Chron – Valerie Sweeten
“Across the nation, jobs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics can be found in droves. From engineers in the oil fields, to software developers at burgeoning technology companies, to forensic accountants at international accounting firms, career opportunities in STEM-related fields abound. However, to remain competitive in this field, it is essential for women to see themselves as leaders in STEM…There will never be enough men to staff the need that is developing, and women must take a leadership role in this new future…schools and colleges must take a more proactive approach in engaging with children at a younger age and fostering young girls’ interest in the field early on.”(more)