11:00 am
Sun Mar 10

Science, Spice, and Everything Nice: Girls in STEM (OFFICIAL)

Fairmont Austin
101 Red River Street, Austin, TX, 78701
0.50km S

This is an official event. More info on badges, wristbands & priority access.

Fairmont

Congressional C

101 Red River.

Speakers

Sara Dietschy

Justina Nixon-Saintil

Verizon Foundation

Rowena Patrick

Ad Council

Francesca Rossi

IBM

Approximately two-thirds of girls are interested in science in fourth grade. However, something happens in middle school that leads to a sharp decline in girls' participation in STEM. This panel, featuring women who are ruling the STEM world, will dive into the importance of keeping girls engaged in STEM, the dynamic future of the brand, and re-establishing an emotional connection to rebrand STEM as cool, creative and inspiring and, ultimately, fuel the next generation of women in STEM.

Programming descriptions are generated by participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SXSW.

Primary Entry: Platinum Badge, Interactive Badge

Secondary Entry: Music Badge, Film Badge

Format: Panel

Event Type: Session

Track: Brands & Marketing

Level: Beginner