STEM for Her 2025

STEM for Her inspires 6th-12th grade female students to ignite their curiosity and passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Through hands-on activities, career exploration, and mentorship from industry professionals, students will build confidence, uncover their potential, and explore exciting opportunities in STEM!

Gerald McCormick Center, Chattanooga State

• 4501 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37406

Directions:

1. Enter through the West Entrance.
2. At the second stop sign, turn left into the McCormick Center parking lot.
3. Park and enter through the front doors, ready for an amazing experience!

To ensure a smooth experience for all attendees, please review the following registration details:

Student Registration:

• Each student must register individually.
• Students will select one activity per breakout session (limited spots available).
• A valid email address is required for event updates.

Parent/Guardian Registration:

• Parents/guardians must register separately from their student.
• Each parent/guardian is responsible for their student throughout the event.
• Please limit to one parent/guardian per student to allow space for all attendees.

Volunteer Registration:

• Volunteers must register individually and select their preferred shift.
• Role assignments and arrival details will be sent prior to the event.

Sponsor & Partner Registration:

• Organizations must register at least one representative.
• If hosting a booth or activity room, setup details will be sent before the event.

Students will select three breakout sessions from a variety of hands-on activities. Below are the available sessions—choose wisely, as each session has limited spots!

Available Breakout Sessions:

1. Career Carousel | Sponsored by C Spire Foundation

Hop on the Career Carousel and explore exciting STEM pathways! Rotate through quick conversations with STEM professionals, ask questions, and discover where your future can take you!

2. Code & Conquer | Sponsored by TEL

Crack the code, create something unexpected, and tackle challenges that test your strategy, creativity, and problem-solving skills!

3. Code is Craft: Macrame Keychains | Sponsored by Gig City Girls

Explore how coding and crafting connect through patterns and sequences while designing a custom macrame keychain!

4. Data Detectives | Sponsored by Kenco Group

Put your detective skills to the test as you analyze a mystery dataset, uncover trends, and present your findings in Data Court—can you crack the case?

5. Energy Transformations | Sponsored by EPB

Explore the fascinating world of energy and how it can change from one form to another. Use this knowledge to bring your own creation to life!

6. Game On!

Level up your problem-solving skills with challenges that test logic, creativity, and strategy. Ready to play and win? Let the games begin!

7. GIRL POWER: Build, Drive, Learn with VEX Robotics | Sponsored by HCDE

Build and drive VEX robots while developing teamwork, problem-solving, and engineering skills—then compete to see your creation in action!

8. Magnetic Mayhem | Sponsored by TEKsystems

Watch your slime twist, stretch, and chase down magnets like it has a mind of its own! Discover the hidden forces behind this wild, shape-shifting adventure.

9. Mission: STEMpossible | Sponsored by Unum

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to crack codes, solve puzzles, and unlock clues in this fast-paced STEM escape room challenge!

10. Nailed It! | Sponsored by Chattanooga State

Get creative with woodworking! Build, design, and customize your own wooden project while learning practical skills and problem-solving.

11. Power On!

Experiment with electrical circuits and discover how power flows to bring technology to life!

12. Sphero Hoops: Where Code Meets Court | Sponsored by CGI

Pick up coding skills and program a robot ball to dribble, pass, shoot, and score!

Info: Check-In as early as 8 am, enjoy breakfast, and engage in our sponsor and partner booths!

Info: Enjoy opening remarks and a keynote address!

Info: 45 min Activity & 15 min Transition // Students will participate in one activity (To be selected during registration).

Info: 45 min Activity & 15 min Transition // Students will participate in one activity (To be selected during registration).

Info: 45 min Activity & 15 min Transition // Students will participate in one activity (To be selected during registration).

Info: Let's wrap up the day together and hear the amazing stories from our students!

Info: Everyone loves giveaways and prizes!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Chattanooga State Community College, 4501 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, United States