Industry Insights
Welcome to Pink Space Theory's Industry News page, your go-to source for the latest updates and insights in STEM news and STEAM education in Northern Virginia. Here, we cover exciting developments, innovative practices, and inspiring stories in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Explore how our STEM classes for kids are making an impact
Meet Kate Taulane
Kate is student at Georgetown University, studying Mathematics & Sociology. Kate participated in the GU VIEW Program which pairs students with alumni and friends of Georgetown for part-time, short-term virtual projects, or “micro-internships.”
Pacific Chapter of the Internet Society
The Pacific Chapter of the Internet Society (PICISOC) is a non-profit organization that is interested in expanding internet access to remote and rural parts of the Pacific region. PICISOC is also working towards advancing technology, encouraging knowledge of coding and hosting hackathons to solve social issues.
The Solar Design Stars Program
With a goal of increasing young girls’ awareness around renewable energy, Pink Space Theory launched the Solar Design Stars program this month at Fred Lynn Middle School in Prince William County.
Urmi is chartering her way towards becoming a Chartered Financial Analyst!
Urmi is a passionate worker in the financial service industry and has been working for five years. She is a brilliant-minded humanitarian who also co-authors financial blogs for Pink Space Theory. Learn how she is paving the way for other girls to become financially independent.
Shoot for the Moon: These Astronauts Did!
Sally Ride made history in 1983 when she became the first American woman to ever venture into space! She also was the youngest American ever in space; at just 32 years old she served as the Mission Specialist on the SS Challenger for mission STS-7…
Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month and was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the United States in May 1843 and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad in May 1869 by Chinese immigrants. Since then Asian Americans have continued to make many contributions to STEM fields, and we at Pink Space Theory want to highlight some of these innovators for inspiring us.
Pink Space Theory Sparks a Love for STEM in Virginian Schools
Pink Space Theory works to spark a love for STEAM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) in girls and minorities, and our mobile makerspace is based in the Washington D.C. area. Our most recent event saw us uniting with one of our successful Pink Space Theory volunteers – Yuktha.
Pink Space Theory Heroes: Providing Girls and Students in Underserved Communities with a Path into STEM
Gender inequality is still a major issue within STEM, only 28% of STEM workers being female in 2018. With these statistics in mind, this is where Pink Space Theory comes to the rescue. With our Giving Tuesday campaign, you can become a Pink Space Theory Hero by donating to our Make Tech Pink Program. This enrichment program specifically targets girls from low-income households who are in Grades 3 to 6 within Title 1 schools.
Women in Science: Kaylee Ahern & Her Bright Future in Neuroscience
“I won an award for Science,” Kaylee told us when I asked her about what sparked her desire to pursue a career in science. “I had a really good Biology teacher in high school. He told me…
Women of STEM: The Arts
I know what you may be thinking, “Wait… There’s no A in STEM.” And you’re absolutely right- there isn’t. But maybe there should be. ..