Growing the STEM Leaders of Tomorrow: STEM Forward Awards 6 STEM Scholarships to Deserving Students

Milwaukee, Wisconsin –­­ STEM Forward, Milwaukee’s leading non-profit advancing the STEM workforce through STEM education and programming, is pleased to announce the six recipients of STEM scholarships totaling $15,000!

The STEM Forward Scholarship Program, established in 1939, recognizes an outstanding high school graduating senior from southeastern Wisconsin attending a Wisconsin technical college, college, or university pursuing a degree in a STEM field in the fall of 2022.

A second award, the Elizabeth Brauer Scholarship, is designated for a female high school senior enrolled in a Milwaukee Public High School. STEM Forward recognizes that women are underrepresented in STEM-related fields and is determined to bridge the gap by offering opportunities specific to female students.

To help encourage and grow Milwaukee’s talent pipeline, STEM Forward also awards a deserving student from each of the following local higher education institutions: Marquette University, Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee School of Engineering, and the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee with a $2500 scholarship. Each recipient has demonstrated academic success in a STEM field, substantial involvement in extracurricular activities and organizations.

We are proud to announce the 2021 STEM Forward Scholarship winners:

Elizabeth Brauer High School Scholarship:  Angela Gorton
Southeastern Wisconsin High School Scholarship:  Alexandra Nines
Marquette University Robert Brauer Scholarship:  Davina Lettau
Milwaukee Area Technical College Scholarship:  Shirley Aspinall
Milwaukee School of Engineering Scholarship:  Jonathan Phung
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Scholarship:  David Adashek

To learn more about each recipient, read their bio and view their video by visiting the STEM Forward Website. To get involved and support the Scholarship Program, attend our 17^th Annual Scholarship Program Fundraiser Golf Outing on August 11, 2022, at Morningstar Golfers’ Club and become a sponsor for this fundraiser. Learn more at https://www.stemforward.org/scholarship-golf-outing-2022.

About STEM Forward
STEM Forward is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and metro Milwaukee’s leading STEM education and outreach provider. STEM Forward’s programs, events, and activities inspire local youth to pursue STEM careers and provide a talent pipeline to businesses in southeastern Wisconsin.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. It has not been verified for its accuracy or completeness.