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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
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,...
Dr. Calvin Mackie Delivers Powerful Commencement Address at Xavier University, Receives Honorary Doctorate
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...
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
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...
Dr. Calvin Mackie Receives 2025 ASME Ralph Coats Roe Medal
NEW ORLEANS, LA — The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has named Dr. Calvin Mackie, Founder and CEO of STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action, the 2025 recipient of the ASME Ralph Coats Roe Medal — one of the most distinguished honors in the field of engineering. The award recognizes...
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action Announces New Chief of Staff
NEW ORLEANS (press release) — STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action has announced the appointment of Angèle McClain as Chief of Staff & Special Assistant to the CEO. A native of New Orleans and a longstanding member of the STEM NOLA family, McClain’s journey is a powerful testament to the...
STEM NOLA’S ROCKET DAY ENGAGES OVER 500 PEOPLE FOR ANNUAL EVENT
In partnership with Boeing, this year’s STEM NOLA Rocket Day brought together more than 550 students, families, and volunteers for a thrilling day of rocket building, STEM exploration, and hands-on learning guided by Boeing engineers supporting the NASA - National Aeronautics and Space...
Myles Mackie: A Remarkable Story about Mastering STEM to Make a Difference
Myles with his proud Mom and Dad, Tracy and Calvin, at his graduation from Howard University in the SpringAs a college student, Myles Mackie spent a summer researching the effects of free stream turbulence on low-speed airfoils at the DEVCOM Army Research Labs, another helping design a user...
Bridging Education, Workforce Development, & Economic Prosperity
Jim Pittman Chief Communications Officer, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action The Collaborative Power of STEM NOLA & the Mayor's Summer Youth Program (MSYEP) In an era where technology is shaping every facet of our economy, the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)...
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 19K K-12th graders in first half of 2025
Jim Pittman Chief Communications Officer, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action Empowering and inspiring 18,995 future innovators across 7 states with hands-on STEM activities In the first six months of 2025, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 18,995 students across 7 states—empowering the next...
STEM NOLA Receives Prestigious Presidential Award For Excellence In Mentoring STEM Students
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 15, 2025 Contact: Jim Pittman504-583-5862/jpittman@stemnola.com STEM NOLA RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS PRESIDENTIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN MENTORING STEM STUDENTS NEW ORLEANS, LA—President Joe Biden has awarded STEM NOLA the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in...
STEM NOLA celebrates six Fellows advancing in the National STEM Challenge
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New Orleans, LA – STEM NOLA is proud to announce that six students from our STEM Fellows program have been selected to advance in the prestigious 2025 National STEM Challenge presented by EXPLR. This incredible achievement is a testament to the dedication, creativity, and...
STEM Saturday Ignites Curiosity and Fun with Special Guest U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D.
160 students and 37 volunteers registered for "The Power of Chemistry," presented by STEM Baton Rouge - with 68% of K-12 students qualifying for the Free/Reduced Lunch Program. On Saturday, November 23, 2024, STEM Baton Rouge hosted an extraordinary STEM Saturday at the Louisiana Key Academy Baton...
Frequently Asked Questions about STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action
Q&A: Understanding STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action Unlocking the Future Through STEM Education 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,...
STEM Engagement Highlights from the National Urban League’s 34th Annual Youth Leadership Summit 2024
STEM NOLA's "The Physics of Sound" exposed, engaged and inspired participants in hands-on learning. This week, Xavier University of Louisiana became the epicenter of innovation and leadership as it hosted the 34th Annual National Urban League's Youth Leadership Summit 2024. This year’s summit,...
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action expose, engage, and inspire a future workforce
Dr. Calvin Mackie's vision and commitment to education and economic prosperity through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics In the bustling streets of New Orleans, amidst the vibrant culture and rich history, a movement is underway, one that's not only transforming the lives of its...
Microsoft, NFL hosts educational STEM event for Dillard University students
Author: Whitney Miller / WWL LouisianaPublished: 10:21 PM CST February 20, 2024Updated: 10:21 PM CST February 20, 2024 NEW ORLEANS — Fifty lucky students at Dillard University got a big surprise on Tuesday. Brand new Laptop Go 3’s. Microsoft distributed them as a donation to help tackle the...
Two STEM NOLA Fellows Selected as Champions of National STEM Challenge
Champions will travel to National STEM Festival in AprilNew Orleans, LA - STEM NOLA is honored to announce that two STEM NOLA Fellows have been selected as Champions of the National STEM Challenge. Naya Ellis, 9th Grader at John F. Kennedy High SchoolNaya created WingItt, an affordable watch that...
Three STEM NOLA Fellows Advance as Finalists in National STEM Challenge
Three local schools represented by STEM FellowsNew Orleans, LA - STEM NOLA is thrilled to announce the outstanding achievement of three STEM Fellows who have advanced to the final round of the National STEM Challenge. The exceptional projects that secured their advancement are as follows:...
Calvin Mackie Honored as Recipient for Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications
Award Given by the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine, in partnership with Schmidt FuturesSTEM NOLA, flagship affiliate of STEM Global Action, is excited to share that Dr. Calvin Mackie, our Founder and CEO, has been selected as one of the esteemed recipients of the Eric and...
Jimmie’s Journey: Angel Tree, STEM Global Action team up
by Jimmie AggisonSEPTEMBER 25, 2023 On Saturday I attended a STEM camp hosted by STEM Global Action at the Buffalo Soldiers Museum. STEM Global Action first began as STEM Global Action, a non-profit organization founded by Dr. Calvin Mackey, a former Tulane professor from New Orleans. After...
Photos: Students learn about levees and the environment with STEM NOLA and partners
By SOPHIA GERMER | Staff photographer Sep 9, 2023 About 215 students between grades K-12 got into small groups and learned about levees and the environment. They made mini levees and used sponges to learn about how wetlands work. Six teens competed in 2 groups in a levee building competition...
TechMGM Launches I-85 STEM Learning Ecosystem to Support Regional Education Opportunities
Hadley Hitson, Montgomery AdvertiserSeptember 7, 2023 Montgomery-area industry, government and education leaders launched one of Alabama’s first regional STEM ecosystems on Saturday with a celebration at the Cramton Bowl Multiplex. More than 850 kids registered for the TechMGM event where they...
“The Eduvangelist:” Calvin Mackie is a Fire and Brimstone Preacher for STEM Education
BY ANTHONY McAULEY | Staff writer Calvin Mackie arrived for breakfast at the Mid-City Ruby Slipper one recent Saturday morning wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the logo of STEM NOLA and donning a Morehouse College cap. He apologized for running a few minutes late and explains that he'd just run...
STEM NOLA Teaches Kids About Our Levee System
Author: wwltv.com Published: 10:44 AM CDT September 6, 2023 Updated: 10:44 AM CDT September 6, 2023
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