Transportation YOU
Transportation YOU is a hands-on, interactive, mentoring program that offers young girls ages 13-18 an introduction to a wide variety of transportation careers.
Mission
To change the face of the transportation industry by growing the involvement and interest of girls and young women in STEM studies.
Goals
- Educate and empower girls with regard to their opportunities in the transportation industry.
- Link girls with role models through one-on-one mentorship programs.
- Provide internships and career development opportunities.
- Help girls build leadership skills and self confidence.
- Help improve STEM education programs.
- Make STEM education more accessible through scholarship opportunities.
- Build awareness of transportation as an exciting and rewarding career choice for girls.
- Contribute to the diversity and creativity of our transportation workforce.
Central PA Chapter Activities
The Central PA Chapter carries out this mission through:
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STEM Educational Programs -- such as our previous monthly program with Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania and our upcoming TYOU Club for local high school girls
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Volunteering at Community STEM Outreach events
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Participation in DiscoverE's Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
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General Promotion of STEM education for girls
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Annual STEAM Day
3rd Annual STEAM Day
The event was held on November 12th, 2024 at the PA Farm Show Complex. It was an incredible opportunity to unlock the wonders of #STEAM and explore careers with the transportation industry. The event featured guest speakers along with hands-on and interactive activities, and was featured on ABC 27 News.
There is also a STEAM Day scholarship that is available for female high school seniors that are pursuing studies in STEAM and are considering a transportation-related career. Review the attached PDF for additional information on how to apply.
Any questions, please contact Fawn Cassel [email protected].
Questions?
Contact Club Organizers
Fawn Cassel, PE
717.514.6513
[email protected]
Kimberlee Waiwada, PE, PMI-SP
717-540-2695
[email protected]