Why do we need student leaders in STEM?
Different people (not one demographic) = new ideas and more collaboration
To inspire other students and reduce isolation
To create a support system and build communities
To create a more welcoming environment to encourage conversation
To increase cultural receptiveness
To decrease racism, discrimination and prejudice
To increase accessibility of resources and services
To educate the majority
To change the culture of your discipline
To pave a pathway for minority students in doubt of pursuing a degree
To inspire and motivate each other
To show that it is possible
To shape the outlook for our communities
To spread knowledge
Role models
Challenging the norms
We are needed to inspire other individuals like us to choose STEM as a major, show them that they can & will succeed and to be an enabler for change.