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Program teaches 112 high school girls about succeeding in STEM professions

On April 9, 112 high school girls interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) careers from 16 Milwaukee-area schools had the opportunity to engage with and learn from successful women in a variety of STEM professions.

This Prep-Pro (Preparing to be a Professional) Workshop was designed by the Engaging Girls in Science Initiative (EgGS), a self-funded, nonprofit program offering networking and programming opportunities for Milwaukee-area high school students. This program brings girls and professional women together to discuss what it takes to succeed in fields traditionally dominated by men.

The event, sponsored by Waukesha Metal Products, Sussex, Wis., included roundtable discussions and a breakout session on networking skills. Overall the focus was on nontechnical skills essential to a student’s long-term success.