“Diversity really means becoming complete as human beings – all of us. We learn from each other. If you’re missing on that stage, we learn less. We all need to be on that stage.” – Juan Felipe Herrera
Why...
In 2021, the majority of STEM workers in the U.S. are white (69%), followed by Asians (13%), blacks (9%) and Hispanics (7%).
The earnings gap between women and men is larger in the STEM workforce than it is among non-STEM occupations.
The most underrepresented groups in STEM include Black, Hispanic, American Indian, and Alaska Native peoples.
LEON M. POE SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Promotes the necessity of diversity, equity and inclusion of college minority students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to successful career selection by providing tools, mentorship and scholarship.