Transportation YOU
Transportation YOU is a hands-on, interactive, mentoring program that offers young girls ages 13-18 an introduction to a wide variety of transportation careers.
Mission
To change the face of the transportation industry by growing the involvement and interest of girls and young women in STEM studies.
Goals
- Educate and empower girls with regard to their opportunities in the transportation industry.
- Link girls with role models through one-on-one mentorship programs.
- Provide internships and career development opportunities.
- Help girls build leadership skills and self confidence.
- Help improve STEM education programs.
- Make STEM education more accessible through scholarship opportunities.
- Build awareness of transportation as an exciting and rewarding career choice for girls.
- Contribute to the diversity and creativity of our transportation workforce.
Central PA Chapter Activities
The Central PA Chapter carries out this mission through:
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STEM Educational Programs -- such as our previous monthly program with Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania and our upcoming TYOU Club for local high school girls
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Volunteering at Community STEM Outreach events
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Participation in DiscoverE's Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
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General Promotion of STEM education for girls
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Annual STEAM Day
2nd Annual STEAM Day – Registration OPEN
Registration is officially open! The event is being held on November 14th, 2023 at the PA Farm Show Complex. This is an incredible opportunity to unlock the wonders of #STEAM and explore careers with the transportation industry.
Register to secure your spot 2nd Annual STEAM Day Registration Form (office.com)
- Who can attend: Females in grades 9-12
- Registration is FREE
- Registration deadline is October 20th.
The event features guest speakers along with hands-on and interactive activities.
Any questions, please contact Fawn Cassel [email protected] or Kimberlee Waiwada [email protected].
Questions?
Contact Club Organizers
Fawn Cassel, PE
717.514.6513
[email protected]
Kimberlee Waiwada, PE, PMI-SP
717-540-2695
[email protected]