2U

MODERATOR:Patrick D’Amelio, Chief Executive Offi cer, Washington STEM

SESSION 3F: The Community College Reinvented #ReinventCC

Room 202BThe American Association of Community Colleges and the Center for Community College Student Engagement have both recently reported on a pressing need for wide-scale reinvention if schools are going to counteract low student success rates and employment preparation that is inadequately connected to job market needs. How best to engage (and retain) students? Some of the recommendations: Add some of the same “high-impact” practices that four-year colleges have been employing, such as learning communities, student success classes and intensive support, and move away from a system that allows picking and choosing of courses to one based on defi ned career pathways, with a focus on job skills and employability. This session offers a look at how several forward-thinking institutions are having an impact in the STEM arena.

SPEAKERS:Bruce H. Leslie, Ph.D., Chancellor, Alamo Colleges, San Antonio

Eduardo J. Padrón, Ph.D., President, Miami Dade College

Karen A. Stout, Ed.D., President, Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, Pa.; Executive Committee Member, American Association of Community Colleges

MODERATOR:Jeffrey Selingo, Contributing Editor, The Chronicle of Higher Education

SESSION 4F: Giving Computer Science a Boost

#BoostCompSci

Room 209Many STEM proponents say that computer science is an increas-ingly essential skill and should be available early in a child’s education. Yet most schools don’t offer classes in programming. Research has shown that computer science lessons from an early age can increase both interest and achievement in STEM fi elds. Panelists will provide an update on the push to make computer science a pillar of K-12 education, as well as review the research on its benefi ts.

SPEAKERS:Kimberly Bryant, Founder and Executive Director, Black Girls CODE

Alison J. Derbenwick Miller, Vice President, Oracle Academy

Deborah Seehorn, Business, Finance, and Information Technology Education Consultant, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction; Chair, Computer Science Teachers Association

MODERATOR:Michael Morella, Associate Editor, U.S. News & World Report

SESSION 6F: A Crash Course in Talent Recruitment

#TalRecruit

Room 207BFinding STEM-savvy workers is fast becoming a critical imperative for a growing number of U.S. companies. Learn from employers fi rsthand about their talent needs in the short-term and what they’re doing to fi ll those spots: internships and apprenticeships; certifi cations and on-the-job training; continuous learning; mentorship programs; reaching out to untapped talent pools such as women, minorities and veterans; and formalizing structured career pathways.

SPEAKERS:Michele Aguilar Carlin, Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Communications, Motorola Solutions

Michael J. Alvarez, Workforce Development Initiative Manager, Shell Oil Company

Samantha Dwinell, Vice President of Human Resources, Texas Instruments

Gwenne A. Henricks, Chief Technology Offi cer and Vice President of Product Development & Global Technology, Caterpillar, Inc.

MODERATOR:Kimberly Castro, Managing Editor, U.S. News & World Report

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10:30 am – 11:45 am

SESSION 8F: Serving Underserved Youth #YouthServe

Room 207AA growing number of in-school and out-of-school programs are aimed at advancing STEM education in historically underserved communities, particularly low-income, disadvantaged and at-risk youths. Our panelists will explore how to create programs that show great potential for actively engaging these youth in 21st century learning, including incorporating STEM into their lives, providing necessary funding, partnering with local schools and community groups and effectively providing a clear pathway to a job.

SPEAKERS:Noel S. Anderson, Ph.D., National Senior Director of Program, Year Up

Bernard A. Harris Jr., M.D., President, The Harris Foundation

Anna M. Park, Chief Executive Offi cer, Great Minds in STEM

Courtney Tanenbaum, Senior Researcher, American Institutes for Research

MODERATOR:Arva R. Rice, President and CEO, New York Urban League

SESSION 9F: The Numbers Game #STEMdata

Room 202AWhat career opportunities can I suggest to my sixth-grade star pupil in math? Which out-of-school programs should my company support? Which STEM degree-holders have the most potential for a management track? How much do organic chemists earn? Everyone is looking for answers, to test hypotheses, to measure performance, to evaluate outcomes, to target funding. And that means data. Several research experts in the STEM world pinpoint the best data resources and identify those areas where more attention should be devoted, as well as share emerging models for measuring improvements and advances in STEM education and workforce development.

SPEAKERS:Brian K. Fitzgerald, Ed.D., Chief Executive Offi cer, Business-Higher Education Forum

Johnathan M. Holifi eld, Vice President of Inclusive Competitiveness, NorTech

Robert J. Morse, Director of Data Research, U.S. News & World Report

MODERATOR:Steve Kappler, Assistant Vice President and Head of Postsecondary Strategy, ACT

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THE 2014 U.S. NEWS STEM LEADERSHIP HALL OF FAME

U.S. News & World Report is pleased to announce its 2014 STEM Leadership Hall of Fame. In choosing the honorees, U.S. News sought out leaders who, among other things, have achieved measurable results in the science, technology, engineering, and math fi elds; challenged established processes and conventional wisdom; inspired a shared vision; and motivated legions of aspiring STEM professionals.

ANOUSHEH ANSARICo-Founder, Chair and CEO, Prodea Systems

Anousheh Ansari is chairman, co-founder, and chief executive offi cer of Prodea Systems, a Texas technology company focused on integrating digital platforms and processes in the home. As she launched the company in 2006, she also blasted off for an eight-day expedition aboard the International Space Station, becoming the fi rst female private space explorer and the fi rst astronaut of Iranian descent. Along with her family, she also provided the title sponsorship for the Ansari X Prize to launch a reusable manned spacecraft into space twice within two weeks. Prior to her space ventures, Ansari served as co-founder, chief executive offi cer and

chairwoman for Telecom Technologies and general manager and a vice president of Sonus Networks. She is a member of the X Prize Foundation’s board of trustees and Vision Circle, a life member of the Association of Space Explorers, and an advisory board member for the Teachers in Space Project.

NORM AUGUSTINERetired Chairman and CEO, Lockheed Martin

Norman R. Augustine served as president of Lockheed Martin Corporation upon the formation of that company in 1995, and became CEO later that year. He retired as chairman and CEO of Lockheed Martin in 1997, and became a lecturer with the rank of professor on the faculty of Princeton University where he served until 1999. Augustine’s public service career includes positions as Acting Secretary of the Army and Assistant Director of Defense Research and Engineering in the Offi ce of the Secretary of Defense, and he has also been a member of the board of a number of private companies, including ConocoPhillips, Black & Decker, and

Procter & Gamble. He has served as chairman and principal offi cer of the American Red Cross, chairman of the Council of the National Academy of Engineering, a member of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, and president of the American Institute of Aeronautics and the Boy Scouts of America. In 1997, he was awarded the National Medal of Technology.

SHIRLEY ANN JACKSON, PH.D.President, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Shirley Ann Jackson, Ph.D., is the 18th president of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute of Troy, N.Y., and Hartford, Conn., the oldest technological research university in the United States. Described by Time magazine as “perhaps the ultimate role model for women in science,” Jackson has held senior leadership positions in government, industry, research, and academia. Before her appointment at RPI, Jackson was a theoretical physicist at AT&T Bell Laboratories, a professor of theoretical physics at Rutgers University, and was appointed chair of the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission by President Clinton. In 2009,

President Obama appointed her to the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, and today she also serves as a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, a Regent of the Smithsonian Institution, a trustee of the Brookings Institution, and a member of the board of the Council on Foreign Relations.

WILLIAM H. SWANSONChairman, Raytheon Company

William H. (Bill) Swanson is chairman of Raytheon Company. With 2013 sales of $24 billion and 63,000 employees worldwide, Raytheon is a technology and innovation company specializing in defense, security and civil markets throughout the world. Swanson joined Raytheon in 1972 and has held a wide range of leadership positions, including chairman since 2004 and CEO from 2003 to 2014. Swanson is a member of the boards of NextEra Energy and the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation, and he is vice chair of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation board. He is active in education as vice chairman of the California Polytechnic

State University Foundation board, a member of the University of Massachusetts President’s Advisory Council, chairman emeritus and a member of the Business-Higher Education Forum executive committee, and the honorary chair of MATHCOUNTS.

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EXHIBIT HALL EVENTS

CONTINENTAL “GRAB AND GO” BREAKFASTThursday and Friday 8:00 am – 9:00 am

NETWORKING LUNCHThursday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENTby Taylor Carson w/ Mark Williams

Wednesday 5:15 pm – 7:00 pmSTEM Solutions Stage

TEN80 PAVILION BOOTH 609

Ten80 Education is scaling exemplary STEM learning by inspiring students to engage in STEM learning because it is relevant to their lives and providing the content and support to channel that inspiration into real academic and emotional success in their chosen fi elds.

The Ten80 Pavilion is a place to gather, talk and seek K-12 solutions from partners who have come together around the National STEM League—a project and standards-based STEM curriculum, network and optional competition league through which students practice the art of being professionals. Participants collaborate, create and (if they choose to…) compete through owning a business or team specializing in race engineering, robotic exploration or innovations in technology and energy.


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THURSDAY. APRIL 24

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

EXHIBIT HALL EVENTS

2:15 pm – 2:45 pm

What do I Want to be When I Grow Up?

#STEMdrive

Experience the technology that enables students to test drive their future and live a day in the life of America’s STEM leaders. Teachers and educators will be able to experience LifeJourney in person and interact with the nation’s STEM mentors.

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STEM SOLUTIONS STAGE

12:40 – 1:00 pm

Time to Think Big! About Girls & Young Women in STEM

#STEMmwm

On January 8th 52 women and girls organizations (reaching over 22 million), media partners and more came to the table for the launch of Million Women Mentors (www.millionwomenmentors.org ). Hear from Julie Silard Kantor, Chief Partnership Offi cer about how the STEMconnector team and major partners and sponsors are poised to the move the needle on girls in STEM and recommending 5 Pathways to mentoring and sponsorship of girls and young women. In its fi rst ten weeks, a webportal was launched and over 50,000 have already pledged to mentor and the STEMconnector team have met with over 100 companies to help them and their ERG groups put a stake in the ground on joining the million and building a crucial movement for our country. With the support of State Leaders to US Senators and Congresswoman, this is your opportunity as well to join the movement as an individual, corporation or organization. Join the fun and see young women fi nd meaningful and well paying careers through our collective efforts. Also shared will be a ‘Tools You Can Use’ kit with White Papers and Mentor Action Guide.

SPEAKER:Julie Silard Kantor, Chief Partnership Offi cer, STEMconnector and Million Women Mentors

Caitlin Olson, STEM Program Manager, Tata Consultancy Services

1:10 pm – 1:30 pm

From STEM to STEAM: A Merger of STEM Education with the Visual Arts

#STEMfi lm

There exists a strong need for diversifi cation and outreach of STEM education towards non-specialists. This is imperative to increasing awareness and interest of STEM amongst the general populace. This talk will showcase the motivations and results of the New York Film Academy’s initiatives to merge STEM with the Visual Arts.

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ACT (Contributing Sponsor) ........................ Booth 601ACT is a nonprofi t, mission-based organization that provides insights that unlock potential. Our solutions give individuals, institutions, and organizations the insights they need make decisions and take actions that improve their lives. We provide a continuum of integrated solutions that align with our mission of helping people achieve education and workplace success. For more information, please visit www.improveyourself.org.

AIR (Educational Underwriter Sponsor) ....... Booth 401American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a not-for-profi t organization engaged in research, development, evaluation, and analysis in the behavioral and social sciences.

American Petroleum Institute (Lead Sponsor) . Booth 502API is the only national trade association representing all facets of the oil and natural gas industry, which supports 9.8 million U.S. jobs and 8 percent of the U.S. economy. API’s more than 590 members include large integrated companies, as well as exploration and production, refi ning, marketing, pipeline, and marine businesses, and service and supply fi rms. They provide most of the nation’s energy and are backed by a growing grassroots movement of more than 20 million Americans.

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (Educational Underwriter Sponsor) ............. Booth 400Founded in 1880 as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) is a not-for-profi t professional organization that enables collaboration, knowledge sharing and skill development across all engineering disciplines, while promoting the vital role of the engineer in society. ASME helps the global engineering community develop solutions to real world challenges.

BioDrill ...................................................... Booth 413Biodrill is an agile product development company in the EdTech industry. We provide tools for STEM related teachers to help students get engaged in learning, become critical thinkers, and develop skills needed for STEM majors and careers. Our subject matter focus is about authentic renewable energy production and conservation processes.

Carnegie Science Center (Roundtable Discussion Sponsor)The Carnegie Science Center features four fl oors of hands-on exhibits, laser shows, Omnimax movies, the world’s largest permanent robotics exhibition, a planetarium, a whole building on the science of sports, a real submarine, a world-renowned model railroad display, live science demonstrations, and award-winning Chevron Center for STEM Education and Career Development. www.carnegiesciencecenter.org

Chevrolet ................................................... Booth 103Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world’s largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4.9 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-effi cient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design, and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

Chevron (Lead Sponsor) ............................. Booth 109 Chevron is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies, with subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide. The company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refi nes, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and produces geothermal energy; provides energy effi ciency solutions; and develops the energy resources of the future, including biofuels. Chevron is based in San Ramon, Calif. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

CompTIA (Contributing Sponsor)The Creating IT Futures Foundation is the philanthropic arm of CompTIA, the IT Industry Association. A 501(c)(3) charity, Creating IT Futures helps populations that are under-represented in IT and individuals who are lacking in opportunity to prepare for, secure and be successful in IT careers.

CompTIA ................................................... Booth 704 CompTIA is the voice of the world’s information technology (IT) industry. As a non-profi t trade association advancing the global interests of IT professionals and companies, we focus our programs on four main areas: education, certifi cation, advocacy and philanthropy.

Discovery Simulations ................................ Booth 509Discovery Simulations (D.SIM) provides a leading education technology that teaches STEM, improves interpersonal skills, and helps schools make money. Through simulation software and futuristic spaceship modules, D.SIM empowers students, teachers, and schools with exciting curriculum that is carefully tied to state and national standards.

Entertainment Software Association (Contributing Sponsor) ............................... Booth 300ESA offers services to entertainment software publishers, including conducting consumer research, providing analysis and advocacy on First Amendment and e-commerce issues, managing a global content protection program, owning and operating E3, and representing industry interests in government relations. For more information, please visit www.theESA.com or follow us on Twitter: @RichatESA.

EverFi ........................................................ Booth 511The leading education technology company to teach, assess, and certify students in critical skills. EverFi’s online STEM readiness program uses gaming and simulations to teach STEM skills and ignite interest in STEM careers. EverFi teams with corporations and foundations to provide programs free to schools, impacting over 7 million students.

Exo Labs .................................................... Booth 608Want to ignite curiosity in your students? Exo Labs shares your passion. Our Focus Camera connects your microscope and telescopes to iPads, transforming the learning experience into an engaging and collaborative lesson! Now announcing the new Discovery Stand, perfect for introducing science to K-6 students. www.exolabs.com

FETC 2015 ................................................ Booth 610Stop by our booth #610 for a free educational technology infographic poster for your school, plus a special registration offer to attend FETC 2015 - January 20-23, Orlando, FL. FETC is the content-rich technology conference that brings education leaders and technology experts together to exchange techniques and strategies for teaching and learning success. Known worldwide for its outstanding program, FETC provides educators and administrators the opportunity to explore the integration of technology across the curriculum. FETC.org

Freescale (Conference Bag Sponsor)Freescale Semiconductor is a global leader in embedded processing solutions, providing industry leading products that are advancing the automotive, consumer, industrial and networking markets. From microprocessors and microcontrollers to sensors, analog integrated circuits and connectivity – our technologies are the foundation for the innovations that make our world greener, safer, healthier and more connected. www.freescale.com

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Great MINDS in STEM ................................. Booth 510With a 26-year history, Great Minds in STEM™(GMiS) keeps America technologically strong through the delivery of national Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) awareness programs for students, parents and teachers in underserved communities; providing opportunities for the academic and career development of underrepresented students and professionals in STEM; and honoring the excellent contributions of our nation’s Hispanic engineers and scientists. With a national presence through its education programs as well as its college and professional offerings, this stellar organization is working to ensure that the United States maintains its status as the world’s technology Leader.

HOL Consulting (Roundtable Discussion Sponsor)Hands-On Learning is a distance learning technology and consulting company providing innovative STEM solutions to enable universities, and align higher education and private industry for effective workforce development.

Hotseat ..................................................... Booth 505The HotSeat STEM Lab™ curriculum encourages middle and high school students to solve complex problems using math and science to create fl ight plans to anywhere in the world. Edustation is the classroom fl ight simulator for your STEM Lab which is portable and easy to store. Start Flying. Contact: [email protected], www.HOTSEATSIM.com 860-582-5031 x 126.

Ingersoll Rand (Lanyard Sponsor)Ingersoll Rand advances the quality of life by creating comfortable, sustainable and effi cient environments. Our people and our family of brands—including Club Car®, Ingersoll Rand®, Thermo King® and Trane®—work together to enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and buildings; transport and protect food and perishables; and increase industrial productivity and effi ciency. We are a global business committed to a world of sustainable progress and enduring results.

Johns Hopkins University (Breakfast Sponsor) ................................... Booth 513Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals (EP) is one of the largest continuing engineering education schools in the US, offering part-time graduate programs in 18 disciplines. EP also offers free graduate education opportunities for Maryland high school STEM teachers and free summer programs for high school students. More at ep.jhu.edu/STEM.

Learning Blade .......................................... Booth 213Learning Blade is a unique game-based online platform allowing STEM integration into English, math, social studies and science classrooms from the creators of ACT’s KeyTrain. Learning Blade has been validated as a supplemental tool for increasing STEM career awareness and interest by BattelleEd. Exercises are indexed to Common Core and NGSS.

Lego Education (Contributing Sponsor) ........ Booth 201LEGO Education is redefi ning the classroom through playful learning. By combining the LEGO brick with curriculum and training programs, LEGO Education empowers students’ to become creative problem-solvers through hands-on experiences. With a high level of engagement; a focus on learners’ future needs; and by delivering the most effective approach to teaching, LEGO Education is able to guarantee student success.

MakerBot .................................................. Booth 405MakerBot, a subsidiary of Stratasys, Ltd., is leading the Next Industrial Revolution by setting the standards in reliable and affordable desktop 3D printing. Founded in 2009, MakerBot has built the largest installed base of desktop 3D printers sold to innovative and industry-leading customers worldwide. The MakerBot 3D Ecosystem drives accessibility and rapid adoption of 3D printing and includes: Thingiverse.com, the MakerBot Digitizer Desktop 3D Scanner, the MakerBot Replicator line of Desktop 3D Printers, MakerWare software, MakerCare, the MakerBot retail store, and strategic partnerships with top-tier brands.

MIND Research Institute ............................. Booth 308MIND is a neuroscience and education non-profi t that applies its distinctive visual approach to the development of math instructional software. MIND helps local schools create a blended learning environment to create a culture of critical thinkers for the next generation of STEM leaders. MIND’s ST Math® programs reach 630,000 students and 25,000 teachers in 2,050 schools in 35 states. For more information, visit www.mindresearch.net.

Motorola Solutions Foundation (Educational Underwriter Sponsor)The Motorola Solutions Foundation is the charitable and philanthropic arm of Motorola Solutions. With employees located around the globe, Motorola Solutions seeks to benefi t the communities where it operates. The company achieves this by making strategic grants, forging strong community partnerships and fostering innovation. The funding focuses on public safety, disaster relief, employee programs and education, especially science, technology, engineering and math programming. www.motorolasolutions.com/giving

National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) ......................... Booth 518The nation’s leading organization for middle level and high school principals and assistant principals, NASSP connects and engages school leaders through advocacy, research, education, and student programs. Refl ecting its long-standing commitment to student leadership development, NASSP administers the National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, National Elementary Honor Society, and National Association of Student Councils.

National Assessment of Educational Progress .................................................... Booth 501The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) is the largest continuing and nationally representative assessment of what students across the United States know and can do. NAEP is administered by the National Center for Education Statistics within the U.S. Department of Education. The results are released as The Nation’s Report Card.

National Instruments (Hall of Fame Sponsor)National Instruments (NI) equips engineers and scientists with tools that accelerate productivity, innovation, and discovery. Since 1976, NI’s integrated software and hardware platforms have revolutionized the approach of system development to help companies create smarter and more advanced technologies for addressing the world’s most pressing challenges.

National Training and Simulation Association (NTSA) .................................... Booth 209The National Training and Simulation Association (NTSA) is America’s premier organization representing the interests of the modeling and simulation community worldwide. As such, it serves as a constant point of contact for government, academia, industry, research organizations and the military to exchange information, share knowledge, align business interests and in general stimulate growth and overall advancement of the industry.

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Pasco Scientifi c ......................................... Booth 616For 50 years, PASCO has provided the science education community with innovative solutions that actively engage students in scientifi c and engineering practices. Powered by SPARKvue®, our state-of-the-art learning environment, integrated content and sensor-based science are brought together. SPARKvue runs on all platforms; including Mac, PC, Netbooks, Android tablets and iPads.

Paxton/Patterson, LLC ................................ Booth 409See our blended curriculum which combines a Cloud Based Learning Management System with Project Based Learning. Students access the content - Anywhere! Anytime! Any Device! That means iPad, iPhone, Kindle, tablets or laptops. Individualized learning with formative assessments, predictive analytics and automatic remediation achieve extraordinary results in STEM.

PCS Edventures (Press Room Sponsor)PCS Edventures! Is revolutionizing K12 education around the world by designing and delivering student-centered, standards driven STEM products and services that create life-long learners passionate about discovery, innovation, exploration, and creativity. PCS creases engaging programs that blend robotics, brain research, manipulatives, technology, and more into a powerful learning experience for students.

Pearson ..................................................... Booth 302Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, partners with K-20 institutions and educators to provide educational solutions and services that help to improve learning outcomes. Pearson serves learners of all ages around the globe, employing 41,000 people in more than 70 countries. For more information, visit www.pearsoned.com.

Pensa Labs, Inc ......................................... Booth 305The DIWire Bender is the fi rst desktop CNC wire bender. With it, Pensa Labs intends to encourage creativity – whether novice or professional. In developing the DIWire, we focused on creating a seamless user experience, from the software interface, to the machine design, to accessories that help with assembly. We believe the DIWire will open all kinds of new possibilities, especially when you combine its technology with other desktop manufacturing machines. From product design and short-run manufacturing, to STEM/STEAM education, the DIWire enables fast exploration of shapes and structures, has output that is scalable, and it encourages work with other mediums.

Raytheon (Lead Sponsor)Raytheon Company, with 2013 sales of $24 billion and 63,000 employees worldwide, is a technology leader in defense, security and civil markets. With 92 years of innovation, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, integration, cyber security and capabilities including support services. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Mass. Visit www.raytheon.com or Twitter @Raytheon.

Sally Ride Science ..................................... Booth 512Sally Ride Science provides tools for college and career readiness for upper-elementary and middle school students that can build a passion for STEM careers. We also offer professional development through the Sally Ride Online Academy, helping educators incorporate career-focused approaches into their instruction.

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Samsung (Live Streaming Sponsor)As a global leader in Information Technology, Samsung’s Enterprise Business Division (EBD) is committed to powering education by empowering educators and delivering better learning experiences to improve student outcomes. Through innovative products and solutions, Samsung is helping K12 schools create more interactive and effective learning environments. www.samsung.com/education

SeaPerch/AUVSIF ....................................... Booth 516AUVSI Foundation is a non-profi t organization that provides students with hands-on robotics activities designed to fuel and sustain their interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Our educational student programs include RoboNation, SeaPerch, Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition, RoboBoat, RoboSub, International Aerial Robotics Competition and Maritime RobotX Challenge. For more information, visit www.auvsifoundation.org

Shell Oil Company (Presenting Sponsor)Shell Oil Company is an affi liate of the Royal Dutch Shell plc, a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with 93,000 employees in more than 90 countries. In the U.S., Shell operates in 50 states and employs nearly 20,000 people working to help tackle the challenges of the new energy future. Shell Oil Company is a leading oil and gas producer in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico, a recognized pioneer in oil and gas exploration and production technology and one of America’s leading oil and natural gas producers, gasoline and natural gas marketers and petrochemical manufacturers. For more information visit www.shell.us.

Start-Engineering ....................................... Booth 612The goal of Start Engineering is to inspire and engage children from elementary school through high school about engineering. Through the use of poetry and whimsical and fun illustrations, our children’s books, magazines, fl ashcards, and posters aim to create an environment where children can learn about the crucial role engineering plays in their lives.

STEMconnector® ........................................ Booth 310STEMconnector® is a consortium of companies, nonprofi t associations, government entities and academic institutions actively working to promote STEM education and careers in the United States. Fulfi lling the charge to identify, inform and connect stakeholders in STEM education and workforce development, STEMconnector® is both a resource and a service, designed to link “all things STEM.” STEMconnector® differentiates itself by focusing on the entire education and workforce ecosystem and how STEM Education translates into jobs and careers with a particular emphasis on diversity.

STEMfi nity ................................................. Booth 500STEMfi nity provides over 20,000 project-based STEM Resources with curriculum to teach PreK-12 students STEM, Robotics, Electronics, Alternative Energy, 3D Printing, RC, Rocketry & Beyond! STEMfi nity’s hands-on educational kits are a perfect resource for underrepresented & at-risk students to develop an understanding of STEM subjects through project-based learning...inspiring the students to pursue STEM careers. Our kits are suitable for afterschool programs, classrooms, homeschools, and individuals looking to build a STEM foundation for their future. Join STEMfi nity in its effort to provide today’s youth with project-based tools to spark interest and passion in STEM Education. www.stemfi nity.com.

STEM JOBS Magazine ................................. Booth 700STEM JOBS magazine is a part of a growing collection of digital and print STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) resources designed for students, counselors and teachers nationwide. At STEM JOBS, students can explore a new world of possibilities where they can take something they are already passionate about, like sports or music, and fi nd a career they can love.

STEMlete, LLC ........................................... Booth 303STEMlete – Where the most passionate and brilliant in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) make themselves known.

STEM Premier ............................................ Booth 603STEM Premier is a virtual platform that connects STEM students with higher education and the workforce. Students showcase their skills, can be ranked and rated, receive guidance and fi nd scholarships while colleges, technical schools and corporations can identify, track and connect with STEM Premier talent.

STEMx/Battelle (Presenting Sponsor)STEMx is a nationwide network by the states, for the states. It provides a platform to share and spread quality STEM teaching and learning practices to grow tomorrow’s innovators. STEMx is managed by BattelleEd, a venture of Battelle that builds and manages STEM Innovation Networks.

Studica, Inc. .............................................. Booth 602Studica’s fi schertechnik Division provides complete solutions for STEM education. The innovative fi schertechnik STEM Lab Program offers project-based curriculum developed by Tom White. Studica offers an array of STEM education solutions and game design programs while providing academic discounts on a variety of products including software, 3D printers, hardware and more.

Synaptic Global Learning ........................... Booth 517Synaptic Global Learning (SGL) is an educational technology company with a ground-breaking platform that leverages adaptivity into the learning process. SGL has a NSF grant to create a series of online high school Advanced Placement STEM courses to improve access for students across America to a high quality STEM education.

Ten80 Foundation ...................................... Booth 609Ten80 was STEM before the acronym. Our engineer-educator teams offer curriculum support options for project-based learning in K-12 classrooms. Conceptual and Common Core professional development, STEAM camps and “Art of STEM” events build STEAM from kindergarten through high school.

Texas Instruments (Educational Underwriter Sponsor)Texas Instruments (TI) is a global semiconductor design and manufacturing company that develops analog ICs and embedded processors. By employing the world’s brightest minds, TI creates innovations that shape technology and help customers transform the future today. Read how TI supports K-16 education for a strong STEM workforce at www.ti.com/education.

The George Washington University .............. Booth 600Bring your disciplinary expertise to the classroom and prepare students for a STEM future. GW offers a M.Ed degree preparing you for teacher licensure in Secondary Education (grades 7-12). The program is 5-semesters long and cohort-based, with evening classes in Arlington, VA. Licensure areas include mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics.

techJOYnT Academy ................................... Booth 713techJOYnT Academy is host to a multitude of academic activities and STEM programs for K-12 and beyond. Available for Field Trips, After School Programs, Spring/Fall Break Camps and Summer Camps. Any of these includes creative instruction to engage students in learning about STEM subjects like Robotics and Game Design.

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The STEM Academy ................................... Booth 508The STEM Academy, Inc. is a national next generation, high impact academic model. STEM 101 programming prepares students to compete and win in the global economy through industry; i.e., workforce certifi cations and post-secondary dual-credit programs. STEM 101 curriculum is built on a blended learning, project-based platform which is accessible through any Web-enabled device.

The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship Foundation ................................ Booth 605For candidates with a STEM background, the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship–available in Georgia, Indiana, Michigan, New Jersey, and Ohio–includes a master’s degree program, teacher certifi cation preparation, and a $30,000 stipend. Fellows teach in their state for at least three years, with ongoing mentoring, in a high-need school.

Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach ............................................. Booth 301Tufts University’s CEEO is a leader in “improving education through engineering” for K-12 and university classrooms. The fundamental belief motivating our education research, educational technologies, and outreach is that this integration helps students develop critical skills and improved excitement for learning, leading to wider technical literacy, higher quality of life, and greater environmental responsibility awareness.

Unity Technologies (Market Insights Sponsor) ........................... Booh 703Unity Technologies is the creator of Unity, an intuitive and fl exible development platform used to make wildly creative and intelligently interactive 3D and 2D interactive experiences. The “author once, deploy everywhere” capability ensures developers can publish to all of the most popular platforms. As one of the most powerful, accessible, and affordable 3D development platforms, Unity offers students looking to learn how to make games and apps the most comprehensive suite of development tools on the market.

US2020 .................................................... Booth 503Imagine one million science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) professionals mentoring students in kindergarten through graduate school. Imagine them providing uplifting moments of discovery to millions of children through real-world, hands-on projects and academic coaching. This engagement could fundamentally change the trajectory of STEM education in the United States. US2020 is a new organization designed to transform this vision into reality.

U.S. News University Connection ................ Booth 404U.S. News University Connection provides students and universities with a unique experience, directly connecting them via USNewsUniversityDirectory.com & USNews.com. U.S. News, the trusted leader in college rankings, is committed to revolutionizing student recruitment & retention. We’re dedicated to education, focused on students and trusted worldwide.

Universal Technical Institute (Contributing Sponsor) ............................... Booth 611Universal Technical Institute, chosen by industry for postsecondary transportation technician training, is committed to providing students with the skills necessary to succeed in today’s global marketplace. This commitment has driven UTI to follow the principles of the STEM Education Coalition, ensuring science, technology, engineering and math skills are interwoven throughout our curriculum.

University of Phoenix, Apollo Group (Market Insights Sponsor)University of Phoenix is constantly innovating to help working adults move effi ciently from education to careers in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant and engaging courses, and interactive learning can help students more effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing their busy lives. As a subsidiary of Apollo Education Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: APOL), University of Phoenix serves a diverse student population, offering associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs from campuses and learning centers across the U.S. as well as online throughout the world. For more information, visit www.phoenix.edu.

USASEF Don’t miss the 3rd USA Science & Engineering Festival Expo – hosted by Lockheed Martin. April 26 & 27, 2014, 9:00am-6:00pm. Washington Convention Center, Washington D.C. Free and open to all ages! More than 3000 hands-on activities, over 150 stage shows featuring science celebrities Mike Rowe, Bill Nye the Science Guy, ‘They Might Be Giants’ and others. www.usasciencefestival.org

U.S. News and World Report ....................... Booth 309A multi-platform publisher of news and analysis, which includes the digital-only U.S. News Weekly magazine, www.usnews.com, and www.rankingsandreviews.com. Focusing on Health, Personal Finance, Education, Travel, Cars, and Public Service/Opinion, U.S. News has earned a reputation as the leading provider of service news and information that improves the quality of life of its readers. U.S. News & World Report’s signature franchise includes its News You Can Use®

brand of journalism and its annual “Best” series of consumer web guides and publications that include rankings of colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, mutual funds, health plans, and more.

The USC Rossier School of Education ......... Booth 417The USC Rossier School of Education offers Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Education degrees delivered online. Our programs blend live, online classes with coursework applied in local school settings. Candidates choose from a range of content areas, including STEM, humanities and differing abilities. Learn more at RossierOnline.usc.edu/information.

uwannadu .................................................. Booth 316Millions are suffering in the wrong jobs, costing companies billions. In careers they love, working for companies they believe in, individuals thrive and companies succeed. On uwannadu, users explore insightful video, infographics and data on thousands of careers, which connect to colleges and companies for a better life.

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SAVE THE DATE!Home to a thriving biotech industry and a community of dedicated educators and activists, San Diego offers the perfect backdrop for the 4th annual U.S. News STEM Solutions National Leadership Conference. Please make your plans now to join fellow leaders from business, education and government to maintain our hard-won momentum and forge the STEM workforce of tomorrow.

For Sponsorship opportunities, email [email protected] The National Leadership ConferenceJune 29 – July 1, 2015Manchester Grand Hyatt | San Diego, CA


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THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS

American Association of State Colleges and Universities

Association of Community College Trustees

Association of Science-Technology Centers

Association of Women in Forensic Science, Inc.

AWM Association for Women in Mathematics

Business-Higher Education Forum

Center for Excellence in Education

Center for the Advancement of Science in Space

Change the Equation

Council for Adult and Experiential Learning

Council of Independent Colleges

D.C. Public Education Fund

Education Development Center

Girlstart

Graduate Women in Science

Hands-on Science Partnership

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

IEEE-USA

InfoComm

National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity

National Alliance of State Science and Mathematics Coalitions

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

National Research Center for College & University Admissions

National Science Teachers Association

Society of Women Engineers

STEM Education Coalition

US2020

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Zapphire School of Informatics and Technology

If you are interested in becoming a supporting organization for STEM Solutions 2015, contact us at [email protected].



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The young dreamers of today will be

the visionaries of tomorrow. Through a

variety of programs, Boeing is proud

to support those who fuel the

imagination of young minds.



America’s energy revolution is driving the economy, supporting

9.8 million U.S. jobs and steering us toward a bright energy future —

a future that cannot be secured without an educated and

diverse workforce and commitment to STEM.

• STEM initiatives are critical to supplying the workforce and ensuring

energy security through roles in geophysics, hydrology, chemical engineering,

and geology.

• Through pro-energy development policies and other types of growth,

an IHS report predicts nearly 1.3 million new job opportunities —

408,000 projected for African Americans and Hispanics, and

185,000 for female workers — by 2030. About a quarter of those

total jobs are projected to be in scientific and managerial fields.

Source: IHS, “Minority and Female Employment in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Industries,” March 2014

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