🌟 Ambassador Spotlight #4: Arian Perez Ramos 🌟 Great Minds in STEM is proud to highlight Arian Perez Ramos, a Systems Engineering graduate student at The University of Texas at El Paso and a passionate advocate for student leadership, innovation, and academic excellence. 🚀 Originally from the Presidio, Texas / Ojinaga, Mexico border region, Arian has built an impressive STEM journey that includes earning his B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Magna Cum Laude), becoming a Harvard Business School SVMP alumnus, and receiving recognition as a multi-year GMiS Scholar and UTEP Hawkins Scholarship recipient. His professional experiences span research and industry, including work on AI hardware security and internships with leading organizations such as Lockheed Martin, RTX Collins Aerospace, and IBM, where he currently serves as a Graduate Hardware Test Engineering Intern. Beyond engineering, Arian is a dedicated home coffee barista, anime enthusiast, and collector of unique coffee mugs and socks. ☕ As a former Collegiate Senator representing more than 5,000 engineering students, Arian remains committed to supporting and uplifting others while pursuing solutions that strengthen the resilience and security of tomorrow’s technologies. Thank you, Arian, for representing the spirit of leadership, service, and innovation that defines the GMiS community! 💙 #GMiS #STEMLeaders #FutureInnovators #SystemsEngineering #ElectricalEngineering #UTEP #EngineeringLeadership #FutureSTEMLeaders #STEMCommunity

Next on our Conference Ambassador Highlight series, Great Minds in STEM is proud to highlight Omar Navar, a Computer Information Systems student with a Cybersecurity option at California State University, Los Angeles. 🔐💻 Driven by a lifelong passion for technology, Omar has focused his academic and professional journey on cybersecurity, digital forensics, and blue team operations. This summer, he will continue building his experience as a Cybersecurity Intern at Raytheon. 🚀 Some of Omar's accomplishments include: 🎓2025 GMiS STEM Scholar 🛡️Incoming Cybersecurity Intern at Raytheon 🤝Active member and mentor in the Mission X Cybersecurity Club 🏆Participant in cybersecurity competitions and Capture-the-Flag (CTF) challenges When he's not studying cybersecurity, Omar enjoys working on his homelab, helping fellow students prepare for technical challenges, spending time with family and friends, exploring hiking trails, and catching the latest movies. Looking ahead, Omar hopes to build a career in the aerospace or government sector, specializing in cybersecurity compliance and digital forensics while pursuing a graduate degree in cybersecurity or information systems. Thank you, Omar, for representing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and STEM leaders! 🌟 #GMiS #Cybersecurity #STEMLeaders #FutureInnovators #CybersecurityStudent #STEMCommunity #FutureSTEMLeaders #ComputerInformationSystems

This energy? It's not going anywhere. The competition. The crowd. The moment a robot does exactly what a student spent weeks designing it to do. That's still happening. And we'll be right there for all of it. zurl.co/N6UAO @adventistrobotics @NADadventist @BarelyAdventist #AdventistRobotics #RoboticsCompetition #STEMCommunity #FIRSTRobotics #ChristianSTEM #AdventistEducation #FloridaConference #FloridaConferenceofSDA #ChristianEducation #morethanrobots

Follow along throughout June as we spotlight 2SLGBTQI voices shaping STEM and science education. #PrideMonth #LGBTQinSTEM #DiversityInSTEM #STEMEducation #STAO #EquityInEducation #RepresentationMatters #STEMCommunity #InspiringLeaders #EducationMatters #ScienceEducation

Students from nearby Technische Hochschule Rosenheim recently explored Qorvo’s Nuremberg site. Providing an inside look at real tech production for the next generation of engineers is something we’re always proud to support. #TechCareers #STEMCommunity #LearningInAction

📣 Calling STEM Professionals: Become a GMiS Scholarship Reviewer! 🎓 Great Minds in STEM is seeking STEM professionals to assist with reviewing scholarship applications for this year’s scholarship program. Every application represents a student working toward a future in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics — and your expertise can help us identify and support the next generation of innovators, researchers, engineers, and leaders. 🚀 We are looking for professionals across STEM fields who are passionate about: ✔️ Supporting student success ✔️ Expanding access and opportunity in STEM ✔️ Mentorship and workforce development ✔️ Giving back to the STEM community As a reviewer, you will play an important role in helping recognize students for their academic achievement, leadership, community involvement, and future potential. Your experience and perspective can make a meaningful impact on a student’s journey. 💙 📩 Interested in serving as a scholarship reviewer? Learn more and sign up here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/… Thank you for helping us continue empowering future STEM leaders. #GMiS #STEMProfessionals #ScholarshipReview #STEMEducation #FutureSTEMLeaders #WorkforceDevelopment #HigherEducation #STEMCommunity

🚨 The 2026 GMiS Conference Website is officially LIVE! 🚨 Get ready for the 38th Annual GMiS Conference taking place September 17–19 in Albuquerque, New Mexico! 🌵🚀 Visit the 2026 GMiS Conference Website NOW for the latest conference information, including: ✨ NEW events and competitions 🏨Updated hotel and conference logistics 📅Schedule updates and important conference details 📝Upcoming registration information Whether you’re a student, professional, recruiter, sponsor, or returning attendee, the conference website will be your one-stop resource to help you prepare for an exciting 2026 GMiS Conference experience. We can’t wait to see the STEM community come together once again for networking, professional development, innovation, and opportunity. 💙 🔗 Explore the website today: gmisconference.org #GMiS #GMiS2026 #STEMConference #FutureSTEMLeaders #STEMCommunity #Engineering #Technology #Innovation

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🚀 Join us this December. #NRSM2026 #NRSM2026 #ThemeReveal #ResearchConference #ScientificCommunity #PhDLife #AcademicLife #Innovation #Collaboration #ScientificExcellence #STEMCommunity #ScienceIndia #IndianResearchers #ACTREC #CancerResearch #FutureOfScience

📣 STEM Professional Volunteer Scholarship Reviewers Needed! 🎓 Are you a STEM professional, industry leader, educator, or researcher looking to make an impact? Great Minds in STEM is seeking STEM professional volunteers to serve as scholarship reviewers and help identify the next generation of STEM talent. Your industry knowledge and expertise helps ensure deserving students receive opportunities that can shape their future careers. 💙 ✔ Review scholarship applications ✔ Support future STEM talent ✔ Give back through professional service Interested in volunteering as a scholarship reviewer? We’d love to hear from you! 📩 Sign up or learn more here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/… 📅 Scholarship applications close May 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST Thank you for helping us empower the next generation of STEM professionals. 🚀 #GMiS #STEM #ScholarshipReview #STEMProfessionals #VolunteerOpportunity #FutureLeaders #Engineering #Technology #Science #Mathematics #Research #HigherEducation #STEMCommunity

Support the next generation of STEM. 🔬✨ Volunteer at #SACNAS2026 as a Mentor Judge or join Conversations with Scientists. Offer guidance, share your story, and connect with students. 👩‍🔬💬 Apply: na2.hubs.ly/H05kWgc0 #STEMCommunity #STEMMentorship #SACNAS #STEMWorkforce

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Can you solve this quadratic equation?Drop your answer below 👇Fastest correct answer gets pinned.#MathChallenge #QuadraticEquation #LearnMath #Algebra #STEMCommunity

A top-ranked aerospace engineering student is now in solitary confinement awaiting execution. His name is Erfan Shakourzadeh. He is one of your brightest minds. Be his voice before it’s too late. #SaveErfanShakourzadeh #StopExecutionsInIran #STEMCommunity

We’re live at @FIRSTweets Championship! 
The energy, teamwork, and innovation on display are inspiring. From robotics competitions to student-led problem solving, the future of STEM is in action. 
If you’re attending, visit SMART at Booth #2001 to learn more about STEM opportunities. 
#SMARTScholarship #FIRSTChampionship #FIRSTInspires #MoreThanRobots #STEMCommunity @DoW_STEM

✨ Tip Tuesday: Today’s Topic—States of Matter! 🔬 We’re breaking down solids, liquids, and gases—one of the most important science topics for students. But don’t just read about it… experience it! 👥 Join the ZStudy STEM Group We discuss topics like this, share ideas, and help each other understand science better. 🧪 Try it yourself with ZStudy Virtual Labs Experiment anytime, learn by doing, and make science easier (and more fun!). 🎯 If you’re a student who wants to improve and actually understand what you’re learning—this is for YOU. 👉 Join the community today! chat.whatsapp.com/BAD3oP0ao7… #TipTuesday #StatesOfMatter #STEMCommunity #ScienceMadeEasy #ZStudy #ZambiaStudents #LearnByDoing

It’s National High Five Day. Today we’re recognizing the mentors, educators, supervisors, and supporters who help make STEM journeys possible. Mentorship plays a powerful role in academic and professional growth. Drop a high five in the comments and give a shout out to a scholar, mentor, or teammate who has made an impact in your journey. #NationalHighFiveDay #SMARTScholarship #STEMCommunity #MentorshipMatters

Groundwater Week 2026 is now accepting proposals for workshops, presentations, posters, and more, don’t miss your chance to contribute to the premier groundwater event of the year! Submissions are open through May 15. Submit here: ngwa.confex.com/ngwa/gw26/cf… #GroundwaterWeek #CallForProposals #NGWA #WaterLeaders #Hydrogeology #GroundwaterExperts #WaterInnovation #STEMCommunity #WaterResources

⚡ FROM FUTO TO THE GLOBAL ENERGY STAGE! ⚡ Meet our Industry Speaker — Michael Ogbuanu 🔥 A true example of what excellence, consistency, and vision can achieve 🚀 With a strong career at Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) and valuable international exposure through short-term assignments with Baker Hughes (Florence) and Total (Paris), his journey is one every engineering student should hear! 💼 As Head, Operations & Activities Coordination, he oversees critical energy operations at one of Africa’s most strategic LNG facilities — bringing real-world insight into how large-scale energy systems are managed. 🎯 What you’ll gain: 🔧 Industrial Energy Systems & Operations ⚙️ LNG Plant Operations 📊 Project Planning in Oil & Gas 👥 Engineering Leadership 🛡️ Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) 📌 Answers to Internship Questions 💡 Practical Internship Advice If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to move from classroom theory to leading major energy operations — this is your chance to learn directly from someone who has done it. 🎤 Event: Smart Energy Systems: IoT & Power Electronics Driving the Energy Transition 📅 Date: Monday, 27th April 2026 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM (WAT) 📍 Venue: Zoom 👉 Register now: luma.com/1jpf4lhs 🚀 Don’t just study engineering — experience it through the minds shaping the industry. #IEEEIAS #IndustryApplicationsSociety #IEEEStudentBranch #IASWebinarContest #ProfessionalDevelopment #STEMCommunity #SmartEnergy #EnergyTransition #EngineeringCareers #OilAndGas #NLNG #FUTO

Stay tuned for an upcoming podcast series featuring the winners of the 2024–25 KN Neuropolicy Paper Competition 🧠✨ New episodes drop every Monday 🎧 @Society4Science #Neuroscience #Neuropolicy #ScienceCommunication #SciencePolicy #KnowingNeurons #PolicyMatters #STEMCommunity