STEM Stories

Summer is winding down, and as the school year begins, it’s time to get the gears turning for an amazing year of learning! Fall in Utah is one of the...

Written by Kathryn Peterson, Utah Department of Cultural and Community Engagement The future of Utah’s workforce isn’t built in a single classroom, but it often starts in one. Every time...

Ansh is a high school sophomore with strong interests in STEM, particularly physics and computer science. He enjoys working on hands-on projects including coding projects and physics labs that deepen...

While visiting Hawthorn Academy South Campus, a new Platinum STEM School for the 25-26 school year, we were treated to a showcase. When we visit a school as part of...

Ben, a mySTEM Scholar, is currently a senior in high school and on track to graduate this May while also earning his associate’s degree from Utah Valley University. He is...

mySTEM scholar Cash is an 8th grader who loves learning new things, helping his community, and exploring the wonders of numbers and math. Cash stays actively involved in his community...

Adwita, an 8th-grade student, has been engaged in competitive math since first grade. She is passionate about exploring all branches of STEM to develop a well-rounded, interdisciplinary STEM identity, one...

MySTEM student Josephine is a freshman in high school who centered her Action Plan on establishing a Women in STEM club at her school. With support from her mentor, the...

Bella is a senior who is passionate about community service and continuous professional growth. As an active member of the Boy Scouts of America and the mySTEM program, she exemplifies...

mySTEM Scholar Treesa Anil is a freshman with a strong passion for STEM. At just 14 years old, Treesa is pursuing a medical pathway, driven by her interest in working...

About Tim: In my role at Chevron’s Salt Lake Refinery, I work as a Piping Designer, responsible for creating designs for piping systems within the facility. I develop plans and...

Summer has arrived, and that means the kiddos are out of school and ready for some sunny, memory-making adventures! Whether you’re hanging out at home or exploring the great outdoors,...