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Building on what I talked about S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) last week, this week I’m talking about STEM Identity. This is week is special for a couple reasons. First reason is I got to talk with the Mentorship Chair for my nonprofit NALA(STEM) and the second reason was this was my first podcast with a live audience as part of the Michigan LSAMP Scholars Day hosted by Wayne State University! Let me know your thoughts and if you want me to do something like this in the future!
In this episode of IncrediPaul Leadership, I talk with Dominique Graham. She currently serves as the Mentorship Chair for NALA(STEM) and is a Administrative Research Associate at the Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Program Evaluator for Michigan LSAMP.
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She is very passionate about helping students in STEM and we talk about STEM Identity. This episode was a live workshop we had at the Michigan Scholars Day last month at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. We discuss the importance of understanding your passions and interests, navigating challenges and self-doubt, and finding support and mentorship. They also emphasize the need to be patient with yourself and to prioritize self-care. The conversation highlights the importance of having a strong sense of purpose and staying true to your core values. Overall, the episode encourages listeners to embrace their STEM identities and strive to become the most incredible versions of themselves.
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TAKEAWAYS
Understanding your passions and interests is key to developing your STEM identity.
Navigating challenges and self-doubt is a normal part of the STEM journey.
Finding support and mentorship can help you overcome obstacles and stay motivated.
Prioritizing self-care and staying true to your core values are essential for maintaining a strong STEM identity.
Having a sense of purpose and striving to become the most incredible version of yourself are important aspects of your STEM journey.
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"There's a choice you have to make in everything you do. So keep in mind that in the end, the choice you make, makes you."
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