U.S. Rep. John Carter and Texas State University President Denise M. Trauth will attend STEM-For-All speaker series April 19 to announce a $1 million grant to the Round Rock STEM-for-All Partnership and Research Initiative.
The STEM-For-All speaker series presentation by Michael Mileski, associate professor in the School of Health Administration, “What Everyone Needs to Know About the Aging American Population,” will be held immediately following Rep. Carter’s announcement. The event is free and open to the public.
According to Texas State University, the STEM-for-All program is a public/private initiative that combines a workforce research initiative with a well-integrated portfolio of STEM engagement and educator professional development opportunities for learners of all ages. Research data will be collected and analyzed from area employers and education providers concerning current and future workforce needs to identify gaps and to promote collaborative planning to better meet local needs.
Carter’s announcement is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at the Avery Building Teaching Theater on the Round Rock campus.