by Samantha Marsillo | Jul 24, 2017 | Blog, Guest Blog Post, Science Education
When it comes to gender stereotyping, how much of a difference can one year make? According to new research, a whole lot actually. From ages five to six, young girls are shifting their opinions about who is “smart”. The worst part? They have no idea...
by Darlene Cavalier | Feb 12, 2010 | Blog, News, Science Education
It was announced today that Barbie’s newest career will be that of a Computer Engineer. Why? “Girls who discover their futures through Barbie will learn that they – just like engineers – are free to explore infinite possibilities, and that their dreams can...
by Darlene Cavalier | Mar 2, 2009 | Blog, In the News, News
In 1996, a photographer at Discover Magazine (where I work) asked me to be the subject of a “before and after” image. “Depends,” I replied. “Am I the ‘before’ or ‘after’?” “Both,” he said....