Navigating Difficult Conversations with Dr. Becky Wai-Ling Packard

On September 26th, Dr. Joi Mondisa hosted a presentation by Dr. Becky Wai-Ling Packard. Dr. Packard is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Mount Holyoke and has over two decades of experience in leadership and team training. This talk was full of valuable scientifically-backed, actionable strategies to have more productive conversations with co-workers, mentors, and […]

K-12 Curriculum Integration using Engineering Engagement Kits from CELL-MET Museum Project

Last August, when faced with the challenges of COVID-19 restrictions and a Leadership Commitment and Plan for Action to increase our outreach to underserved communities and build clear pathways to opportunities within CELL-MET, Helen Fawcett, Director of Student Engagement and Research Experiences Programs for the NSF ERC CELL-MET, together with Workforce Development and Education (WDE) leaders […]

CELL-MET Receives Supplemental Funding for Museum Activity Kits

A focus on solving major health issues, such as heart disease, provides a pathway to engage youth who seek positive real-world impact. As the country’s demographics transform to a minority-majority population, gaps in the inspiration and preparation of K-12 students will become engineering workforce gaps. However, this project can help combat these challenges by providing […]