My goal is to inspire students to see themselves as catalysts for change and a more sustainable future. I believe that there is not a problem that humans have created that can’t be remedied by creativity, ingenuity, commitment and knowledge of STEM. Is there anything else you would like to share about your experience in a STEM field. In addition, I’m always learning new things about a wide variety of science topics to share with guests of the Museum. What do you love about working at Creative Discovery Museum the most? I really enjoy seeing kids get excited about science and empowering them to see STEM fields as a way to solve the world’s problems. It is exciting and worthwhile to be part of the solution! What would you say to other girls or parents of girls who are interested in STEM fields? If you love it, go for it! STEM fields are critical to solving societies’ challenges. Science permeated our lives in so many ways, every day. Science wasn’t something I just learned at school. There was a lot of applied science in our household. The images and descriptions were amazing and often gross! My father was involved in animal husbandry and agriculture. I remember reading her medical textbooks. Creative Discovery Museum is officially re-igniting its 10 million capital campaign after temporarily suspending efforts due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She loved medicine and conditions of the human body. Was there someone in your life that encouraged you to pursue a STEM related career? My parents encouraged me to pursue whatever career I desired. I studied and learned so much from field guides that I remember even now, many, many years later. I had field guides on flowers, trees, ferns, insects, and shells. What sparked your love for the STEM field? Field guides! I read them voraciously when I was in elementary and middle school. Did you go to college? If so, where and what did you study? I attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville and have a bachelor’s degree in Zoology. All things I learned to do studying science in college. I am constantly experimenting, evaluating and making revisions based on my observations in my extensive garden and at work. I really enjoy learning about the natural world and find it fascinating. What is your favorite subject in STEM? I adore science, specifically, biology and zoology. From STEAM Club for Home School to pollinator education and awareness to distance learning and more, Karen oversees all science-related programs and experiences at the Museum. This month, we will highlight women working in STEM in our community and beyond, share STEM resources like our Creativity TV videos and more!Ĭheck out this post to meet Karen Dewhirst, Creative Discovery Museum's Science Manager. IF/THEN strives to empower women currently in the STEM field and inspire the future of generation of girls. We are proud to be a part of the IF/THEN Initiative that is working to create gender equity in the STEM field. Join us as we celebrate STEMtember! Women make up only 28% of the workforce in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math).
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