In honor of Women’s History Month, the Society of Military Spouses in STEM (SMSS) encourages readers of all ages to explore the groundbreaking contributions women have made to science, technology, engineering and math—both past and present. From studying the delicate anatomy of the smallest insects to puzzling the subatomic mysteries of the galaxy, … [Read more...]
Illuminating Military Spouses in STEM: Dr. Denise Williams-Harris
Meet Denise Williams-Harris, our February featured Military Spouse in STEM! Denise is a chemist with a passion for applied chemistry research and inclusive STEM education. A mentor, adjunct instructor, tutor, and researcher, Denise gained a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and a dual B.S. in Chemistry and … [Read more...]
Illuminating Military Spouses in STEM: Andrew Sturtevant
Meet Andrew, an applications engineer, who hails from Fremont, Michigan. Andrew has earned a B.S. in Psychology from Michigan Technological University and a B.S. in Computer Science from Oregon State University. An avid backpacker, cycler, and role-play gamer, Andrew geo-baches and works remotely for IBM via contracting firm Collabera. Was there … [Read more...]
Illuminating Military Spouses in STEM: Morgan Greene
Meet Morgan, program coordinator of the Kansas State University Office for the Advancement of Women in Science and Engineering. Raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Morgan is a passionate advocate for accessible environmental education. An avid runner and skier, Morgan loves to bake and enjoys exploring the prairies and flint hills around Fort … [Read more...]
Pursuing STEM Graduate School: The Military Spouse Rough Guide
Choosing to expand your career and pursue higher education in a STEM field is a big decision to make. Add the ever-changing circumstances of military life, and you’ll likely discover more questions to ask yourself than answers. Should I pursue a master's or PhD? Online or in-person? Is there a program near me or will I have to move away from my … [Read more...]
