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12 Notable Latinas Who’ve Made History in STEM Fields

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMarch 29, 2022

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMarch 29, 202209096

As we near the close of Women’s History Month 2022, we’ve been reflecting on poderosas in different fields who are truly making a difference. Ellen Ochoa made history as the first Latina to go into space in 1993 and more...

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Meet Melba Tellez: Woman in Tech, Mentor & Entrepreneur

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 28, 2022

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonJanuary 28, 202204379

As a first-generation Mexican American college graduate, Melba Tellez, was lost when she started graduate school. She didn’t know anyone in her field and had no resources. In fact, she was a high school dropout, who despite all odds, had...

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11 Latinas Using Their Platforms to Empower Through Education

Laysha MacedoNovember 24, 2021November 24, 2021

by Laysha MacedoNovember 24, 2021November 24, 2021014417

Academia is a difficult one to breakthrough especially as a woman and person of color, especially when it comes to Predominantly White Institutes (PWIs). According to a report from the Pew Research Center, Latinx adults are less likely to earn...

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10 Inspiring Latinas in STEM You Need to Know About

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonSeptember 27, 2021September 28, 2021

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonSeptember 27, 2021September 28, 2021013022

This Hispanic Heritage Month, as we continue to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Latinx people in America, we’re thrilled to be able to highlight some incredible individuals doing amazing work in a field we don’t hear nearly enough about....