National Medals

We're excited to share that our third-party program evaluation with WestEd for the 2025-2026 academic year is complete! 🎉 WestEd is an independent research organization that evaluates inSTEM each year, and their findings continue to show the impact our program has on Scholars.

HU Scholars, thank you for joining us at the inSTEM Howard Mixer! 🎉 Our Howard Scholars came together for an evening of dinner, free professional headshots, and a fun round of games with prizes, all with the NSTMF team.

inSTEM Insights: Jason Moseley Part two with Jason, Cal State East Bay inSTEM Scholar! Not every part of the college journey is easy, and that's okay. As Jason said, "it's not about how you fall, it's about how you get up and move on to the next thing."

inSTEM Insights: Anabelle, Lourenco Part 2 with Anabelle, inSTEM Coach at Cal State East Bay! Many of Anabelle’s first-generation Scholars at Cal State East Bay have the drive but not always a clear roadmap. inSTEM’s individualized mentorship gives them the guidance to thrive.

Another successful inSTEM orientation in the books! 🎉 On Sept. 16th, our UTA Scholars kicked off the program with a day full of icebreakers, hands-on activities, and plenty of time to connect with their cohort over dinner. We can't wait to see what this cohort accomplishes!

inSTEM Insights: Jason Moseley Meet Jason, inSTEM Scholar at Cal State East Bay! Once Jason saw what inSTEM offered (mentorship, networking, a stipend), he was all in. What started as curiosity turned into something he calls one of the greatest blessings of his college career.

inSTEM Insights: Anabelle Lourenco Meet Anabelle, inSTEM Coach at Cal State East Bay! She's helped and watched students build the confidence that helps them thrive in their personal and professional lives. We're so grateful for coaches like Anabelle!

CSUEB Scholars, welcome to inSTEM! The NSTMF welcomed our newest cohort and returning Scholars during the inSTEM orientation. Our cohort spent the day getting to know one another, hearing from staff, and testing their knowledge with some interactive Q&A (prizes included)! 🙌

inSTEM Insights Series: Andris Weaver Part two with Andris, inSTEM Scholar at UTA! As a first-generation college student without family connections to navigate the process, Andris shares how having a mentor opened doors he didn't have access to otherwise.

inSTEM Insights Series: Prerna Bhargava Part two with Prerna, Senior Project Manager at MIT and inSTEM mentor! Prerna reflects on the role mentors play in shaping a career; not just professionally, but as a whole person navigating the hard decisions that come after school.

inSTEM Insights Series: Andris Weaver Meet Andris, inSTEM Scholar Class of 2026, at the University of Texas at Arlington! As Andris puts it, even one mentor can help you grow faster, so getting four felt almost unimaginable! Learn more about inSTEM: nationalmedals.org/instem-me…

inSTEM Insights Series: Prerna Bhargava We're kicking off our inSTEM Insights video series with Prerna, Senior Project Manager at MIT and inSTEM mentor! Thank you, Prerna, for showing up for our Scholars! Apply to become a mentor: nationalmedals.typeform.com/…

Today, we're celebrating Gale Fernow for Mentor Spotlight! For over 3 years, Gale has been instrumental to the inSTEM Program. She's passionate about being part of a Scholar's support system, offering guidance when things get tough. Become a mentor: nationalmedals.typeform.com/…

Hello Maverick family! Applications for inSTEM at UT Arlington for the 26-27 academic year are now closed. Application decisions will be released from Sept. 4th to Sept. 11th, so make sure to keep an eye out. Thank you to all of those who applied!

Hello California State University - East Bay students! Applications for inSTEM at CSUEB for the 26-27 academic year are open! Please note that all applications to join a cohort at CSUEB are due September 7th. Apply Today: nationalmedals.org/instem-ap…

Congratulations to inSTEM Scholar Kritazya Upreti (UTA-27) & Suyog Neupane on 1st Place in the @AcadofInventors GenSpiration Competition! Their pneumatic wrist exoskeleton supports recovery/mobility for stroke survivors & those w/ neurological disorders. ow.ly/T7Gm50Z9yeY

We are deeply saddened to share that renowned mathematician Richard A. Tapia has passed away at 87. Tapia made legendary achievements in mathematics and was a fierce advocate for underrepresented groups in STEM. His legacy will continue to inspire others for years to come.

We’re always excited to welcome new mentors to the inSTEM program! Thank you, Stacey York, for joining us and supporting the next generation of STEM leaders! Apply to become an inSTEM mentor! nationalmedals.typeform.com/… #STEM #STEMed #Mentorship

A huge thank you to inSTEM mentor Adrianna Bankston for writing an article about inSTEM in Inside Higher Education! We felt so honored to have one of our mentors highlighting the program. Read the article here: bit.ly/42L7cFX #inSTEM #HigherEd #Mentorsip #STEM

Our Conference Mini-Grants in action! 📸 We’re kicking off May by celebrating our Scholars and Alumni who attended professional conferences in April! Invest in a Scholar's future today. nationalmedals.org/donate/ #inSTEM #STEM #GivingBack #NonProfit