Category Archives: CI

Women in STEM: The Pay Gap

Driving Question: In the workforce, how do salaries compare between men and women of equal job stature? What incentives are there for women to pursue jobs in STEM fields? It is baffling that more than fifty years have passed since … Continue reading

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Gender Stereotypes Affect Women in STEM

Driving Question: To what extent do gender stereotypes play a role in the low percentage of women in STEM fields? “Math class is tough! Party Dresses are fun. Do you have a crush on anyone? Math class is tough!” Believe … Continue reading

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Civic Issues Blog

I would like to research and report my civic issues blog on gender equality in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields. I think this is an interesting civic issue because females have long been a minority in these fields … Continue reading

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