STEM Education and Outreach
Abstract
STEM Education and Outreach fosters activities to support and cultivate STEM talent with minds for innovation, diversity of thought, and the technical agility to sustain the Department’s competitive edge. In order to build a workforce that brings in an expansion of ideas to solve national defense needs and challenges, the DoD recognizes the need for increased participation of underserved groups in STEM activities and education programs. Investments are made to promote participation in national-level STEM programs and initiatives and provide authentic hands-on experiences for students and teachers across the globe. STEM Education and Outreach manages activities, in support of the Department’s STEM Strategic Plan, to attract, inspire, and develop exceptional STEM talent across the education continuum that includes internships, robotics and math competitions, and mentoring through partnerships with industry.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- 884e29e9a7059d48de65e843d55f5db8