Misha Malyshev participated in a Twitter chat with the Adler Planetarium ahead of the Girls Do Hack event on 11/15. Here’s the Q/A that took place:
Let's get started! @TezaTechCompany Q1. Why is it so important to mentor young women in #STEM? #GDH2014
— Adler Planetarium (@adlerskywatch) November 13, 2014
A1: Diversifying the #STEM workforce boosts innovation and problem-solving for companies that rely on those skills. #GDH2014
— Teza Technologies (@TezaTechCompany) November 13, 2014
Great answer! @TezaTechCompany Q2. Did you benefit from a mentor/mentorship growing up? #GDH2014
— Adler Planetarium (@adlerskywatch) November 13, 2014
A2: It’s important to connect with #mentors to see what’s possible and dream big! #GDH2014 @adlerskywatch
— Teza Technologies (@TezaTechCompany) November 13, 2014
Mentoring is v important @TezaTechCompany Q3. In what ways can students benefit from working consistently with #STEM mentors? #GDH2014
— Adler Planetarium (@adlerskywatch) November 13, 2014
A3: Mentors will highlight and expose the students to the skills and curiosity required to excel in a #STEM career. #GDH2014 @adlerskywatch
— Teza Technologies (@TezaTechCompany) November 13, 2014
.@TezaTechCompany Q4. How can companies, schools, & museums provide students w/the #STEM skills and support they need to succeed? #GDH2014
— Adler Planetarium (@adlerskywatch) November 13, 2014
A4: Org #STEM programs beyond the classroom. Extracurricular activities, like @adlerskywatch’s #GDH, help spark curiosity in tech. #GDH2014
— Teza Technologies (@TezaTechCompany) November 13, 2014
Awesome! .@TezaTechCompany Q5. What actions can we take to motivate a new generation of students toward #STEM careers? #GDH2014
— Adler Planetarium (@adlerskywatch) November 13, 2014
A5: Great question! Get involved. Volunteer as a mentor or support causes like the @adlerskywatch #GDH2014 that help advance the cause.
— Teza Technologies (@TezaTechCompany) November 13, 2014
That was great! Thanks #MishaMalyshev & @TezaTechCompany for joining us & for sponsoring #GDH2014. #GDH2014 takes place on 11/15!
— Adler Planetarium (@adlerskywatch) November 13, 2014
It’s been a pleasure to sponsor #GDH for 2yrs in a row. As @AdlerPrez would say, Let’s Do Science! #science4everyone #GDH2014 @adlerskywatch
— Teza Technologies (@TezaTechCompany) November 13, 2014