about GIRLS IN STEM
Vision: To empower girls to see themselves in STEM.
Mission: To ignite a passion in girls for STEM so that they are prepared to thrive in tomorrow's world.
To accomplish their mission, the GIS Advisory Board hosts several all-girl STEM experiences throughout the year, provides girls with opportunities to interact with female STEM role models, and gives families and educators the resources and tools to support children's interest in STEM.
Learn more about GIRLS IN STEM through our 2023 annual report.
upcoming events
GIRLS IN STEM EVENT:
CYBER SPY NITE WITH WOMEN IN CYBER @ NKU
Girls 5th-8th grade are invited to join us at the iSPACE GIRLS in STEM Cyber Spy Night with WiCys (Women in Cyber)!
This is your chance to dive into the thrilling world of Cybersecurity and explore the fascinating realms of cryptography, digital forensics, and coding.
First up, we'll kick things off with an eye-opening introduction to Cybersecurity and Cryptography.
You'll get to build your very own Caesar Cipher Wheel - a classic tool used in secret messaging. Prepare to be amazed as you uncover the secrets behind these cutting-edge fields!
Next, gear up for a forensics-themed scavenger hunt in Griffin Hall. Put on your detective hats and get ready to sleuth your way through clues and puzzles, all while learning about the critical role of digital forensics in Cybersecurity.
But the fun doesn't stop there! In our state-of-the-art Cyber Threat Lab, you'll have the chance to put your coding skills to the test. Get ready to write your own Caesar Cipher program in Python, and see how technology can be used to protect and defend against cyber threats.
DETAILS: GIRLS in STEM Cyber Spy Night with WiCys (Women in Cyber)
WHO: 5th-8th grade Girls
WHEN: Friday, September 6th
TIME: 6:00pm - 800 pm (Check in begins at 5:45)
LOCATION: Northern Kentucky University, Griffin Hall
Louie B Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099
COST: FREE!
STEM star spotlight: SHELBY WILSON
To inspire future female STEM leaders, iSPACE highlights one of our own STEM STARS, Shelby Wilson, who is a Bridge Design Engineer & Inspector. In her role, Shelby ensures that America's bridges stay safe for travel. Read her entire profile by clicking below.
View Shelby'sSTEM Profile
Check out the profiles of these other STem stars!
Resources for Encouraging Girls in STEM
Mission Unstoppable: YouTube Show featuring Women in STEM, Hosted by Miranda Cosgrove
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtgUyLVqgkbkVgVZTHMkECQ
SciGirls: Emmy award-winning PBS Kids TV show, website, and educational outreach program that draws on cutting-edge research about what engages girls in STEM.
https://www.scigirlsconnect.org/SciGirls
6 Research-Based Strategies for Engaging Girls in STEM:
https://www.scigirlsconnect.org/scigirls-strategies-engage-girls-stem/
She Can STEM: Meet Role Models Who are Changing the World with STEM
https://shecanstem.com/
Women @ JPL: Features inspirational stories from the women who are paving the way in to new frontiers
https://women.jpl.nasa.gov/
Article from US Census Bureau: Women Making Gains in STEM Occupations but Still Underrepresented
https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2021/01/women-making-gains-in-stem-occupations-but-still-underrepresented.html
Aviation For Girls: Features content tracks for elementary, middle school, and high school students, including a monthly magazine, aerospace instructional activity videos and scholarship information. https://www.wai.org/aviation-for-girls-app
