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STEM NOLA is a national leader in the design and delivery of STEM-based activities, programs and events to K-12 students, families and communities.

Participants in STEM NOLA programs receive a unique interactive, hands-on learning experience that allows learners of all ages to deepen their knowledge in STEM studies, gain confidence in their abilities and chart a course for career opportunities in STEM fields.

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Topics and subject areas include coding, AI, robotics, chemistry & biology, environmental science, and more!

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Dr. Calvin Mackie Honored as a 2026 Legend of Louisiana for Advancing STEM Education and Contributions to His State and Community

Jun 23, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2026 Contact:Michael K. FrisbyMike@frisbyassociates.com/202-625-4328 CALVIN MACKIE HONORED AS A 2026 LEGEND OF LOUISIANA FOR ADVANCING STEM EDUCATION AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO HIS STATE & COMMUNITY NEW ORLEANS, LA – Dr. Calvin Mackie, a visionary engineer, educator, and founder of STEM NOLA and STEM Global Action, was named a 2026 Louisiana Legend by the Friends of Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB). This...

Dr. Calvin Mackie Delivers Powerful Commencement Address at Xavier University, Receives Honorary Doctorate

Jun 23, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2026 Contact:Michael K. Frisby Mike@frisbyassociates.com/202-625-4328 CALVIN MACKIE DELIVERS POWERFUL COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS AT XAVIER UNIVERSITY, RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE NEW ORLEANS, LA - Dr. Calvin Mackie, founder and CEO of STEM Global Action, delivered a deeply emotional and energetic commencement address to the graduates of the Xavier University of Louisiana Graduate Programs and College of Pharmacy. During...

New Orleans Teenager Who Read Street Signs as a Toddler and Joined MENSA at Age 4 Heads to Howard University—On Her Own Terms, with Her Own Vision of the Future

Jun 23, 2026

Before she could walk steadily, Anala Beevers could read. Riding down the interstate one afternoon, strapped into her car seat at 15 months old, she looked out the window and announced, "West Baton Rouge." Little Anala stunned her parents. "My husband and I were like, wait, did she just say West Baton Rouge?" recalls Sabrina Beevers, her mother and a registered nurse of 27 years. "That's kind of when we noticed that she was really gifted."...

Our Programs

Through a network of school-time, out-of-school programs, community-based groups, parent organizations, businesses and STEM professional organizations, STEM NOLA leads the way to identify common measures for high-quality STEM programs.

Inspire

We inspire youth to develop an interest in STEM-based learning activities and value the opportunities and possibilities of STEM-based careers.

Engage

Our programs are designed to engage directly with students and meet their needs where they are best able to learn including at home, in school and in their communities.

Expose

We expose students to high-quality STEM programs and a network of like-minded peers and professionals where they benefit from camaraderie as well as expertise from scientists and engineers as mentors.

Over the past 12 years we have impacted over:

K-12 Students

Schools

Families

College Students

Community & Professional Volunteers

Frequently Asked Questions about STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action

In an ever-evolving world, the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education cannot be overstated. STEM NOLA and STEM Global Action are at the forefront of this movement, striving to inspire and empower the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.

Through hands-on experiences and community-based programming, we aim to make STEM accessible to all children, particularly those in under-resourced communities. Our work also plays a crucial role in workforce and economic development, helping to create a skilled workforce that drives innovation and growth.

Here are some frequently asked questions to help you better understand our mission and initiatives.

Q&A: Understanding STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action

Why Supporting STEM NOLA Matters

Whether a young person wants to one day hold a successful job in STEM, or dreams of pushing the boundaries of innovation, it all starts with three phases of talent development: exposure, education, and connection. STEM NOLA embodies a life-long commitment to ensuring that all children have access to STEM learning opportunities that allow them to be the architects, innovators, makers and inventors of the future.

2022 Case for Support

STEM Education and Opportunity for All

STEM skills are in high demand in today’s rapidly changing world. These skills are –and will continue to be– the tools necessary to address the complex challenges of today and tomorrow. Unfortunately, many students from minority and low-income communities have been underserved in STEM education and underrepresented in STEM careers.

STEM NOLA is committed to eliminating this disparity by expanding high-quality STEM education and opportunities to all students, regardless of their race, socioeconomic status or zip code. We offer an array of cost-free programs for students designed to build interest and knowledge in STEM at all ages and experience levels to develop a diverse STEM-literate workforce.