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2 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Contents Overview ............................................................................................................................................................ 3 The Motivation of the Energy Excelerator at PICHTR .......................................................................................... 3 The Importance of STEM Development Activities in Hawaii ................................................................................ 3 Brief History .................................................................................................................................................... 3 STEM Preparedness in Relation to Career ....................................................................................................... 3 Components of a Strong STEM Pipeline ......................................................................................................... 4 Mapping STEM Activities ................................................................................................................................... 5 Collection of Data .......................................................................................................................................... 5 Programs Included ......................................................................................................................................... 5 Map ................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Program Listings ............................................................................................................................................... 8 Organizers ....................................................................................................................................................... 22 Analysis of Mapping ......................................................................................................................................... 24 Energy and Environment ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………24 Robotics and Computer Science ................................................................................................................... 24 Professional Development for Young Professionals ..................................................................................... 25 Neighbor Island Needs ................................................................................................................................. 25 Coordination Recommendations ..................................................................................................................... 26 Coordination Between Energy and Environmental Programming ................................................................ 26 Coordination between Robotics and Professionals in Computer Related Careers ......................................... 26 Coordination between Professional Societies and Recent Graduates ........................................................... 26 Mahalo to Individuals and Organizations Consulted .......................................................................................... 27 2 3 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Overview The Energy Excelerator at the Pacific International Center for High Technology Research (PICHTR), in partnership with the Office of Naval Research (ONR), through the Asia Pacific Technology and Education Program (APTEP), recognizes the need to coordinate efforts among state, educational, and non-­‐profit organizations related to the STEM fields. STEM is the set of subjects that include science, technology, engineering, and math. This project aims to map STEM development efforts in the state of Hawaii to ensure a strong pipeline of students and professionals into innovation careers. It is the hope of PICHTR that, by providing a comprehensive map, gaps may be identified and programs may increase coordination where interests are aligned. The Motivation of the Energy Excelerator at PICHTR PICHTR established the Energy Excelerator to help develop the energy portion of the high technology sector in Hawaii. The Energy Excelerator, through its programs for entrepreneurs and high growth companies, has shown that Hawaii has the potential to become a global hub of energy innovation. In order to develop energy innovation as a growing sector of Hawaii’s economy, a STEM educated workforce must be able to serve the needs of business and government in the fields of energy and infrastructure. A strong STEM education pipeline that prepares students for careers in technology is essential for the success of the Energy Excelerator and the startup companies it supports. The Importance of STEM Development Activities in Hawaii Brief History In 1984 the Research and Economic Analysis Division of the State of Hawaii Department of Planning and Economic Development produced the Hawaii State Plan for the economy. The plan acknowledged the changing landscape of Hawaii’s economy and identified the need to diversify its focus beyond tourism, military, and agriculture.1 The state plan identified high technology as a key area in which the state could diversify. Building on the Hawaii State Plan, in 2008, the Hawaii 2050 task force convened stakeholders and community members to determine what sustainability means for the state of Hawaii. Again, the need for continued development of the technology sector was identified as a key action area in the diversification process. The task force also noted the need to develop programming to ensure that the workforce has the appropriate training to support a high technology sector in Hawaii.2 STEM Preparedness in Relation to Career Hawaii has a combination of unique conditions that support the development of a high technology sector within the islands. Hawaii is geographically positioned in the Pacific Basin between Asia and the U.S Mainland, it has existing scientific infrastructure at the University of Hawaii, a multi-­‐lingual workforce, and a 1
Hawaii State Plan: Department of Planning and Economic Development (1984) Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Plan: Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Task Force (2008) 2
3 4 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator rich history of public-­‐private partnerships across the various levels of government.3 These factors make Hawaii an ideal location for a flourishing high technology sector. However, the most important portion of a high technology industry is human capital. In Hawaii, approximately 55 percent of students graduating from high school are proficient in math.4 A smaller number go on to major in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) related field. According to the graduation statistics for the University of Hawaii at Manoa, between July 2011 and June 2012, 21 percent of awarded degrees were in a STEM related major.5 An even smaller number of individuals pursue employment in a high technology field. According to the Department of Business Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) and the Laulima Foundation, less than ten percent of college graduates in Hawaii are employed in a high technology career.6 To successfully develop a high technology sector in Hawaii, many diverse groups must encourage and support STEM development, from K-­‐12 through professional development. Diversified support for the STEM pipeline will ensure that the workforce is prepared to support a high technology sector in Hawaii and that local talent is positioned to grow the industry. Components of a Strong STEM Pipeline Developing a strong STEM pipeline takes the cooperation of many of organizations, individuals, and stakeholders. Three elements are needed to ensure a robust STEM pipeline: education, cultivation of interest, and communication of business needs. 7 Students must be academically prepared to enter and complete the requirements for pursuing a degree in a STEM field. This need is addressed by the 75 million dollar Race to the Top Grant that was awarded to the State of Hawaii in 2010. In the application for this award, the “college-­‐ and career-­‐ready” high school diploma was introduced. This diploma requires that students meet STEM competencies.8 As demonstrated by this aggressive goal set forth in the Race for the Top award, the state Department of Education is committed to ensuring that the first element of a successful STEM pipeline is fulfilled; that students who graduate from Hawaii high schools have the skills to succeed in seeking a college degree in a STEM field. The educational goals set forth by the Department of Education are promising. However, education alone does not create a robust STEM pipeline. The cultivation of interest is an integral part of the STEM pipeline. A study published in the Journal of Technology Education found that interest is the single most important aspect considered in choosing a career for both high school and college aged students.9 To ensure that students are entering STEM careers, an interest in these fields must be developed. The study found that if a student has not been exposed to a subject area, an interest in the area could not develop. In particular, programs that students are passionate about and that directly involve them in the community – through field experimentation, inquiry-­‐based learning, robotics, hands-­‐on internships, and multimedia projects – have demonstrated success inspiring students’ interest in STEM. Focusing a bulk of the non-­‐school related STEM programs on community and hands-­‐on engagement would aid in generating interest in STEM industries. 3
Hawaii State Plan: Department of Planning and Economic Development (1984) Hawaii Department of Education: Systems Accountability Office/Student Assessment Section (2011) 5
University of Hawaii at Manoa Institutional Research and Analysis Office (2012) 6
Hawaii’s Targeted & Emerging Industries: Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (2012); A Stronger Nation Through Education: Laulima Foundation (2012) 7
A Compendium of Best Practice K-­‐12 STEM Education Programs: Making Science Make Sense (2010) 8
Executive Summary: Hawaii Race to the Top (2010) 9
Are We Missing Opportunities to Encourage Interest in STEM Fields: Journal of Technology Education (2011) 4
4 5 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator The final piece that must exist within the STEM pipeline is the communication of the needs of business, government, and stakeholders in Hawaii. Individuals must be aware of the viability of a STEM career choice. Especially in Hawaii, individuals have a strong commitment to the place that they live and are more likely to choose a career that will allow them to develop a high-­‐quality life within the islands. STEM-­‐related careers have the ability to provide these opportunities. An effective STEM pipeline will incorporate all three aspects: education, cultivation of interest, and communication of opportunity. Mapping STEM Activities Many organizations have stepped up to support STEM activities in Hawaii. There is an abundance of work being done to encourage students and young professionals to enter the STEM pipeline. However, most of these endeavors occur independently of one another. By providing a map of a majority of the STEM development activities occurring in the state of Hawaii, interested parties will be better equipped to identify areas where interests are aligned and where coordination may strengthen programs. The mapping of STEM activities will also allow all stakeholders to determine where gaps exist and how programming can be further developed to meet these needs. Collection of Data PICHTR collected STEM program data by consulting with stakeholders, though website searches, media searches, and integrating previously conducted surveys. Programs were plotted on the map using coordinates of target age range (x) and industry (y). The data was further classified by gender focus, minority focus, and island focus. Although not available on the map, additional information was documented including the program organizer and funding source where available. This information is available in the program listings table on page 8. Programs Included There are many kinds of STEM development programs that contribute to the pipeline. This project focused exclusively on programs for students. Future projects may address the mapping of programs for instructors’ professional development. Programs included in this mapping are open to students from all schools and backgrounds. Additionally, programs are included if they are ongoing, as opposed to a singular instance. For example, mapped activities included conferences that are held annually, curriculum supplements offered to all schools, and after school programs open to all resident students. 5 6 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Map 6 7 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator 7 8 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Program Listings Program Description Organizer Primary Funding Source Funding Type 3D Academy Education programs that integrate 3D CAD and take students through the entire design process (design, prototyping, manufacturing, etc.) in K–12, as well as university classrooms. 3D Innovations Private Akamai Internship Program The Akamai Internship Program offers students attending college or university in Hawaii, or originally from Hawaii and attending school on the mainland, an opportunity to get involved in high-­‐tech research or industry internships. Akamai Workforce Initiative (AWI) NSF, UH, Air force, Federal Solar Observatory Federal AMOS "Space in The day features an “Audience with an Astronaut” the Classroom" interactive session, hands-­‐on space-­‐related science Education Day experiments and a visit with industry leaders in the AMOS Exhibit Center, as well as a full-­‐day workshop for 30 teachers. WIT AMOS, The Space Foundation Private AMOS The premier technical conference in the nation (Advanced Maui devoted to space surveillance is hosted on Maui each Optical Space year. Surveillance and Technologies) Conference MEDB Private Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit This event is the preeminent meeting place for international leaders and energy experts at the forefront of the clean energy movement Tech Connect Private Astronaut Recognition Days (2) Workshops, displays, and keynote speakers pertaining Hawaii Space to space exploration. Grant Consortium: University of Hawaii Blue Startups Startup accelerator focused on web and mobile applications Private BotBall Teams design, build, program, and document a pair of Friends of autonomous robots that work in tandem in Hawaii tournament matches. Robotics Private 8 9 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Brushbots BrushBots are small low cost robots made from the head of a toothbrush and a micro motor that students create to compete in the BrushBot Olympics. Hawaii Space Grant Consortium: University of Hawaii C-­‐MORE Professional Development Program Professional development skills (such as networking, leadership, resume writing, communicating science, etc.) are taught as part of an online program as well as a UH course in oceanography (OCN 750) C-­‐MORE NSF Federal C-­‐MORE Scholars Program Research internships for Native Hawaiian students who are interested in ocean and earth science-­‐related careers. Students can be at any campus within the UH system but must be full-­‐time. These "labs in a box" contain standards-­‐based lesson plans and materials for hands-­‐on science. These kits can be borrowed statewide free of charge, and support is available at no cost. COSEE Island Earth (IE) is a collaborative network serving Hawaii and Pacific Islands that connects ocean research and teaching with traditional knowledge in order to facilitate active engagement in stewardship by all ocean users. Collaborative groups will include university students, public libraries, ocean-­‐related tour operators, and lifeguards and will connect scientific research, traditional knowledge, and ocean policy. Inquiry-­‐based lab programs of 60-­‐90 minutes in length. Programs include comparative invertebrate lab, dissections, tidal pool investigations, and coral reef ecology. C-­‐MORE NSF Federal C-­‐MORE NSF Federal Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology University of Hawaii Pacific Whale Foundation Private A comprehensive program for the ongoing development of the professional marine naturalist. We design and implement mission-­‐based interpretive programs that are delivered by highly trained staff with documented credentials. Through regular evaluation and mentoring of our staff, we aim to constantly evolve our programs to most effectively meet the mission of Pacific Whale Foundation and model a global standard of excellence in marine interpretation. The Energy Excelerator is a startup program dedicated to solving the world's energy problems, starting in Hawaii. We help innovative energy companies succeed in Hawaii and the Asia Pacific region with non-­‐dilutive funding, strategic relationships, and a vibrant ecosystem. Engineering exposure days for students at local elementary schools. Pacific Whale Foundation Private PICHTR ONR, DOE Federal Chaminade STEM Outreach ONR Federal C-­‐MORE Science Kits COSEE Island Earth Discovery Labs ECO-­‐U/ Vessel Program Staff Training Energy Excelerator Engineering Days 9 10 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Engineering Expo at UH Maui Engineering in TM
the Middle Engineering EXPO at UH Maui for Middle and High School Students to experience engineering projects Excite Camp TM
The goal of Excite Camp is to excite, educate as well as expose middle school students to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) careers. WIT Festival of Science A day full of activities focusing on Hawaii's ecosystems Bishop Museum First LEGO League Students build robots for a competition as well as prepare a presentation of their research and construction, centered on a real-­‐world problem. Friends of Hawaii Robotics Private FIRST Robotics Competition With the support of professional mentors, students solve an engineering problem using a standard kit of parts, but no instructions. Friends of Hawaii Robotics Friends of Hawaii Robotics Friends of Hawaii Robotics NHSEMP Private Private Private UH Manoa Private Hawaii Space Grant Consortium: University of Hawaii NTBG Private EPSCoR Hawaii Spatial Data Analysis Labs at the University of Hawaii at EPSCoR Hawaii, NSF, University of Hawaii Federal FIRST Tech Challenge FRC Robotics MEDB Middle schools students are invited to participate in WIT hands-­‐on learning engineering activities to inspire and engage students in STEM careers. Freshman A 10-­‐week summer experience for incoming Bridge Program University of Hawaii at Manoa freshmen interested in natural sciences or engineering (civil, environmental, mechanical, electrical). Future Flight Future Flight Hawaii is an action-­‐packed, space-­‐
Hawaii themed educational program for students in grades 2-­‐
5 designed to catalyze interest in science, technology, and the future. Garden as a Classroom The Garden As Classroom (GAC) Program provides opportunities for school children on the island of Kauai to study tropical plants. Geospatial Training for Emerging Student Scientists Students are introduced to the concepts and applications of the geospatial sciences and technology. U.S Federal Departments of Labor, Agriculture, and Education, County of Maui, AFRL New Mexico U.S Federal Departments of Labor, Agriculture, and Education 10 11 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Hilo GeoTech for Hawaii TM
Schools GeoTech is a statewide initiative to integrate the use of Geospatial Technology: Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and Remote Sensing into K-­‐12 education. WIT Haleakala National Park Internship Program An internship program to identify and recruit local students from Hawaii high schools and colleges who have a demonstrated interest in a career with the park. Haleakala National Park Hawaii Conservation Conference Annual forum for topics in Conservation Science. Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology High School Program Hawaii Island Garden Network Hawaii Small Business Development Center U.S Departments of Labor, Agriculture, and Education, Office of Naval Research (ONR) Federal Hawaii Conservation Alliance Students work in teams to develop and test their own hypotheses on one of the following topics: Ocean Acidification, Marine Bioacoustics, and Introduction to Marine Fish Aquaculture, Sea Urchin Fertilization. Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology University The Ku Aina Pa Cohort of 30 teachers representing 20 schools on Hawaii Island work together to build STEM capacity by connecting hands-­‐on project based learning in STEM subjects in school gardens across Hawaii Island. The Kohala Center Non-­‐profit Private University of Hawaii at Hilo U.S Small Business Association / State of Hawaii HAS Private HSSO State The Hawaii Small Business Development Center provides professional training to business owners and new entrepreneurs in order to promote growth, innovation, productivity, and management improvement. Hawaii Science The Hawaii Science Bowl encourages student Bowl involvement in math and science activities with the hope of transforming today’s brightest young minds into tomorrow’s scientific leaders. Hawaii State HSSEF is the culminating event of district science Science and fairs. Students have the opportunity to interact with Engineering Fair professional scientists and engineers at the event (HSSEF) where excellence of student achievement is recognized and rewarded. Hawaii State HSSO utilizes classroom activities, research, Science professional development workshops, and Olympiad participating in annual regional, state, and Federal tournaments. Each island hosts a regional tournament with winners advancing to the state tournament. Federal Private 11 12 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Hawaii Women's Business Center The Hawaii Women’s Business Center provides business training, counseling, and other resources to help women in the Honolulu area start and grow successful businesses. Hawaii Youth Conservation Corps HYCC gives individuals the opportunity to work outdoors with environmental agencies across Hawai`i and learn the principles of natural resource stewardship, while gaining valuable experience, knowledge, and skills that assist them in continuing their life pursuits. Training, mentorship, seminars and, workshops for technology commercialization. KUPU Federal Private NSF Federal HiBEAM Mentorship Program High Performance Computing Applications in Engineering Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program High School Industry Day HARP is a summer research experience for undergraduates sponsored by NSF at University of Hawaii at Manoa. Hawaii Business and Entrepreneur Acceleration Mentors (HiBEAM) University of Hawaii at Manoa High School Industry Day gives students an exciting opportunity to partner up and engage in real life engineering scenarios developed by industry partners UH Manoa College of Engineering High School Summer Internship at UH Manoa Student summer interns work in research labs, participate in educational sessions, engage in discussions with engineers in the field, and have the opportunity to visit various engineering companies in the community. University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Engineering Private High School Visits UH Manoa College of Engineering engages with local schools through the outreach program. UH Manoa College of Engineering High Technology Development Corporation Speaker Series High Tech Maui Job Fair Speaker series focusing on topics in new technology development and training seminars. High Technology Development Corporation (HTDC) High Tech U.S Maui/ WIT Department of Labor, County of Maui Career fair for high technology jobs on Maui Federal 12 13 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator High Tech Maui Workshops Holoholo Science Program Honolulu District Science Fair Horticulture Internship Program I Am A Scientist Ike Inspiring Knowledge Expansion Ike Noeau Ike Summer Engineering Experiences Imi Pono no ka Aina MEDB’s state-­‐of-­‐the-­‐art Donald Malcolm Training Center provides the setting for the High Tech Maui program to convene a variety of workshops and events for local businesses. Off-­‐island organizations are also welcome. Among the successful events that have already used the Malcolm Center facilities are sessions on “How to Contract with the Federal Government” and “How To Improve Your Business with Social Media.” Water and energy resource working groups and board meetings have also used the venue and taken advantage of its tech capabilities such as video conferencing and internet connectivity Holoholo Science is a traveling science outreach program that brings exciting, hands-­‐on, standards-­‐
based science to your school. High Tech Maui Private Bishop Museum Private The Kapiolani Community College STEM Program partners with the Hawaii State Department of Education (DoE) to host the annual Honolulu District Science Fair at the KapCC campus. Interns work side-­‐by-­‐side with staff caring for and learning about the plant collections, and in training, lectures, or workshops. KapCC STEM Program Hawaii State Department of Education State NTBG Private "I am a Scientist" is a collaboration between the Chaminade university faculty, staff and student service clubs. Fun projects such as the "Germs on Me" program are engaging for all ages and are presented assembly-­‐style, with professional equipment such as microscopes, petri dishes and lab coats supplied by Chaminade. An opportunity for High school students to explore the STEM fields under the mentorship of Keaholoa STEM interns, faculty mentors and Hawaiian cultural advisors. Chaminade STEM Outreach NSF, Air Force Research Laboratory Federal UH Hilo Keaholoa STEM Program NSF Federal Traveling program provides developmentally appropriate, culturally relevant, math and science preschool curriculum to families at the shelters and at Hawaiian Homelands in Waianae and Waimanalo. The 'IKE Summer Engineering Experiences (SEEs) are a sequence of summer programs focused on supporting Native Hawaiian pre-­‐engineering students across the University of Hawaii System. Partners in Kamehameha Development Schools Foundation Private UH System NSF Federal Summer Session provides students the opportunity to learn about Hawaii's native plants and animals. Malama Hawaii 13 14 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Imiloa Astronomy Center Imiloa Astronomy Center Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (IGED) IGED is held in conjunction with Federal Engineering Week in February to increase interest in engineering among girls and raise awareness of the contributions engineers make to the community. WIT Federal Island Energy TM
Inquiry A timely workshop series that originated on Maui, WIT Island Energy Inquiry has become the first statewide energy education program that engages students in solving current energy issues in Hawaii while using cutting edge materials and technologies to implement scientific inquiry and engineering design processes. U.S Departments of Labor, Agriculture, and Education, County of Maui ONR, HECO Islands of Opportunity Alliance (LSAMP) The LSAMP program strives to provide students with the opportunity to excel academically as well as professionally through a variety of activities, including research, in order to provide Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island students within the STEM disciplines an opportunity to learn about and participate in current, state-­‐of-­‐the-­‐art research taking place in the STEM fields. NHSEMP NSF Federal Gemini Observatory Department of Education State Students build robots for competition, as well as prepare a presentation for their research and construction, centered on a real-­‐world problem. Allows middle school students across the state to compete in team projects and games focused on engineering This program brings middle and high school students to selected sites to participate in ecological restoration projects. Friends of Hawaii Robotics UH Manoa College of Engineering NTBG Private Private An intergenerational youth mentoring project teaching skills in various interest areas to promote successful high school graduation and continuing education located on Hawaii Island. Fourth-­‐ through sixth-­‐graders from Sunset Beach Elementary School and interns from high schools on Oahu’s North Shore develop kuleana, or responsibility, for environmental stewardship while restoring health to Pupukea Marine Life Conservation District through monthly school-­‐year sessions and a five-­‐day summer program that incorporates science, culture, service, advocacy, and adventure. Partners in USDOE NHEA Development Foundation Federal Malama Pupukea-­‐
Waimea Journey Through the Universe Jr. FIRST Lego League Junior Engineering Expo Junior Restoration Team Ka Hana Noeau Ka Papa Kai Non-­‐profit Federal 14 15 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Kamaaina Come A collaborative job placement program between Maui Home Economic Development Board and Kamaaina Careers (a Hawaii job referral company based on the West Coast). WIT and Kamaaina Careers County of Maui, Economic Development Administratio
n, and U.S Department of Commerce State Keiki E.C.O (Educating Children Outdoors) Day A free, day long event for Maui schools that brings Pacific Whale schoolchildren together in a beautiful Oceanside park, Foundation to learn about the environment and their role in protecting it. Private Kokua Aina Youth Initiative The programmatic aim is to empower local students to discover career options within the fields of horticulture/agriculture, conservation, small business, and community development/social entrepreneurship, and to gain traditional Hawaiian knowledge. Called the Manowai o Hanakahi program, the experience emphasizes: 1) how science can be fun and relevant to your community; 2) the intimate connection Native Hawaiian practitioners have with the aina and kai; and 3) everyone has kuleana (privileged responsibility) to care for the land and sea. The Digital Bus offers a state-­‐of-­‐the-­‐art mobile learning platform, place-­‐based science projects to K-­‐
12 students that incorporate high technology and meet the Department of Education Hawaii Content and Performance Standards (HCPS), and ensures long-­‐term impact via educator professional development opportunities. The MBLOOM Incubator and Technology Fund promotes entrepreneurship in Hawaii by offering qualified startup tech companies needed capital, vital advice, relationships and partnerships from a unique network of specialized business consultants and professional services providers. MentorNet is the award-­‐winning national e-­‐
mentoring network that addresses the retention and success of those in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Students build one cubic inch and one cubic centimeter robots with components so small construction requires microscopes and magnifying lenses. Digital microscopes, which attach to a computer for whole-­‐class viewing, distributed to middle schools statewide. Training and lesson plans are provided to teachers so they can confidently use the microscope. NTBG Private EPSCoR DEW NSF Federal Alakaina Foundation Department of Education State Private WIT USDA Federal Friends of Hawaii Robotics Private C-­‐MORE NSF and FIRST State Manowai O Hanakahi summer programs Maui Nui Digital Bus Program mBloom Mentor Net Micro Robotics Microscopes in Middle Schools Program 15 16 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Molokai STEM Fair Molokai's Science Fair Na Pua Noeau Summer Institute Nature Adventure Camps NHSEMP Scholars Program OceanTech (Technology Expands Career Horizons) Pacific Astronomy and Engineering Education Summit Pacific Rim International Conference on Advances Materials and Processing A course for 7-­‐12 grade students interested in Science, NHSEMP Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Private The goal of the camps is to teach children about natural resources and Polynesian culture through outdoor recreation that includes nature activities, environmental games, and garden exploration. This is a suite of activities designed to ensure our students maintain successful academic progress towards their STEM degree. Specifically, the Scholars Program focuses on: academic support, financial support, social, and service Career-­‐oriented events to expose middle, high and community college students to ocean/earth/environmental science careers, and the college majors that lead to those careers. Free of charge. UH Hilo through the Hawaii Space Grand Consortium hosts an Astronomy and Engineering Summit for high school students from Hawaii and around the world. NTBG Private NHSEMP Private C-­‐MORE NSF Federal Hawaii Space Grant Consortium: University of Hawaii Conference on advanced materials and processing. Molokai School Pacific Science Challenge Digital Science Solutions is all about the students and changing how they feel about themselves and what they are able to accomplish through STEM education and initiatives that improve access to technology and technology integration. Digital Science Solutions NOAA PSC and Hawaii Community Foundation Grants Pacific Symposium for Science and Sustainability (PS^3) Much like professional conferences, PS3 provides students the opportunity for presenting research papers to scientists and their peers. HAS US Departments of Army, Navy, and Air force Federal Pacific Whale Foundation Ocean Camp The camp program promotes science-­‐based learning about the ocean. Pacific Whale Foundation Private Picturing Science This instructional approach enables teachers to PREL integrate their K-­‐12 science instruction with art, language structure, technology, and writing. Teachers using the Picturing Science approach start with a science unit and specific benchmarks -­‐ often emphasizing local environmental and cultural issues. 16 17 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Each summer 10 student interns participate in a 4-­‐day PIPES orientation and a 10-­‐week research focused internship experience focused on tropical ecology, evolution, climate change, and natural resources management. Interns work on mentored research projects with university and local agency researchers. NSF Rewarding Internships for Sustainable Employment (RISE) RISE is designed for college students and recent college graduates interested in gaining entry-­‐level experience in areas such as clean energy, pollution, sustainable development, and greenhouse gas reduction. KUPU Federal, State, Private Private Agencies Robofest Hawaii Robofest is an annual autonomous robotics competition focusing on learning STEM (Science, Engineering, Technology and Math). Isis Hawaii, Friends of Hawaii Robotics Private School Program The course focuses on the botanical and cultural resources of the Garden. NTBG Private School Visits Hawaii Nature Center hosts school groups Private Science Adventure Center The Science Adventure Center is a 16,500-­‐square-­‐foot facility in which students will experience immersive, interactive exhibits on the geology, biology and oceanography of the Hawaiian Islands. SCORE Hawaii provides free and confidential business advice and counseling tailored to the needs of your business and your personal objectives. SCORE Hawaii also offers workshops for both start-­‐up and in-­‐
business entrepreneurs. Hawaii Nature Center Bishop Museum Private University of Hawaii Sea Grant College Pacific Whale Foundation Private Hawaii SEAD Hawaii Nature Center SCORE Sea Grant College Program Monthly free community lectures for all ages. SeaWees-­‐ Early Childhood Science Program A weekly program of developmentally appropriate science discovery for children aged 3-­‐5 years and their caregivers. Each 5-­‐week session includes small group facilitated discovery, music and movement, process-­‐
based art and culminates with an in-­‐field learning experience. The mission of the Hawaii Student Energy Ambassador Development (SEAD) Program is to empower our students to create a bright energy future for Hawaii through sustainability education and energy audit training. Students are led through a variety of nature activities, including forest hikes, stream investigations, nature crafts, insect safaris, and more SEAD Sensational Nature Adventure Program-­‐ Oahu Federal 17 18 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Sensational Nature Adventure Program-­‐Maui Students are lead through a variety of nature activities, including forest hikes, stream investigations, nature crafts, insect safaris, and more Hawaii Nature Center Private Sleepover Program and Museum After Dark Classes will go on a tour through select exhibit halls, see a planetarium show, participate in hands-­‐on activities and sleep amongst the wonders of the Science Adventure Center. Bishop Museum Private Society of Women Engineers Hawaii The Society of Women Engineers is a not-­‐for-­‐profit organization that empowers women to advance in technical fields. Society of Women Engineers, WIT U.S Department of Labor Federal STEM conference STEM/Service Learning students, teachers, parents, WIT community and industry leaders are invited to gather on Maui to celebrate STEM learning projects, experience the excitement of a regional technology conference and share stories with other students from different islands. National partners from Google, National Geographic, Esri, SketchUp, and more attend in addition to the statewide High Tech Industry partners who support the event. Federal STEM Program Expo This event is designed to promote career, degree, service, and internship opportunities available locally for students interested in STEM fields. KapCC STEM Program U.S. Departments of Labor, Agriculture, and Education, County of Maui, Google, SketchUp, Chevron STEM Programming The goal of the STEM pathway aligns to the University of Hawaii's strategic outcome to increase the number of Native Hawaiians that major in and graduate with a STEM degree. Na Pua Noeau STEM Scholars As both a multifaceted and collaborative program in structure the STEM Scholars Program works with several different college campuses, professional and private sectors throughout the Pacific and the US continent in order to provide students the opportunity to excel academically as well as professionally. At the S.U.R.F. event, student researchers present on projects from a wide variety of STEM disciplines. University of Hawaii U.S Department of Education and NSF Federal KapCC STEM Program The goals of STEM Week are to recognize and celebrate our educational institutions, students, and supporters as a unified community determined to enhance and sustain STEM education in Hawaii. HAS State Department of Land and Natural Resources State STEMworks is a statewide, design-­‐based STEM/Service-­‐Learning program where students get to use the most current, high-­‐end technologies in community projects. During the STEMworks process, students learn how to develop an industry-­‐partner WIT U.S Departments of Labor, Agriculture, and Federal STEM Undergraduate Research Fair (S.U.R.F) STEM Week Hawaii TM
STEMworks 18 19 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator relationship, provide deliverables, and maintain an ongoing solution for the future. TM
STEMworks Industry Day Education, ONR, P-­‐20, County of Maui High tech companies from around the state host high school students and educate them about STEM-­‐
related industries. Students are placed in intensive, applicable internships with local high-­‐tech companies. WIT WIT STEPUP: Science Talent Expansion Program in Urban Polynesia A coherent implementation and management plan integrating high school student recruitment and intensive Summer Bridge preparation; intrusive advising, supplemental instruction by peer mentors and undergraduate research in the College’s evolving STEM Learning Center. NSF-­‐STEP STEMworks , EPSCoR, Ke Alahele, P-­‐20 NSF-­‐STEP Federal Student Security Offices The Student Security Officers use high tech gadgets to ensure safety at Molokai School Molokai School Summer Bridge Programs The Kapiolani Community College STEM Summer Bridge Program brings together high school students, college student peer mentors, and college faculty to help students prepare for the rigors of college math and science The summer engineering academy is a 4-­‐week program that provides students with a hands-­‐on applied learning of various engineering disciplines. The program covers electrical engineering, math and basic physics. Gives participants the opportunity to discover what they like about STEM, connect to other like-­‐minded girls and mentors in the program, and take action to create their own path of success in STEM to make the world a better place. Held at the Maui Research & Tech Park, the popular two-­‐day sessions are designed to introduce and motivate students toward STEM careers. KapCC STEM Program NSF Federal Honolulu Community College Girl Scouts of Hawaii Private WIT U.S Departments of Labor, Agriculture, and Education, County of Maui, AFRL New Mexico Federal TM
STEMworks Internships Summer Engineering Academy Summer STEM Program Tech Careers Day Tech Meetings Maui Tech Meetings Maui is a Maui Economic Development High Tech Board (MEDB) program that promotes high tech and Maui visitor industry development through scientific and technical meetings. We can assist with scientific and technical meetings taking place on Maui by providing High Tech Maui materials to conferees, arranging for tours of Maui’s high tech assets and organizing special presentations. MEDB works with Maui hotels, County of Maui and the tech community to forge awareness of Maui as a technology destination. Federal TM
19 20 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Tech Together The Tech Together Program is an exciting 10-­‐day Partners in USDOE NHEA program that teaches sixth grade students and their Development families about renewable and non-­‐renewable energy. Foundation Federal TechOhana Maui TechOhana is a program organized by a partnership between the Maui Economic Development Board, Inc., and Maui Venture Consulting LLC. The meetings provide an informal networking opportunity open to anyone interested in Maui’s technology industry. Events include a short presentation on a relevant topic in business or technology, followed by the opportunity to talk with others with similar professional interests. The International Space Station Project The team's microlab, along with other experiments Girl Scouts of from U.S high schools nationwide, will be launched on Hawaii a spacecraft for delivery to the International Space Station. It will stay there for one month and during that time, girl scouts will get data downloaded from an astronaut's laptop to collect, monitor, and analyze. A summer experience for students transferring to the NHSEMP University of Hawaii Private Private The project works with UH Hilo researchers; undergraduates and graduate students to develop and deliver hands-­‐on, interactive STEM-­‐based mini-­‐
lessons and activities that are delivered to students in DOE classrooms, afterschool and intersession programs. Students across the state are given the opportunity to learn about engineering in fun and challenging ways by participating in related games, competitions, and other activities. WIT supports students from across the islands to participate in the expo by funding their travel. Students learn how to build a propulsion system, develop a controller and investigate weight and buoyancy in creative submerged challenges. PIPES NSF Federal WIT/ UH College of Engineering WIT Friends of Hawaii Robotics Private University Engineering Day Hosted by the College of Engineering, this half-­‐day event brings together 250 to 300 registered high school students, parents, teachers, and their counselors. University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Engineering Private University of Hawaii Hawaiian Internship The program goal is to connect undergraduates who are kamaaina, especially those of Native Hawaiian ancestry, to internship opportunities with agencies and organizations responsible for research, PIPES Kamehameha Schools, EPSCoR Hawaii IMUA Private Transfer Bridge Program Traveling STEM Days UH Engineering Expo Underwater Robotics High Tech Maui 20 21 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Program (UHHIP) management, and education relating to environmental issues in Hawaii and the Pacific region. University On-­‐
Campus Junior Expo A large group of 500 to 700 students come to the College and participate in a half-­‐day event filled with engineering exhibits, games and competitions. VEX IQ VEX Robotics Women in Renewable Energy Women Inspiring Through Innovation Work-­‐Study Internship Program Youth Health Corps University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Engineering Friends of Hawaii Robotics III, Hawaii Cooperative Studies United (HCSU), Hauoli Mau Loa Foundation Private Private The VEX platform allows students to design, assemble Friends of and quickly iterate their robots through trial and error Hawaii Robotics Private WiRE is a forum for women working to bring about a sustainable Hawaii powered by clean energy. Private A mini-­‐conference celebrating Women in STEM and finding out how to increase their numbers UH Manoa College of Engineering Federal Tropical Botanical Garden offers a work-­‐study internship designed for college-­‐ and university-­‐level students and other adults interested in expanding their knowledge of horticulture for career purposes. The YHC program is an opportunity for participants from Leeward Coast High Schools to spend time at the WCCHC as a part of its Health Careers Training Pipeline. NTBG Private Waianae Coast Comprehensi
ve Health Center Private 21 22 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Organizers Akamai Workforce Initiative http://kopiko.ifa.hawaii.edu/akamai/ 808.573.9534 [email protected] Bishop Museum http://www.bishopmuseum.org/education/ 808.847.3511 [email protected] Chaminade STEM Outreach Program Center for Microbial Oceanography (C-­‐MORE) http://cmore.soest.hawaii.edu/ 808.956.0901 [email protected] Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) http://www.epscor.hawaii.edu/ 808.956.8069 [email protected] Friends of Hawaii Robotics http://www.friendsofhawaiirobotics.org/ [email protected] Girl Scouts of Hawaii http://girlscouts-­‐hawaii.org/ 808.595.8400 gshi@girlscouts-­‐hawaii.org Hawaii Academy of Science (HAS) http://hawaiiacademyofscience.org/ 808.956.7930 [email protected] Hawaii Nature Center http://www.hawaiinaturecenter.org/ 808.955.0100 ext. 126 [email protected] Hawaii Space Grant Consortium: University of Hawaii http://www.spacegrant.hawaii.edu/ High Tech Maui http://www.hightechmaui.com/ 808.875.2300 Isis Hawaii Program http://www.isishawaii.org/ Kapiolani Community College STEM Program (KapCC STEM Program) http://stem.kcc.hawaii.edu 808.734.9389 [email protected] KUPU http://kupuhawaii.org/ 808.735.1221 [email protected] Leeward Community College Hooulu Program (Hooulu Program) http://www.leeward.hawaii.edu/hooulu 808.455.0225 [email protected] Malama Hawaii http://malamahawaii.org/ [email protected] Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) http://www.medb.org/ 808.875.2300 Na Pua Noeau: Center for Gifted and Talented Native Hawaiian Children http://npn.uhh.hawaii.edu/ [email protected]
22 23 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator National Tropical Botanical Gardens http://www.ntbg.org/ 808.332.7324 [email protected] Native Hawaiian Science and Engineering Mentorship Program (NHSEMP) http://nhsemp.eng.hawaii.edu/ 808.956.2289 [email protected] Pacific Internship Program for Exploring Science (PIPES) http://hilo.hawaii.edu/uhintern/ 808.933.0705 [email protected] Pacific Resources for Education and Learning (PREL) http://www.prel.org/ 808.441.1392 [email protected] Pacific Whale Foundation http://www.pacificwhale.org/content/education [email protected] Partners in Development Foundation http://www.pidfoundation.org/ 808.595.2752 [email protected] 23 24 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Analysis of Mapping The mapping of STEM development activities in the State revealed that Hawaii has STEM activities spanning all educational age ranges. When the programs were further classified by industry, location, exclusive Native Hawaiian focus, and exclusive women focus, significant trends emerged: 1. Continuity and connection between energy programming and environmental programming is lacking. 2. Robotics programs exist at all K-­‐12 ages and teach problem-­‐solving investigative skills, but they do not currently lead into computer related careers, especially for women. 3. Professional development programs, especially for young professionals, could benefit from additional attention and development. 4. Neighbor Islands, particularly Lanai and Molokai, have the lowest availability of STEM programming. Energy and Environment Environmental programs are prevalent in Hawaii especially at the elementary school, college and professional development levels. At the elementary school levels, programs work to instill a sense of responsibility to the earth from a young age. At the collegiate and professional development levels, programs work to channel individuals into sustainability and conservation-­‐related careers. It must also be noted that a significant portion of general STEM development programs that are included on this map include a piece of programming dedicated to environmental protection. As far as energy programs, the introduction of the Island Energy Inquiry curriculum is the main vehicle being used to create a greater awareness of the energy needs in the state. Students study solar thermal solutions, solar electricity with photovoltaic, island energy use, and island wind solutions using hands-­‐on projects. MEDB is also working to include additional topic areas in the program. This initiative is helping students across the state become more aware of local energy issues and more familiar with renewable energy technologies, while providing a platform to teach engineering and scientific principles. The current STEM pipeline provides a solid array of programming to encourage stewardship of the earth. In addition, energy focused programs are becoming more prevalent. However, there is not strong connection between conservation programming and energy programming. Both industries aim to preserve the environment. However, energy education highlights technology whereas, environmental education highlights protecting the earth from modern technology. Both share similar goals and could benefit from additional alignment in their programming. Robotics and Computer Science Robotics programming is available for K-­‐12 students on all islands. Extracurricular chapters at individual schools that come together for competitions are the primary organizers of these programs. The programs aim to develop problem-­‐solving skills and introduce elements of technology to students. Robotics programs introduce practical topics in computer science to students and encourage familiarity with both mechanical and computer technologies. The robotics programs are available to students from all participating schools and are supported by organizations such as Friends of Hawaii Robotics. Likewise at the college and professional development levels, opportunities exist for individuals to gain experience and training in computer-­‐based technologies. This would suggest that there is a strong pipeline into computer based high-­‐technology fields. However, only 1 percent of the baccalaureate degrees at the 24 25 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator University of Hawaii at Manoa are conferred in computer science, compared to the national average of just over 3 percent.10 This measurement, taken part of the way through the STEM pipeline, is an indicator that students are not joining the workforce in computer related fields and the majority of the workforce do not have the necessary technical skills for computer science roles in the high-­‐technology sector. Technology companies that report the need to seek programming talent from outside of Hawaii confirm the data anecdotally. Professional Development for Young Professionals Programming for technical training in Hawaii is represented in the pipeline through conferences and seminar series. However, absent from the pipeline are opportunities for young professionals to obtain career guidance, networking opportunities, and entry-­‐level high technology jobs. In particular, mentorship programs that have seen incredible success in other parts of the country, such as the Massachusetts Association of Women in Science mentorship program, are not represented in Hawaii STEM programming.11 The University of Hawaii system has several STEM education support programs that are successful at mentoring students through a STEM major at the college level. Additionally, professional societies and continuing education programming exist for established professionals. The unaddressed audience is young professionals. Non-­‐traditional career paths, especially in the field of high-­‐technology innovation, often characterize careers in this sector. Therefore, students encounter challenges charting their personal career paths in this field. The RISE program (Rewarding Internships for Sustainable Employment) fills part of this need by providing entry-­‐level internships into fields such as renewable energy. Many of the RISE interns support government and government-­‐supported agencies, such as the Department of Health and Hawaii Energy, and a minority are interning at high tech companies. Broader based mentorship programs can assist the transition from college to the professional world by providing guidance, support, motivation, and an example of how to be successful in a given industry. Currently, students in Hawaii have the opportunity to participate in MentorNetTM, a national organization that matches mentors and mentees virtually from all over the country. The organization has been successful in facilitating professional development mentorship. However, due to the fact that the program is remote, mentors are unable to address the specific challenges and opportunities associated with pursuing a career in Hawaii. Neighbor Island Needs The Maui Economic Development Board through their Women in Technology initiative has recently expanded their Island Energy Inquiry program to Lanai. Efforts like this are significant in beginning to develop individual programming on Molokai and Lanai that has been somewhat scarce in the past. Students in these communities are also able to take advantage of programs that are all state, and those orchestrated through Maui County. However, financial constraints often limit the involvement of these neighbor island students, which further supports the continuation and expansion of programs on the islands of Molokai and Lanai. Kauai has an abundance of environmental programming. However, Kauai appears to be lacking programming in general STEM, and high technology based fields, particularly computers and engineering. Similarly, Hawaii Island has a healthy representation of programming relating to the unique resources of the Island. Programming pertaining to geology and astronomy is well represented in the Hawaii Island pipeline. Yet, the island has fewer opportunities for students interested in learning about other STEM areas. 10
University of Hawaii at Manoa Office of Institutional Research (2012); What’s it worth?: Georgetown Center for Education and the Workforce (2010) 11
A Mentoring Program for Women Scientists Meets a Pressing Need: Nature Biotechnology (2011) 25 26 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Coordination Recommendations Coordination Between Energy and Environmental Programming Despite the alignment of interests, there has been little cross-­‐sector collaboration between STEM programs in the fields of energy and environment thus far. Environmental programs that emphasize sustainability often focus on individual actions, such as recycling, conserving resources, and protecting native species. On the other hand, energy programming is often focused on technology and the development of grid-­‐
scale projects to move Hawaii away from fossil fuel in order to protect the environment. It sometimes seems as though the environmental and the alternative energy industries are at odds. Yet both have the aligned goal of protecting the environment. Throughout the STEM pipeline, coordination can be improved by incorporating energy topics into environmental and conservation programs and enhancing the environment and sustainability focus of energy programs. It is important to note that the 2013 Hawaii Conservation Conference recently held in July, began to embrace this idea by focusing on cross-­‐sector collaboration. Such collaboration is essential and would support the missions of organizations in both of these focus areas. Coordination between Robotics and Professionals in Computer Related Careers The coordination between robotics programs and professionals in computer related careers would improve the transition between K-­‐12 robotics programming and entry into college majors and careers focused on and involving computer science. Robotics programs focus on the construction and programming of robots to participate in competitions. Professionals that utilize computer science skills in a variety of industries, such as energy, astronomy, conservation, marine science, data analytics, and computational medicine, have an opportunity to get involved in robotics programming to showcase the many applications of robotics skill sets. Through this intersection, many more students may choose to make the transition between robotics programs and computer-­‐related careers. Girls and women, in particular, are often motivated by the opportunity to use technical skills to make a meaningful impact in their community through the application of such technical skills. Coordination between Professional Societies and Recent Graduates A partnership between established professional societies, young professionals and recent graduates would be a valuable way to address the needs of this target audience. A possible means of interaction could be facilitated mentorship programs, such as that of the Massachusetts’s Association of Women in Science, with the goal of connecting students to experienced professionals – with a particular emphasis on women students and professionals active in the energy and technical fields. This line of programming would work to provide networks, educational opportunities, and mentorship to support students and professionals in learning skills that will enhance their ability to contribute to the developing technology and entrepreneurship sectors. Mentorship provides a means to develop a career trajectory in fields with non-­‐traditional career paths. This recommendation further serves the need to attract women to innovation careers as research has shown that mentors particularly influence women. As Masha Fridkis-­‐Hareli explains in her work published in Nature Biotechnology: “The majority of women scientists who have been successful in their careers share one thing in common: they have all been mentored either formally or informally by a friend, colleague or coach”.12 12
A Mentoring Program for Women Scientists Meets a Pressing Need: Nature Biotechnology (2011) 26 27 Mapping Hawaii’s STEM Development Pipeline Energy Excelerator Maintenance of Database Any mapping project is only as effective as the data collected. PICHTR does not claim that this map encompasses the entirety of STEM related activities in the state of Hawaii. Rather, it is intended to serve as a jumping off point, providing a snapshot of the space, as we understand it in mid-­‐2013. Please contact [email protected] with any programs missing from this document or updates to current programming. Please include the name, a short description, the organizer, the funding source, the island the program is located on, and any exclusive focus on women or minorities. The Energy Excelerator staff at PICHTR will attempt to re-­‐visit this topic on a yearly basis and distribute an updated map. Mahalo to Individuals and Organizations Consulted This project would not have been possible without all of the stakeholder organizations that shared information and offered input and advice. Mahalo! 3D Academy Collin Kobayashi Center for Microbial Oceanography: Research and Education Barb Bruno Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research Noelani Puniwai Friends of Hawaii Robotics Lenny Klompus Hawaii Space Grant Consortium Art Kimura KUPU Leilani Pena Na Pua Noeau Pacific Resources for Education Ethan Allan Partners in Development Foundation Laura Dang Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center Amy Asam Women in Technology Lesley Bristol Graham DeVey 27