National Girls Collaborative Project News Feed

National Garden Month

Tue, 5 Apr 2011 15:21:30 -0700

April is National Garden Month! Find activities and stories (including a peek into the White House Kitchen Garden) on this resource-filled site to engage girls in the joys of gardening!

NatureNews examines the overt and societal barriers to women in science.

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 09:23:25 -0700

NatureNews examines the overt and societal barriers to women in science.

The Sims as a Catalyst for Girls’ IT learning

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 08:51:20 -0700

Who knew that The Sims could start a girl on an IT career track? Read more about the use of video games to encourage girls in IT in "The Sims as a Catalyst for Girls’ IT learning" by Elisabeth Hayes.

Dates Announced for 2012 USA Science & Engineering Festival!

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 08:42:44 -0700

Building on the success of the inaugural Festival in 2010, the 2nd USA Science & Engineering Festival will inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers with school programs and nationwide contests throughout the 2011/2012 school year and a finale Expo in Washington DC on April 27-29, 2012. The Expo is the nation’s largest celebration of all things science & engineering and features over 1500 hands-on activities and over 75 performances on multiple stages.

The Smithsonian Latino Center’s 2011 Young Ambassadors Program

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 08:19:20 -0800

The Smithsonian Latino Center’s 2011 Young Ambassadors Program -Summer Leadership Development Program- Application Deadline April 8, 2011 The Smithsonian Latino Center is pleased to announce the open application season for the 2011 Young Ambassadors Program. The Young Ambassadors Program is a national, interdisciplinary leadership development program for high school seniors. The mission of the program is to foster the next generation of Latino leaders in the arts, sciences, and humanities via the Smithsonian Institution and its resources.
The deadline to apply is April 8, 2011. For further information and application guidelines and to apply, please visit http://www.latino.si.edu/programs/youngambassadors.htm or contact Emily Key, Education Programs Manager, at 202.633.1268 or by email at slceducation@si.edu.

100th Anniversary of International Women's Day

Tue, 8 Mar 2011 09:20:50 -0800

Happy International Women's Day! Join Google and thousands of participants in cities all over the world in supporting women's causes and celebrating women's achievements!

Global Marathon Kicks-Off on Monday, March 7th

Fri, 4 Mar 2011 09:57:48 -0800

March 7-12 is the 2011 Global Marathon For, By and About Women in Engineering & Technology.

The Marathon is a global "town square" for connecting girls and women in engineering and technology who ‘meet’ via live Internet chats, telephone conversations, webcasts and on location events over the course of six days.

Presenters and participants can join in the experience in any of six general regions including North America, Mexico/Latin America, UK/Europe, India, Africa/Middle East, and China. Nearly 100 presentations and events took place worldwide in 2010. Pre-college, university, and professional women are all welcome to participate.

Middle Tennesee State University celebrates National Engineering Week

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 09:59:33 -0800

What is your organization doing for National Engineers Week? Read about what GRITS is doing in their latest newsletter.

Dream. Engineer. WISH. Women In STEM High School Aerospace Scholars

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 14:34:09 -0800

Engineer your dream job! Your adventure begins in Spring 2011 with an online community and culminates with a summer experience at NASA Johnson Space Center in Summer 2011. Collaborate with girls from across the country and female NASA engineers and interns. Get ready to start your dream! For specific project information, visit http://wish.spacegrant.org . Deadline: March 14, 2011.

NGCP E-Newsletter February 2011

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 08:39:34 -0800

The NGCP E-Newsletter for February is now available. Learn about mini-grant funding opportunities, Program Directory enhancements, upcoming STEM events, and lots of resources for National Engineers Week.

Nominate a Candidate for a Benjamin Franklin Medal

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 09:42:49 -0500

The Franklin Institute awards the Benjamin Franklin Medals annually to recognize and promote excellence in science, technology, and industry in the following seven disciplines of science: •Chemistry •Computer and Cognitive Science •Earth and Environmental Science •Electrical Engineering •Life Science •Mechanical Engineering •Physics This is an international competition for individuals whose work has a significant impact on the aforementioned fields of science and is not restricted by theme or topic. To nominate a candidate or for more details visit: http://www.fi.edu/franklinawards/franklin_eligibility.html

Enhancement to the NGCP Online Program Directory

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 10:15:04 -0500

Have you ever wondered if there are other affiliates or organizations like yours registered in the NGCP online Program Directory? Program Affiliation has been added as a searchable option. Affiliations currently include: 4-H, American Association of University Women, Appalachian Information Technology Extension Services, Association for Women in Science, Girl Scouts, Girls Inc., Great Science for Girls, National Academy of Engineering Center for the Advancement of Scholarship on Engineering Education, STEM Equity Pipeline, Society of Women Engineers and Young Women's Christian Association. If your program was entered prior to September 2010, your affiliation is currently set to none. Login today, update your listing, and search for affiliates for networking and collaboration.

Researcher's Study Sheds New Light on Math Ability and Gender Equity

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 12:03:00 -0500

Marcia Linn, Professor of Education at the University of California-Berkeley, published a new global study in the latest issue of the American Psychological Association’s Psychological Bulletin this month. The study found once again that boys and girls perform similarly on tests of mathematical reasoning. However, the study also found that in most countries boys self-confidence in their math abilities was higher than girls. Linn notes that the study confirms the need for girls to have equal access to education, encouragement to do well in math and female role models in math-oriented careers. The full study can be found at: http://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/bul-136-1-103.pdf

Women in Science: Forging New Pathways in Biology Report Released

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 11:27:25 -0500

Science and the L'Oreal Foundation have released the latest booklet on Women in Science. This booklet features 16 women in five areas of biology research including: Virology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, and Immunology. Learn about their struggles and triumphs and what makes these careers so meaningful.

NGCP E-Newsletter January 2011

Wed, 5 Jan 2011 12:01:47 -0800

Learn about enhancements to the NGCP Online Program Directory
Upcoming NGCP Webcast: NCWIT Resources: Inspiring Girls to Pursue Careers in Information Technology; Wednesday, February 9, 2011
NGCP Collaborative Mini-Grant Closing Dates
Upcoming STEM Events: Spirit of Innovation Awards, Register by Jan. 17 2011
In Resources: New NOVA Series: "Making Stuff: Stronger, Smaller, Smarter, Cleaner"

EngineerGirl Essay Contest

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 16:23:36 -0800

Every year, the EngineerGirl website sponsors a contest dealing with engineering and its impact on our world. This year's theme is "Engineering and Human Service: Relief from a Disaster."
The contest is open to individual girls and boys in each of three categories; 3rd grade to 5th grade (Ages 8-11), 6th grade to 8th grade (Ages 12-14), and 9th grade to 12th grade (Ages 15-18). Entries must be received by 6:00 p.m. (EST) on March 1, 2011. Check out the website for the online submission form and essay guidelines.
http://www.engineergirl.org/

Twitter chat with Bill Nye the Science Guy this Thursday, 12/16 from 3-4PM PST

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 15:55:57 -0800

Connect a Million Minds is hosting a Twitter chat on "Math, Science and the Future of Our Nation" with Bill Nye the Science Guy this Thursday, 12/16 from 3-4PM PST. To participate in the chat, search for the hashtag #FutureOfOurNation on Twitter and use it in your tweets.
http://twitter.com/ConnectMinds
www.connectamillionminds.com

Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek), December 5-11

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 09:12:41 -0800

Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek), December 5-11, is a call to action to share information and offer activities that will advocate for computing and elevate computer science education for students at all levels. Everyone can participate! Information about events to promote Computer Science in K-12 are available at the CSEdWeek website. Resources are available for students, teachers, parents, school administrators and counselors, universities and colleges, as well as for corporations that provide information how to get involved in CS education outreach.
http://www.csedweek.org

NGCP E-Newsletter December 2010

Tue, 7 Dec 2010 13:21:24 -0800

NGCP Announces Collaboration Award Recipients
NGCP Regional Collaborative Mini-Grants Schedule
Upcoming STEM Events - Computer Science Education Week December 5 - 11, 2010
In Resources - "Gotta Have IT," an all-in-one computing resource kit designed for educators from the National Center for Women and Information Technology.

Google RISE (Roots in Science and Engineering) Awards

Fri, 3 Dec 2010 13:50:47 -0800

Google has announced the Google RISE (Roots in Science and Engineering) Awards. These awards are designed to promote and support Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) and Computer Science (CS) education initiatives. The awards provide awards to organizations working with K-12 and university students to provide enrichment programs in these fields.
Organizations in the United States and Europe working to increase engagement, promote and support Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and CS education initiatives at the K-12 and university levels with an emphasis on engaging under-represented groups in STEM are eligible for consideration.

Applications are due by midnight on December 10, 2010

http://www.google.com/corporate/diversity/rise/application.html

NGCP Collaboration Conference Highlights Webcast - December 8th 2010

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:43:58 -0800

The National Girls Collaborative Project held the first national NGCP Collaboration Conference on October 20th-22nd in Washington, D.C. Over 150 participants engaged in meaningful networking and professional development activities, all focused on engaging more girls in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. This webcast will feature highlights from the conference, including a summary of resources provided for those who were not able to attend. Participants will also share their perspective of the event and outcomes for their projects or organizations.

The National After School Science Directory

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 11:43:23 -0800

The Coalition for Science Aferschool recently celebrated the one year anniversary of the Directory of afterschool programs and resources. The Directory houses thousands of STEM opportunities, submitted by science centers, museums, schools and other youth-serving organizations. Search through resources and add or update your program today.

The Coalition for Science After School strives to make science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) integral components of afterschool programming, bringing together the experience and commitment of hundreds of individuals and organizations to improve the quality and quantity of STEM learning opportunities and has many resources on its website.

PBS Design Squad begins a new season.

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 17:01:37 -0800

The new season of Design Squad premieres on January 26th.
This season the two new hosts, Judy Lee and Adam Vollmer, work alongside kids all over the world to do things like: design a gown with help from Project Runway winner Christian Siriano, improve the quality of life for kids living in rural Nicaragua by building them the playground of their dreams, to baking a automated cake for the cast party of the musical Young Frankenstein.
Check your local listings to tune into Design Squad Nation.

Help NGCP reach the goal of 100 new programs in the Program Directory by December 1st!

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:22:01 -0800

Do you know of a program that inspires girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM)?
Share the Program Directory link with friends and ask them to enter their information in the NGCP Program Directory. The purpose of this Directory is to help organizations and individuals network, share resources, and collaborate on STEM-related projects for girls.

NGCP E-Newsletter November 2010

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:39:27 -0800

USA Science and Engineering Festival Highlights
Upcoming NGCP Webcast: NGCP Collaboration Conference Highlights
In Resources: New Digital Library Offers Informal Learning Fun in Science and Mathematics

Call to Action for All Supporters of Women in Computing!

Tue, 9 Nov 2010 17:13:05 -0800

Join our virtual flash mob at picturemeincomputing.org !
On Wednesday, November 10, hundreds of supporters of women working in technology-based professions will upload their on-the-job pictures to show women and girls all over the world how possible it is to realize a highly rewarding career in computing.
We need as many participants as possible. This is going to be extra-super tricky, since we want the actual event to seem completely spontaneous and surprising to the general public. Pass word along via any technical venue you know of. Talk to your classmates and colleagues. Blog about it and send emails to every technical contact and corporation that you know. We want this event to be world wide and heavily covered!
Check out picturemeincomputing.org for more information and instructions on how to join!

NGCP at the White House

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:02:03 -0700

Representatives from leading national organizations working to improving the participation of women and girls in STEM, including NGCP, met at the White House to brainstorm strategies for President Obama's Educate to Innovate campaign.

NGCP E-Newsletter July 2010

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:58:14 -0700

NGCP Collaboration Conference October 21 & 22, 2010 Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
NGCP Regional Collaborative Mini-Grants
In Resources: PBS Design Squad 2010 Trash to Treasure Competition from April 5 to September 5, 2010.

NGCP E-Newsletter June 2010

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 17:14:03 -0700

NGCP Collaboration Conference October 21 & 22, 2010 Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
NGCP Upcoming Survey to Programs Participating in NGCP
NGCP Regional Collaborative Mini-Grants
Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative Annual Conference, June 21, 2010
In resources: SciGirls: Find a Science Club

Maine Girls Collaborative highlighted on WAGM TV

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:49:19 -0800

In a news segment called Breaking The Glass Ceiling on WAGM TV, Anja Whittington, AAUW liaison for the Maine Girls Collaborative Project, discussed women's career opportunities. Whittington commented on the importance of strong mentors and of support networks such as the Maine Girls Collaborative Project in promoting non-traditional careers for women.

NGCP March Webcast - March 25, 2010

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 10:31:46 -0800

The NGCP March Webcast, Girls Communicating Career Connections (GC3), will be held on March 25, 2010, at 11:00 AM Pacific / 2:00 PM Eastern. In this webcast you will learn about videos and educator materials produced by GC3 and the Education Development Center, which share career information, highlight 21st century skill development, and focus on the positive social impact of science and engineering careers.

NGCP E-Newsletter August 2009

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 09:15:23 -0700

Fall Webcast Preview
Girls Raised in Tennessee Science Collaborative Hosts Successful Forum
Michigan Hands-On Math and Science Workshop, Ann Arbor, MI
MAGiC Kick-Off Conference, Rockville, MD
Michigan Lower Peninsula Kick-Off, Flint, MI
Michigan Upper Peninsula Kick-Off, Marquette, MI

NGCP September Webcast - September 22, 2009

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:05:50 -0700

The NGCP September webcast, National Girls Collaborative Project: A Regional Perspective, will be held on September 22, 2009, at 11:00 AM Pacific / 2:00 PM Eastern. NGCP Regional Collaboratives will share information about upcoming events and examples of how collaboration is benefiting girl-serving STEM organizations across the country. Learn how you can get involved with a Regional Collaborative or put into practice some of the lessons learned by our Collaboratives in their work to support girl-serving STEM organizations.

Encouraging the Participation of Female Students in STEM fields

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 09:34:09 -0700

The House Committee on Science and Technology’s Research and Science Education Subcommittee held a hearing to examine current research findings, best practices, and the role of federal agencies in increasing the interest of girls in STEM in primary and secondary school. Members questioned witnesses about the challenges that deter young women from pursuing post-secondary STEM degrees.

All-girls museum day camp builds confidence, challenges career stereotype

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:25:55 -0700

Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture educators started the program, Girls in Science, this summer to boost the confidence of girls from seventh through ninth grades in their science abilities.

NGCP E-Newsletter

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:32:22 -0700

NGCP Annual Survey of Program Directory Contacts
NGCP Champions Board Member Receives Women in Business Champion Award
Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative First Annual Conference
NGCP Regional Collaborative Mini-Grants
MAGiC Kick-Off Conference, Rockville, MD

Building Better Futures: Girls STEM Collaborative aims to improve lives of Kentucky women

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:00:25 -0700

Article on Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative Annual Conference published in the June 26, 2009, issue of Business Lexington.

Researchers Mull STEM Gender Gap

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:18:13 -0700

Despite evidence that women have achieved parity on math and science achievement tests, men still outnumber women at the top levels of most of those fields.

The Opportunity Equation: Transforming Mathematics and Science Education for Citizenship and the Global Economy

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:53:36 -0700

In a new report, The Opportunity Equation: Transforming Mathematics and Science Education for Citizenship and the Global Economy, the Carnegie-IAS Commission on Mathematics and Science Education challenges the nation to mobilize for coordinated action to: establish common standards for the nation in mathematics and science; improve math and science teaching; and redesign schools and systems to deliver excellent, equitable math and science learning.

Maine Girls Collaborative Now Accepting Mini-Grant Applications

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 12:51:26 -0700

The Maine Girls Collaborative Project will be accepting mini-grant applications through July 31, 2009, for collaborating programs in Maine. Mini-grants are awarded to girl-serving STEM focused programs to support collaboration, address gaps and overlaps in service, and share promising practices.

NGCP E-Newsletter June 2009

Thu, 4 Jun 2009 09:03:47 -0700

Summer Program List and Watchlist Features in the Program Directory
Midwest Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference
Pennsylvania STEM Girls Collaborative Hosts Successful Kick-Off
Northeastern Girls Collaborative Rhode Island Kicks Off Successfully
Great Lakes Girls Collaborative Professional Development Forum
Connecticut Girls Collaborative Spring Forum

Pennsylvania STEM Girls Collaborative Now Accepting Mini-Grant Applications

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 15:01:44 -0700

The PA STEM Girls Collaborative Project will be accepting mini-grant applications through June 17, 2009, for collaborating programs in Pennsylvania. Mini-grants are awarded to girl-serving STEM focused programs to support collaboration, address gaps and overlaps in service, and share promising practices.

Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative Annual Conference

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 09:31:31 -0700

On June 15, 2009, the Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative will host its first annual conference, designed to bring together educators, industry, mini-grant awardees, and government to explore ways to increase the number of Kentucky girls interested in STEM careers.

Empowering Girls through Collaboration Connecticut Forum, Windsor Locks, CT

Tue, 26 May 2009 15:20:10 -0700

On May 28, 2009, the Connecticut Girls Collaborative will host a forum providing a free and unique opportunity to network with peers who support and create programs for girls in STEM.

Great Lakes Girls Collaborative Project Professional Development Forum, Indianapolis, IN

Thu, 21 May 2009 12:01:17 -0700

On May 20, 2009, the Great Lakes Girls Collaborative - Indiana hosted a professional development forum at Marian College. Topics presented included: using ALICE software to increase girls' interest in computer science, middle school robotics, Purdue University's K-12 outreach program, and more.

New group to push STEM jobs for girls

Thu, 21 May 2009 11:59:11 -0700

The Northeastern Girls Collaborative Project, a coalition of organizations that works to encourage young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), has expanded to include Rhode Island.

NGCP E-Newsletter May 2009

Tue, 19 May 2009 11:38:27 -0700

Pacific Northwest Girls Collaborative Forum
NEGC Forum in Rhode Island, May 16, 2009
Great Lakes Girls Collaborative Project Professional Development Forum, May 20, 2009
Empowering Girls through Collaboration Connecticut Forum, May 28, 2009
Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative Annual Conference, June 15, 2009

Pacific Northwest Girls Collaborative Mini-Grants

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:43:50 -0700

The Pacific Northwest Girls Collaborative will be accepting mini-grants through Friday, May 22. Girl-serving programs in Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Hawaii are encouraged to apply.

NGCP April Webcast - April 21, 2009

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:25:59 -0700

The NGCP April webcast, Engaging in Science; Enhancing Gender Awareness, will be held on April 21, 2009, at 12:00 PM Pacific / 3:00 PM Eastern. This webcast is designed to provide an overview of the need, rationale, and research behind embedding certain strategies into science learning opportunities. Two leaders in gender and science, Dale McCreedy and Maryann Stimmer, will highlight several exemplary programs and their impacts.

A Watershed Moment Highlights Landmark Conference

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:42:05 -0700

A Watershed Moment: The First National Conference on Science and Technology in Out-of-School Time documents the September 2008 conference and offers a series of essays and reports from conference participants.

NGCP E-Newsletter April 2009

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:38:21 -0700

NGCP April Webcast
Great Lakes Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference
Midwest Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference, Naperville, IL
Pacific Northwest Girls Collaborative Forum, Portland, OR
PA STEM Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference, Philadelphia, PA
Northeastern Girls Collaborative Rhode Island Forum, Warwick, RI
Great Lakes Girls Collaborative Project Professional Development Forum, Indianapolis, IN
Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative Annual Conference, Lexington, KY

Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative Annual Conference

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:58:37 -0700

The Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative is holding its first annual conference to bring together educators, industry, girl-serving organizations, and government to explore ways to work together to increase the number of Kentucky girls interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers. The conference will take place on June 15, 2009, in Lexington, Kentucky. Registration is now open.

Girls and IT YoutTube Video

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:46:30 -0700

The European Commission - Information Society and Media Directorate-General has posted a video on YouTube about Girls and IT. For more information, contact Nancy Pascall at nancy.pascall@ec.europa.eu.

Evidence-Based Science Curriculum for Girls Webinar

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 11:55:48 -0700

On March 31, 2009, from 1-2 PM Eastern, Great Science for Girls (GSG), an NSF-funded initiative led by the Educational Equity Center at AED (EEC/AED), will host a webinar to highlight curricula that have proven to impact girls' interest and engagement in science learning. Find out what strategies work. To join the GSG Webinar, e-mail Delores Holland at dehollan@aed.org.

President Obama Announces White House Council on Women and Girls

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:09:33 -0700

On March 11, 2009, President Obama signed an Executive Order creating the White House Council on Women and Girls. The mission of the Council will be to provide a coordinated federal response to the challenges confronted by women and girls and to ensure that all Cabinet and Cabinet-level agencies consider how their policies and programs impact women and families.

Radio Series on Women in Science Wins Gracie Award

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:24:20 -0700

A series of radio programs about the changing role of girls and women in science and engineering - funded by the National Science Foundation - has won recognition as the winner of two 2009 Gracie Awards. Produced by WAMC-Northeast Public Radio, "The Sounds of Progress: The Changing Role of Girls and Women in Science and Engineering" is a two-part project that features stories about real women in STEM.

NGCP E-Newsletter March 2009

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 10:59:08 -0700

Find Summer Programs in the NGCP Program Directory
Calling All SciGirls - New PBS Kids Science Series
Midwest Girls Collaborative Illinois Kick-Off Conference
Mid-Atlantic Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference
NGCP Regional Collaborative Mini-Grants

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Reintroduces Bill to Promote Gender Parity Among University Engineering And Science Faculty

Tue, 3 Mar 2009 09:46:35 -0800

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson today announced that she has introduced H.R. 1144, the Fulfilling the Potential of Women in Academic Science and Engineering Act, which she also introduced in the 110th Congress. The legislation promotes gender parity in the academic disciplines of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at the university faculty level.

Authors@Google: Jill Denner on Gender and Gaming

Mon, 2 Mar 2009 11:12:59 -0800

Jill Denner visits Google's Mountain View, CA headquarters to discuss her book "Beyond Barbie and Mortal Kombat: New Perspectives on Gender and Gaming."

NGCP E-Newsletter February 2009

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:32:24 -0800

NGCP Collaboration Institute 2009
NGCP February Webcast
Great Lakes Girls Collaborative-Indiana Kick-Off Event
Florida Mini-Grant Applications Open in February

Florida Girls Collaborative Now Accepting Mini-Grants

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:22:17 -0800

The Florida Girls Collaborative Project is now accepting mini-grant applications through March 16, 2009. Mini-grants are awarded to girl-serving science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) focused programs to support collaboration, address gaps and overlaps in service, and share promising practices.

NGCP February Webcast - Feb. 11, 2009

Fri, 6 Feb 2009 12:26:50 -0800

The NGCP February Webcast, "Best Practices in Creating Successful Collaborations: Lessons Learned from the National Girls Collaborative Project," is scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2009, from 11 AM to 12 PM Pacific. The National Girls Collaborative Project (NGCP) uses a number of strategic activities to encourage collaboration among girl-serving STEM projects and programs. This webcast will examine the key elements of effective collaboration by providing lessons learned from NGCP project staff and partners.

Girl Scouts of the USA, Motorola Foundation Identify Three Keys to Engaging Girls in Science and Math

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 16:20:22 -0800

In December, Girl Scouts of the USA and Motorola Foundation released findings from a research report, which outlines three keys to improving girls' engagement in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education programs. The Girl Scouts study was funded by Motorola Foundation as part of the company's signature Innovation Generation program, which strives to inspire students' passion for STEM.

"Our research shows that girls' career choices are influenced by informal education programs that allow the girls to have hands on experiences, relate the concepts to real-world problems, and engage professionals from the field to share their enthusiasm and passion" said Kate L. Pickle, STEM Program Manager for Girl Scouts of the USA."

SciGirls: PBSKids Science Series Seeks Stories and Stars for Upcoming Episodes

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 15:43:44 -0800

Do you know girls or women passionate about science, technology, engineering or math who would want to be on national television? Twin Cities Public Television is currently looking for stories and stars to feature on SciGirls, which starts filming this summer. Suggest girls, mentors, or projects for SciGirls at scigirls.org/blog and you might see your story on TV!

A brand new science TV show is coming to PBS: a science show for and about tween girls! SciGirls will spotlight real girls not actors using science to make a difference. Each SciGirls episode will follow a group of girls and their inquiry-based project, highlighting the great things that happen when girls are inspired and empowered by science. Look for more details about the series on the NGCP webcast scheduled for February 11: http://ngcproject.org/events/webcasts.cfm.

In "Geek Chic" and Obama, New Hope for Lifting Women in Science

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:21:28 -0800

With the inauguration of an administration committed to Science as the grand elixir for the nation’s economic, environmental, and psycho-reputational woes, a number of scientists say that now is the time to tackle a chronic conundrum of their beloved enterprise: how to attract more women into the fold, and keep them once they are there.

NGCP February Webcast - Feb. 11, 2009

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:18:47 -0800

Learning Science in Informal Environments Report Available

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:06:49 -0800

On January 14, 2009, the U.S. National Research Council (NRC) released its highly-anticipated report Learning Science in Informal Environments: Places, People, and Pursuits. According to the NRC, "tens of millions of Americans, young and old, choose to learn about science in informal ways - by visiting museums and aquariums, attending after-school programs, pursuing personal hobbies, and watching TV documentaries, for example."

Stepping into Science - Virtual Broadcast in SecondLife

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:26:50 -0800

On January 30th Alliance Library System and LearningTimes are "Stepping Into Science" and taking the day to explore the possibilities of using virtual worlds to learn about and teach science. The conference will be taking place entirely in Second Life and will feature a keynote and panel discussion as well as small breakout sessions, field trips, and an opportunity participate in "Science Friday," NPR's live broadcast from Second Life. The registration fee is $65 per person.

NGCP E-Newsletter January 2009

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:45:35 -0800

New Search Features in the NGCP Program Directory
NGCP February Webcast
Great Lakes Girls Collaborative-Indiana Kickoff Event
Regional Collaboratives Currently Offering Mini-Grants

Expanding Women's Participation in U.S. Science

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:55:51 -0800

A new article if available online from the Harvard International Review: "Expanding Women's Participation in U.S. Science," by Sue V. Rosser and Mark Zachary Taylor, Global Education, Vol. 30 (3) - Fall 2008 Issue.

NGCP Mini-Grants Now Open in Three Collaboratives

Wed, 7 Jan 2009 15:18:43 -0800

The Kentucky, Maine, and Northeastern Girls Collaborative are all currently accepting mini-grant applications from collaborating programs in their region. More NGCP Regional Collaboratives will be offering mini-grants in the near future.

Great Lakes Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 11:32:48 -0800

Registration for the Great Lakes Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference is open on the NGCP event site. The Great Lakes Kick-Off will be held on February 21, 2009 at the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis Campus Center in Indianapolis, IN.

NGCP E-Newsletter December 2008

Tue, 9 Dec 2008 17:19:32 -0800

NGCP Program Directory - Register your Program Today!
Northeastern Kick-Off Conference and Mini-Grants
NGCP February Webcast

Northeast Collaborative Now Accepting Mini-Grants

Mon, 8 Dec 2008 15:33:24 -0800

On November 8, 2008, over 50 people attended the Northeastern Girls Collaborative Kick-Off event at the University of New Hampshire - Manchester. Mini-grant applications are now being accepted through January 21, 2009.

NGCP E-Newsletter November 2008

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:12:26 -0800

NGCP November Webcast
NGCP is on Facebook
Maine Kick-Off Conference Report
Connecticut Kick-Off Conference Highlights
Northeastern Girls Collaborative Kick-off Event
Science House Girls Collaborative Project Fall Forum
Regional Fall Forums Scheduled Around Texas

NGCP November Webcast - Nov. 12

Wed, 5 Nov 2008 09:35:15 -0800

The NGCP November Webcast, "Inspiring Girls in Science and Engineering: Interactive Program Models and Resources," is schedule for Wednesday, November 12, 2008, from 11 AM to 12 PM Pacific. Learn about two exciting programs focused on inspiring girls in science and engineering. SciGirls offers fun science experiences for girls across the country, based on DragonFly TV videos that showcase girls and women doing science. Engineer Your Life is a national messaging campaign designed to reposition engineering as a rewarding career choice for girls.

Northeast Girls Collaborative Kick-off Conference

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:31:07 -0700

Registration for the Northeast Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference is open on the NGCP event site. The Northeast Kick-Off will be held on November 8, 2008, at University of New Hampshire in Manchester, NH.

NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:42:07 -0700

NCWIT is encouraging all tech-savvy girls, coders, gamers, and Web divas to apply for the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing. Award-winners receive $500, a new laptop computer, and a trip to the Bank of America Technology Showcase and Awards in Charlotte, NC. Applications are due December 1, 2008.

NGCP in The Journal of Women and Minorities in Science and Engineering

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:23:39 -0700

NGCP has published an article in the latest edition of The Journal of Women and Minorities in Science and Engineering. The article, co-authored by NGCP Principal Investigators Rose Marra, Karen Peterson, and Brenda Britsch, explores the role of collaboration in the project, outcomes and future directions.

Digital Youth: Call for Submissions

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:17:36 -0700

The George Lucas Educational Foundation has received a grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation to produce ten multimedia portraits of youth ages 8-18 who are deeply immersed in digital media of all kinds: blogs, social networks, virtual environments, games, media-making projects, and so on.

NGCP October Webcast Archive Available

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:40:49 -0700

The NGCP October Webcast, "Creating Collaborations with NGCP Mini-Grants," recording is now available in the NGCP webcast archive. You can listen to and view any one of the twelve archived NGCP webcast discussing effective strategies for working with girls in STEM.

Engineer Your Outreach with Design Squad

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:23:37 -0700

Engineers and the engineering community are invited to attend the October 21 (11:00 AM Pacific) Design Squad webinar, hosted by WGBH and National Engineers Week. This interactive webinar will give you all the tools you need to start up your outreach for National Engineers Week and beyond.

BUILD IT Special NGCP Webcast - October 14

Thu, 9 Oct 2008 10:07:55 -0700

On Tuesday, October 14, at 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Pacific, NGCP will host a follow-up to the September 10 webcast. Many NGCP partners expressed interest in exploring opportunities to bring the BUILD IT LEGO underwater robotics program to their regional and local programs. This webcast will provide a forum for NGCP partners to learn more about the BUILD IT project.

NGCP E-Newsletter October 2008

Mon, 6 Oct 2008 16:00:20 -0700

NGCP October Webcast
NGCP Welcomes New Northeast Girls Collaborative: Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont
Girls Raised in Tennessee Science Kick-Off Conference
Project Launch: New Look/Great Lakes Girls Collaborative-Illinois/STEM Equity Pipeline
Florida Girls Collaborative Project Annual Conference
Maine Girls Collaborative Project Kick-Off Conference
Connecticut Girls Collaborative Kick-off Conference: Girls in STEM
Northeastern Girls Collaborative Kick-off Event

NGCP October Webcast - Oct. 8

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 11:16:41 -0700

The NGCP October Webcast, "Creating Collaborations with NGCP Mini-Grants," is scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, 2008 from 11 AM to 12 PM Pacific. In this interactive webcast you'll learn how to create collaborations using NGCP mini-grant funding. Mini-grants are designed to support collaboration, assessment activities, and projects related to addressing gaps and overlaps in service, and sharing promising practices.

New Look/Great Lakes Girls Collaborative Illinois/STEM Equity Pipeline Project Launch

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:51:16 -0700

On October 2nd (9 AM to 3:15 PM) at the Trutter Center in Springfield, IL, participants will gather information about three Illinois initiatives that support the success of career and technical education special populations, including STEM. New Look Sites and parties interested in learning more about NGCP grants and STEM Equity Pipeline are encouraged to attend.

Kentucky Collaborative Presenting at the IdeaFestival in Louisville - Sept. 25

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:20:32 -0700

The Kentucky Girls STEM Collaborative will host a luncheon on Thursday, September 25th at the IdeaFestival in Louisville, KY. The Collaborative will discuss both formal and informal opportunities to help prepare more girls and young women to pursue STEM careers. To register for the luncheon, contact Carol Hanley at chanley@uky.edu.

Maine Kick-Off Registration Now Open

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 15:20:02 -0700

Registration for the Maine Kick-Off Conference is now open on the NGCP event site. The Maine Girls Collaborative Project Kick-Off Conference will be held on October 10, 2008 at the University of Maine in Orono, ME.

New Press Release from the MacArthur Foundation

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:39:04 -0700

A new press release, "Major New Study Shatters Stereotypes About Teens and Video Games," reports primary survey findings regarding teen use of computer, video, and cell phone games.

Tracking the Reasons Many Girls Avoid Science and Math

Tue, 9 Sep 2008 11:37:39 -0700

A recent article from Science Daily discusses a new research team at University of Wisconsin-Madison that indicates the "self-confidence instilled by parents and teachers is more important for young girls learning math and science than their initial interest."

Women Moving Forward Survey

Thu, 4 Sep 2008 08:53:29 -0700

A group at Temple University is conducting research on women in technology-related careers, specifically with the goal of trying to create more responsible policies toward women workers, and improving the educational opportunities of girls who aspire to careers in technology-related fields. Click the link above to take the survey.

NGCP September Webcast - Sept. 10

Tue, 2 Sep 2008 10:23:19 -0700

The NGCP September Webcast, "Effective Strategies for Working with Girls in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (Part 2)," is scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, 2008 from 11 AM to 12 PM Pacific. This webcast is a follow-up event to our November 2007 webcast. We will discuss relevant research about working with girls in STEM and highlight two program models that are successfully integrating research-based strategies into their girl-serving STEM programs.

STEM Equity Pipeline Webinar

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:50:19 -0700

The STEM Equity Pipeline project is hosting a webinar on Friday, September 5, 2008 from 2 to 3 PM Eastern. The webinar, "Overview of the Five-Step Improvement Process," will provide an overview of how to conduct a performance gap analysis; identify causes for low female participation in STEM; and select strategies, models, and best practices that will increase female participation in STEM programs.

Connecticut Kick-Off Registration Now Open

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:36:48 -0700

Registration for the Connecticut Kick-Off Conference is now open on the NGCP event site. The Connecticut Girls Collaborative Kick-Off Conference: Girls in STEM will be held on October 28, 2008 at Choate Rosemary Hall in Wallingford, CT.

NCWIT Promising Practices in IT Report

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:50:58 -0700

A new report, "Evaluating Promising Practices in Informal Information Technology (IT) Education for Girls" (Phase III - Women in IT Survey Results), researched by NGCP Evaluators and produced by NCWIT and Girl Scouts of the USA, is now available to download on the NCWIT Web site. The report is Phase III of a study on what engages girls to study and work in information technology.

Florida Annual Conference Registration Now Open

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 13:49:11 -0700

Registration for the Florida Girls Collaborative Annual Conference is now open on the NGCP event site. The Florida Annual Conference will be held on October 10, 2008 at the University of Central Florida in Orlando.

Report: Not enough graduating with science, math degrees

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 12:11:58 -0700

The USA Today article published on July 15, 2008, reports that science, math, and engineering bachelor degrees granted are falling behind the 2015 target to double the number of these degrees.

NGCP E-Newsletter August 2008

Thu, 7 Aug 2008 13:28:23 -0700

NGCP September Webcast
Regional Collaboratives Kick-Off Conferences This Fall
Upcoming Events and Resources

Tennessee Kick-Off Registration Now Open

Tue, 5 Aug 2008 10:35:54 -0700

Registration for the Tennessee Kick-Off Conference is now open on the NGCP event site. The Girls Raised in Tennessee Science Kick-Off will be held on September 28, 2008 at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, TN.

Girls' and Boys' Math Performance Now Equal

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 09:34:35 -0700

A new press release from UC Berkeley reports that girls and boys performances in math are now equal based on their research of No Child Left Behind standardized test scores. The report was published in the Science magazine July 15, 2008 issue.

AAUW "Where the Girls Are" Report

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:48:19 -0700

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) recently released the report "Where the Girls Are: The Facts About Gender Equity in Education." The report presents a comprehensive look at girls' education achievement over the past 35 years.

Microsoft Expression Web Software Request

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:41:10 -0700

Microsoft has donated their Expression Web Software to NGCP to distribute to non-profit organizations working with high school girls. The software allows students to learn how to build a Web site from the ground up. Visit the link above to request the software.

Register in the NGCP Program Directory

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:20:46 -0700

The NGCP Program Directory lists organizations and programs that focus on motivating girls to pursue careers in STEM. The Directory helps organizations and individuals network, share resources, and collaborate on STEM-related projects for girls. There are currently over 770 programs in the Directory representing 47 states and the District of Columbia.

NGCP is on Facebook

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:17:16 -0700

Join the NGCP Facebook Group! Meet other people interested in NGCP, learn about NGCP events, read and post STEM-related news.

NGCP E-Newsletter July 2008

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:01:16 -0700

NGCP Updates
Mini-grants Available to Increase Girls' Interest in STEM
Regional Collaboratives Kick-Off Conferences this Fall

NGCP E-Newsletter June 2008

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:00:07 -0700

New AWE Pre-College Surveys Available
Kentucky Kick-Off Conference
North Carolina Forum

NGCP is on YouTube.com

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 10:00:14 -0700

Interested in the National Girls Collaborative Project? Tune into the short nine minute NGCP video on YouTube.