What could be more important to President Obama than a visit
from recent Super Bowl champions, the Seattle Seahawks? Well, possibly a visit from a group of gifted
young students to this year’s White House Science Fair.
“As a society we have to celebrate outstanding work by young
people in science,” stated the President.
“Superstar biologists and engineers, and rocket scientists and robot
builders, they don’t always get the attention they deserve, but they’re what’s
going to transform society.”
The President’s words resonated within the exhibitions he oversaw. Ranging from remote-operated vehicles that
assist search-and-rescue dive teams, to potential cures for cancer and
influenza, it is clear these young minds will push society into the future.
This year’s science fair not only exposed the President to
how bright America’s future is, but also incorporated a special focus on the
young women behind these STEM inspired projects. Of the twelve projects seen by President
Obama, eight were led by or included women.
The presidential administration was very pleased by this as it hopes to
generate a more youthful interest in STEM as well as the gender ratios of
students who are studying these subjects, and with good reason.
Women currently make up 59 percent of U.S college graduates,
yet only 12 percent of those women graduate with a degree in a scientific
field. It is in the country’s best
interest to integrate women into STEM fields.
More women in STEM professions will increase overall productivity as
well as show the world what women are really capable of. Just take a look at what the amazing minds at
the White House Science Fair were able to accomplish.
Read about some of the amazing projects here: http://cbsn.ws/1o641iB
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