March 15, 2023
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Happy March from STEMinist! Join us in celebrating Women's History Month! In this issue read all about the history of Women in STEM, ways to get involved, and more! Get inspired and get involved with all the STEM news that STEMINIST brings to you! This includes upcoming events, internships, and news about you and your peers.
Celebrate Women's History Month!
The Exelon STEM Academy is all about encouraging young women to pursue careers in STEM. This Women's History Month help us celebrate and honor women in STEM all past present and future!

Click below to listen to Alexis Scott in a TedTalk all about embracing being a woman in STEM!
The 2023 Exelon Foundation STEM Leadership Academy is now open!
All applications are due by Tuesday, April 11th, 2023.

Click here to watch the past Informational Webinar and to learn more!
The Exelon Foundation STEM Leadership Academy is a free week–long, residential leadership program where young women learn about the energy industry in fun and interactive ways, including field trips, hands on activities, small group discussions with women leaders from across the region, leadership development training, and an energy challenge with some great prizes for winning projects!
Each participant will receive an iPad to use for Academy activities and to take home at the end of the week.
Who Should Apply?

  • Young women currently in 10th or 11th grade (Class of 2024 or 2025)
  • Young women who live in:
  • Washington DC
  • Maryland
  • Delaware
  • Pennsylvania: In the PECO service area of Philadelphia and its PA suburbs
  • New Jersey: In the Atlantic City Electric service area of southern New Jersey
  • Illinois: In the ComEd service area of northern Illinois
Academy Dates and Locations:

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS CHICAGO, CHICAGO
JULY 9, 2023 - JULY 14, 2023 

UNIVERSITY CITY SCIENCE CENTER, PHILADELPHIA
JULY 23, 2023 - JULY 28, 2023 

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK
JULY 30, 2023 - AUGUST 4, 2023
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ComEd Future of Energy Scholarship
The ComEd Future of Energy Scholarship application is open for Illinois students in the ComEd service area.  The scholarship provides adults with up to $10,000 in a scholarship designed to be used towards college tuition and related expenses. The top three to four applicants will also receive an internship offer, pending successful completion of the hiring process.

For more information or to apply click below!

CLOSES MARCH 31ST
Breaking In: Women in STEM
Visit this virtual exhibit designed by the National Women's History Museum all about the history of Women in STEM!

Learn all about the first Women in STEM and how they helped advance us to where we are today!
Celebrate PI Day!
National Pi Day is widely celebrated among students, teachers, and science fans alike.

Click below to read more and to find out what makes pi so special, how it’s used to explore space, and how you can join the celebration with resources from NASA.
In-person STEM events near you!
STEMCON at College of DuPage
STEMCON is a public event designed to inspire and educate K-12 students in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This family-friendly event encourages scientific discovery through hands-on activities and demonstrations while providing the opportunity to learn about scientific careers from actual researchers, industry representatives and STEM educators.
ILLINOIS

Saturday April 29, 2023
10am CT to 4pm CT
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
The Exelon Foundation STEM Leadership Academies have finished, but we are still enjoying hearing from participants...
An Excerpt from Ella Antonishek
Participating in the Exelon STEM Leadership Academy in 2022 was a fantastic experience. I learned so much and was able to be with other young women who are also passionate about STEM. I gained an amazing community full of enthusiastic young women who I can have fun and grow with. Before this experience, I’d been more reserved and hesitant to put myself out there, but attending the academy helped me realize how important it was to step out of my comfort zone and take risks. The academy helped me gain confidence in myself and start building my network. During the academy, I was also exposed to many careers in the energy sector and learned that having a willingness to learn can get you very far in life.

After the academy ended, I wanted to continue my journey with Exelon, so I applied to the mentorship program. This program has allowed me to connect and learn from successful women in STEM. These women have providedme with many tips, like how to build a strong network and overcome imposter syndrome, in order to help me develop my personal and professional skills. Knowing I have a supportive community invested in my journey has given me a strong sense of comfort. In addition to the mentorship program, I’ve also gained valuable knowledge from webinars like smart sisters finance, career chats, and resume building. These webinars have exposed me to many different perspectives and shown me that it’s possible to achieve my goals in STEM, despite challenges. 
The many resources that Exelon has made available have significantly helped me pursue my career and have enabled me to form meaningful relationships with many brilliant women. I’m grateful for the opportunities the academy gave me, and I’m so excited to see what the future holds.
STEM Scholarships for 2023
Do you see yourself going from high school to college? Visualize your graduation day and then your move in day to the college/university/trade school of your choice.

Do you need help to finance this vision?

We have compiled a list of websites that have scholarships that might fit you!
Exelon and our operating companies are sharing fun updates on social media! Be sure to keep in touch and follow us:

Exelon Foundation STEM Leadership Academy www.exelonstemacademy.org