Thanks for the fiber optics, Shirley! Four inventions (and one inventor) we’re thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving! Among the many STEM inventions that have made our world a better place are a few made possible by Shirley Jackson, the high-tech trailblazing woman whose breakthrough scientific research enabled others to invent and improve technologies like the […]
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Student’s View: A Last-Minute Field Trip, a Lasting Love of Biology
“I’m really interested in biology; I find it mysterious.” Nancy K. is a former TAME club member who is now a biology major at the University of Texas at Austin. She still enjoys hanging out with her friends. How did you hear about TAME? I got involved with TAME in 7th grade when a math […]
October 2014: Explore Computer Science With TAME
Explore Computer Science with TAME! Computer scientists do much more than design video games and software. They create technology to explore the universe, fix everyday problems, and invent the future. This month, we celebrate a pioneer in computer science on Ada Lovelace Day, welcome a computer science teacher to the TAME board, and point […]
Employer’s View: Why Does Kyle Ray Support TAME?
“Especially in an industry that is constantly on the forefront of innovation, having a team that can approach a problem from many different angles is invaluable.” Kyle Ray is an engineer who has served on the TAME Board and is currently employed with the Bank of Montreal. Why do you support TAME? I first became […]
September 2014: Back to School Icebreakers and More
Welcome Back! We’re excited to kick off another school year with a wonderful group of teachers from across Texas. As you explore the world of STEM with your students, TAME supports you with ideas for classroom icebreakers, low-investment science experiments, community activities, professional development opportunities, and more. Here are a few easy steps to […]
Volunteer’s View: Out of the Box and Shaping the Future
“I was really proud to be a part of the TAME effort, to encourage kids when they’re young and possibly be a part of a memory that influenced their moving along in a good direction.” John L. is a Boeing employee who recently shared his STEM expertise as a volunteer docent on the Trailblazer. What’s […]