Omaha STEM Ecosystem and AIM Institute Launch New STEM Community Platform
Free Online STEM Resource Hub to Help Create Vibrant STEM Community in Omaha
Omaha, Neb. (March 1, 2021) – The Omaha STEM Ecosystem and AIM Institute announced the launch of the online STEM Community Platform, presented by Cox. The mission of the STEM Community Platform, stemplatform.org, connects youth, parents, educators and professionals to an online hub of high-quality STEM programs, resources and events in the Greater Omaha area. The website is the first of its kind in Omaha to have a comprehensive list of STEM programs all in one place.
“Nebraska is currently faced with a critical shortfall of professionals in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math,” said Julie Sigmon, Director for the Omaha STEM Ecosystem. “In order to grow the region’s talent pipeline, we must provide opportunities needed to be successful in learning, scientific thinking, and examining potential career paths. The site would not be possible without our generous sponsors, Cox and Facebook, and our partnership with AIM Institute, which is fueling the technology behind the new website.”
“We understand the important role STEM plays in the development of our youth. This platform provides access to hundreds of programming options and learning opportunities for everyone in our community, we couldn’t be more pleased to be a part of this new learning ecosystem,” said Kim Rowell, Cox Vice President, Omaha.
“STEM skills are important for the next generation of the workforce to thrive here in Nebraska and across the country,” said Matt Sexton, Community Development Regional Manager at Facebook’s Papillion Data Center. “We are elated to help make this innovative resource a reality for students and families in our community.”
Together, and through the STEM Community Platform, education, government, nonprofit and business entities can help the Omaha STEM Ecosystem create a robust and vibrant STEM community that is equitable for all. The website offers easy functionality for the user to find kids camps, career listings in STEM career fields and informational resources for elementary aged children to adults. There also is an online quiz available to help narrow areas of interest. Organizations and community members now have the ability to view and add STEM resources, opportunities and events by visiting stemplatform.org.
“AIM is so proud to be part of this effort to strengthen the Omaha area STEM community and program pipeline,” said Kandace Miller, Ph.D, President and CEO of the AIM Institute. “Partnerships like these are crucial to building a strong, diverse tech and STEM community.”
Founding and supporting community partners that made the STEM Community Platform a reality include, Cox, Facebook, AIM Institute, Clarkson College, CyncHealth, First National Bank of Omaha, Iowa West Foundation, Nebraska Department of Education, Nonprofit Association of the Midlands, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and University of Nebraska at Omaha.
About Omaha STEM Ecosystem
Omaha STEM Ecosystem believes in the power of connections, collaborations and communication to address the critical shortfall of STEM professionals in the Greater Omaha area. It is a collaborative partnership between education, government, nonprofit and business entities to maximize science, technology, engineering and mathematics learning initiatives for students and adults, especially those underrepresented in STEM careers.
Omaha STEM Ecosystem is transforming the region into a robust STEM community to grow its talent pipeline by providing opportunities needed to be successful in learning, scientific thinking, examining potential career paths and exploring opportunities to extend educational achievement. For more information, you can visit OmahaStem.org.
About AIM Institute
The AIM Institute grows a strong and diverse tech community through education, career development and outreach. More information about AIM is available at aiminstitute.org.
