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Artificial Intelligence: A Game-Changing Tool in the Fight Against Climate Change

POSTED ON Sep 04, 2023

Climate change is a serious challenge that requires innovative solutions. Artificial intelligence (AI) offers vast potential to tackle this issue. AI can enhance climate modeling, promote energy efficiency, transform natural resource management, promote sustain

Scholarship Opportunities for Students in Cybersecurity and STEM Majors

POSTED ON Sep 01, 2023

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) has partnered with Palo Alto Networks to offer scholarships to eligible students at HACU-member institutions. Applications will be accepted until November 1, 2023. These scholarships are available to u

Connecting Gaming to Success in STEM, Engineering Internships for Solving Healthcare Challenges

POSTED ON Aug 31, 2023

A landmark survey called "Generation M2: Media in the Lives of 8- to 18-Year-Olds" revealed that with technology allowing nearly 24-hour media access, the amount of time young people spend with entertainment media has risen dramatically, especially among minority y

Financial Wellness Tips for College Students, Present and Future

POSTED ON Aug 30, 2023

Financial illiteracy is a widespread problem in the US and other countries, affecting people of all generations. However, young people are particularly vulnerable. If you have a college-bound young person in your home, it's important to equip them with financia

Negotiating Salaries for Recent Graduates: Valuable Guidance from Hispanic Engineer Magazine

POSTED ON Aug 29, 2023

According to a recent survey by Indeed Careers, only 19% of people feel adequately compensated for their work. This lack of pay satisfaction can lead to negative feelings and unhappiness on the job. Read more in Hispanic Engineer magazine. To improve your jo

Internships are crucial for college students as they prepare for future endeavors

POSTED ON Aug 28, 2023

Employers are planning to hire 14.7 percent more new graduates from the Class of 2023 than the Class of 2022, according to a report by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). Half of the employers who responded to NACE's Job Outlook 2023 repo

HSIs are preparing the next generation of STEM leaders

POSTED ON Aug 25, 2023

Recently, three interns from the University of Texas System were showcased. Cody Garcia worked as a human resources business partner intern for Talent and Innovation, while majoring in business administration at UT Rio Grande Valley. Luis Carillo also majored i

Research Internship program trains participants in industry-relevant research projects

POSTED ON Aug 24, 2023

The ATE program of the National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education is focused on supporting the education of technicians for high-tech fields in two-year institutions of higher education, driving America's economy. The MUREP program of NASA's M

Cal State Universities Receive Funding and Opportunities for STEM and Career Development Programs

POSTED ON Aug 23, 2023

Cal State LA has been granted $750,000 by the U.S. Department of Energy to provide STEM students with more opportunities in research and training for energy and climate issues. Both undergraduate and graduate students at the university can conduct research on-s

Florida Universities Offer Opportunities for Experiential Learning Beyond the Classroom

POSTED ON Aug 22, 2023

On August 21, 2023, Florida International University welcomed over 5,000 first-time students and thousands more returning students for the fall semester. It was a day of new beginnings for many at the campus. Florida International University hosts an Internshi

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