STEM-UP Network

Awareness is a key step toward equity. 💡

In STEM careers, pay equity is still evolving across the U.S. Women currently earn about 80–85¢ for every $1 earned by men, with differences that vary by field and career stage. Research shows the gap is often smaller early in careers and tends to widen over time, reflecting differences in advancement pathways and representation at senior levels.

These patterns point to clear opportunities to strengthen equity, so talent, contribution, and opportunity are aligned at every stage of a career.

Awareness is where change begins, and persistence, visibility, and progress continue to move it forward.

Women in STEM roles have grown from 24% to 35% over the past decade, a powerful shift that reflects momentum, persistence, and progress.

And while that growth is worth celebrating, it’s also a reminder of what’s still possible. The future of STEM is being shaped right now by more women, in more fields, solving bigger challenges than ever before. 💜✨

This Memorial Day, we honor the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Their courage and dedication inspire us to continue building a future where every girl can dream boldly, break barriers, and lead confidently in STEM.✨

Success in STEM isn’t achieved alone. 💜

81% of women say support from other women is essential to succeeding in the workplace, and mentorship creates impact on both sides. When women uplift, guide, and encourage one another, everyone grows stronger.

Today, we celebrate the International Day of Light and the bright minds who are helping shape the future through science, technology, innovation, and discovery. 💡

Women in STEM continue to break barriers, inspire new ideas, and light the way for the next generation of leaders and changemakers. When we create opportunities, encourage curiosity, and support one another, possibilities grow even brighter.

Here’s to the thinkers, builders, innovators, and problem-solvers making an impact every day. ✨

Science is stronger when more voices are part of it, and women have always been part of discovery, even when they haven’t been equally seen in it. From research labs to field studies to groundbreaking innovation, women are shaping the questions being asked and the answers being found.

As we look ahead, expanding who gets to participate in science isn’t just important; it’s essential to what comes next. More perspectives lead to deeper understanding, bigger ideas, and breakthroughs that reach further.

Here’s to the women pushing science forward every day, and to the future we build when everyone has the opportunity to explore, discover, and lead. 🔬✨

A big thank you to Rebekah Harriger, M.A. for sharing such a refreshing perspective on networking.

From meaningful connections to intentional growth, this session reminded us that opportunity often begins with how we show up for one another.

⚡ LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!

Join us tomorrow with Rebekah Harriger, M.A., Director of Alumni Engagement at Elizabethtown College, for a fresh take on networking.

Move beyond transactional connections and focus on building relationships that open doors over time. No matter where you are in your career, you’ll gain simple, practical ways to grow your network with intention - and strengthen your impact along the way.

📅 Date: May 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM (EST)
🔗 Register here: https://loom.ly/s870JrE

Women are shaping the future of STEM every day, but the numbers show there’s still a gap to close.

Today, about 1 in 4 STEM workers in the U.S. are women. Progress is real, but so is the opportunity ahead.

This isn’t just a statistic; it’s a reminder of what’s possible when more voices, ideas, and perspectives are part of discovery, innovation, and problem-solving.

The future of STEM is being built now, and there’s space for more women to lead it, create it, and redefine it. 💡