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STEM NOLA to Host STEM Saturday: “Saving Our City” Focused on Levees, Water and Environmental Resilience on September 26
STEM NOLA to Host STEM Saturday: “Saving Our City” Focused on Levees, Water and Environmental Resilience on September 26 Free, hands-on STEM experience will give K-12 students an opportunity to explore how engineering helps protect New Orleans from flooding and...
STEM Gulf Coast to Host STEM Saturday Focused on “Hydraulics and Simple Machines” on September 19, 2026
STEM Gulf Coast to Host STEM Saturday Focused on "Hydraulics and Simple Machines” on September 19, 2026Hands-On STEM Experience for K-12 Students to discover the science behind hydraulics and simple machines Gulfport, MS — STEM Gulf Coast, is excited to present STEM...
STEM Baton Rouge and Southern University to Host FREE STEM Game Day STEM Fest on Saturday, September 19
STEM Baton Rouge and Southern University to Host FREE STEM Game Day STEM Fest on Saturday, September 19 Hands-On STEM Experiences for K–12 Students to Explore, Build, Create, and Discover the Exciting World of STEM BATON ROUGE, LA — STEM Baton Rouge | STEM Global...
STEM NOLA ANNOUNCES SECOND ANNUAL JEFFERSON PARISH STEM FEST
STEM NOLA ANNOUNCES SECOND ANNUAL JEFFERSON PARISH STEM FEST Free STEM Fest returns to Jefferson Parish following a successful 2025 inaugural event and marks STEM NOLA’s first-ever STEM Fest on the Westbank NEW ORLEANS, LA — Following the tremendous response to last...
As SpaceX Brings the Future of Aerospace to Louisiana, STEM NOLA Has Been Preparing the Next Generation for More Than a Decade
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Mia AugillardDirector of CommunicationsSTEM NOLA | STEM Global Actionmaugillard@stemnola.com As SpaceX Brings the Future of Aerospace to Louisiana, STEM NOLA Has Been Preparing the Next Generation for More Than a Decade New...
STEM Gulf Coast to Host STEM Fest in Gulfport on August 22, 2026 Offering Hands-On STEM Experiences
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Mia AugillardDirector of Communications STEM NOLA | STEM Global Actionmaugillard@stemnola.com STEM Gulf Coast to Host STEM Fest in Gulfport on August 22, 2026 Offering Hands-On STEM Experiences Hands-On STEM Experiences for K–12...
STEM Baton Rouge to Host STEM Saturday Focused on “Hydraulics and Simple Machines” on August 22, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Mia AugillardDirector of Communications STEM NOLA | STEM Global Actionmaugillard@stemnola.com STEM Baton Rouge to Host STEM Saturday Focused on "Hydraulics and Simple Machines” on August 22, 2026 Hands-On STEM Experience for K-12...
Meta Presents FREE STEM Fest in Rayville on August 15, 2026 Offering Hands-On STEM Experiences with STEM Global Action
NEW ORLEANS, LA — July 29, 2026 — STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action has announced the appointment of a new Director of Communications, Mia Augillard.
STEM NOLA Partners with Atmos Energy for “The Science of Natural Gas” STEM Day on August 11, 2026
NEW ORLEANS, LA — July 29, 2026 — STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action has announced the appointment of a new Director of Communications, Mia Augillard.
STEM NOLA to Host “The Force of Friction” STEM Saturday on August 8, 2026
NEW ORLEANS, LA — July 29, 2026 — STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action has announced the appointment of a new Director of Communications, Mia Augillard.
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action Announces New Director of Communications
NEW ORLEANS, LA — July 29, 2026 — STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action has announced the appointment of a new Director of Communications, Mia Augillard.
Dr. Calvin Mackie Honored as a 2026 Legend of Louisiana for Advancing STEM Education and Contributions to His State and 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 prestigious award recognizes individuals making significant contributions to the culture, history, and development of the state of Louisiana. At the celebratory gala, family, friends, colleagues, and civic leaders honored Dr. Mackie, reflecting on his incredible journey from a Black, working-class community to a globally recognized advocate for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education.
Dr. 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 the milestone celebration, Xavier University also awarded Dr. Mackie an honorary doctorate in Humane Letters, recognizing his relentless dedication to education, equity, and community service.
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...
Dr. Calvin Mackie Receives 2025 ASME Ralph Coats Roe Medal
NEW ORLEANS, LA—President Joe Biden has awarded STEM NOLA the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). The New Orleans-based non-profit is a national leader in breaking down racial, ethnic, and gender barriers in teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to K-12 students.
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action Announces New Chief of Staff
NEW ORLEANS, LA—President Joe Biden has awarded STEM NOLA the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). The New Orleans-based non-profit is a national leader in breaking down racial, ethnic, and gender barriers in teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to K-12 students.
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...
Myles Mackie: A Remarkable Story about Mastering STEM to Make a Difference
NEW ORLEANS, LA—President Joe Biden has awarded STEM NOLA the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). The New Orleans-based non-profit is a national leader in breaking down racial, ethnic, and gender barriers in teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to K-12 students.
Bridging Education, Workforce Development, & Economic Prosperity
In the first six months of 2025, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 18,995 students across 7 states—empowering the next generation of innovators, creators, makers and entrepreneurs through hands-on STEM activities.
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 19K K-12th graders in first half of 2025
In the first six months of 2025, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 18,995 students across 7 states—empowering the next generation of innovators, creators, makers and entrepreneurs through hands-on STEM activities.
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