ADDSTEAM

ADDSTEAM recently held a reception in Sacramento, CA in February 2025. Formed in 2021, we inspire, educate, and connect diverse early-career professionals with opportunities to grow and diversify the fields of STEAM - science, technology, engineering, agriculture and mathematics. And today we want to show you why we do what we do! If you'd like to part of making the dreams come true for young people in STEM just like these, please visit us at: www.addsteam.org.

Meet Dr. Muhammad Twaha Ibrahim! His innovative research, already used in live surgeries, is making real-world impact! Fun fact: Twaha was UC Irvine's 2023 Grad Slam Champion! ?? Grad Slam is a UC systemwide competition where students pitch the significance of their research to a public audience and panel of judges - in just 3-minutes! UC Irvine Graduate Division #ADDSTEAMScholar #ComputerScience #ScholarSpotlight #UCIGradSlam

? Meet Dr. Ellia La, an Environmental Science and Policy Advisor at DTSC, shaping policies that protect Californians and the planet! Dr. La's work is making a healthier future possible. ?? #ADDSTEAMScholar #SciencePolicyLeader #ScholarSpotlight #STEM #EnvironmentalScience #diversity365

? Meet Manny Heer, ADDSTEAM Board Member! Manny has been an incredible mentor and leader in our community. From sharing networking tips to exploring careers in science policy, he’s helping shape the future of STEM. ?? #MentorshipMatters #ADDSTEAM #Leadership #STEMdiversity #Diversity365

?? We wish to extend a HUGE thanks to our departing board members who have fulfilled their terms as ADDSTEAM board members. As our founding board members, they have truly made an impact on getting ADDSTEAM started and we are so grateful for their numerous contributions both large and small. We wish Joey, Walen, Lindsey and Ron all the best in their future endeavors and we can't wait to see what they do next! ??

?This is why we do this. Each year the money we raise supports numerous programs, including our ADDSTEAM Scholars program. Here's a glimpse of what it means to those scholars to receive our $1000 scholarship in support of their #STEM dreams. Together, we’re shaping the future of #STEM and beyond. ?? To help shape the future of #STEM, donate here: https://lnkd.in/gAhJ2QCp

As 2024 comes to a close, we celebrate a thriving community of early-career STEAM scholars, 100 hours of personalized mentorship, and impactful career-building events—made possible by supporters like YOU! Help us keep the momentum going and empower the next generation of innovators. Donate today! ?? www.addsteam.org. #SupportSTEMandAgriculture #Diversity365 #FutureSTEAMLeaders

?? Meet Jean Claude Iradukunda, a fifth-year PhD candidate in Environmental Sciences at UC Riverside! ?? Jean Claude is excited to complete his PhD and pursue a career at the intersection of science and policy for sustainable climate solutions. ???? #STEM #UCR #EnvironmentalScience #FutureLeader #ADDSTEAMScholar #diversity365

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?? Shoutout to ADDSTEAM Board Member, Kendra Jackson, for her incredible support and mentorship! ?? At this year’s Career Summit, Kendra led a dynamic negotiations workshop, sharing her expertise and empowering our Scholars. Thank you for helping shape the next generation of leaders, Kendra! ???? #ADDSTEAM #Leadership #STEMdiversity #Diversity365