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Throughout this virtual conference, we will hear from amazing women in STEM. You will learn about their challenges and accomplishments. You will hear about everything that they’ve done so far in their careers that has led them to this moment. It’s also a tradition to present cool things you didn’t know about the honorees. This year’s list of people we get to know a little better includes winners from professional achievement, outstanding technical contribution, community service, and other categories. They talk about their STEM inspirations and share some fun facts. Here are a few of your 2020 Women of Color STEM Virtual Conference awardees with a few tips to help us Reset and Rise.
MS. SHERONDA JEFFRIES Technical Leader Quality Engineering Cisco
registration taunted me. He said that if I really enjoyed mathematics, then I should consider changing my major to electrical engineering, but since I was a girl, I probably wouldn’t do it. I changed my major to electrical engineering right then and there. That young man is now the chancellor at NC A&T State University, and I thank him for daring me to pursue a career in STEM. Favorite Book: The Bluest Eye
YEVETTE R. BRATTEN Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, & Chief Security Officer DigiFlight, Inc. STEM Inspiration: What inspired you to pursue a STEM career? When I arrived at NC A&T State University, I planned to major in accounting. However, a young man who was assisting me with 14
My Biggest Challenge: My biggest challenge was [learning to] balancing work, life, and family. Also, learning to stand tall and do the dance when you’re the only minority [in] a room. This confidence has
WOMEN OF COLOR STEM CONFERENCE: A Multicultural Event
helped mold me into the woman I am today. Advice for Students: Dream big or go home. Try everything and do what feels good to you. Because if you do what you love, you’re going to be great at it. Never let someone tell you, “you can’t!” The greatest part of being an American is “I CAN”! Learn your craft from cradle to grave.
