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Ever wondered if starting at a community college could lead to a dream career? In this episode of StemCast, we chat with Claire, a restoration ecologist at the Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration at UC Santa Barbara. Despite initially heading for an English major, Claire's passion for the environment led them to a thriving career managing the 130-acre North Campus Open Space...

How do you stay ahead in a world where tech never stops evolving? In this episode, we talk with Marilene Roder about her inspiring career in STEM. From earning her master's in Brazil to 21 years at IBM and now driving innovation at Nvidia, Marilene shares how persistence and curiosity have shaped her path. Tune in to hear her insights on navigating change, embracing new challenges, and balancing w...

Loved Part 1 with Noelle? Get ready–this conversation is about to get even better. In this follow-up episode of StemCast, Noelle Tongvillanueva shares even more insights into her unique career journey. Starting with her father's influence and her strong SAT scores that steered her toward engineering, Noelle opens up about her path from sales engineering to her current role as a business developmen...

Ever felt outnumbered but determined to succeed? In this empowering episode of StemCast, we talk with Noelle Tongvillanueva, a regional sales business development manager who started her career in industrial and systems engineering. Noelle shares how she pivoted from designing systems to mastering the art of sales engineering, combining technical expertise with strategic customer engagement. Along...

Are you worried about changing careers? In this fascinating episode of StemCast, we chat with Jessica Horvath, a former neuroscientist turned data scientist who currently works at IBM as a Watson X subject matter expert. Jessica takes us through her early days researching at Albert Einstein College and Rockefeller University, where she conducted brain surgery on mice and analyzed complex data. She...

Curious about which engineering path to dive into? In this insightful episode of StemCast, we sit down with Gabriel, a UC Davis graduate who began his journey in Biomedical Engineering, only to find himself drawn to the medical field. Gabriel dives into what inspired his choice of major and advises which engineering major is best for specific interests. Moreover, he delves into the unique intersec...

Are you worried you aren't ready for what computer science has in store for you? In this inspiring episode of StemCast, we chat with Patricia, who entered computer science with little knowledge about the field. After graduating with her master's in computer science, she began her career as a software quality assurance engineer, mastering each stage of the software development lifecycle. Now, as a...

Ever wondered how science skills can lead to a career in tech? In this exciting episode of StemCast, we chat with Roy, a tech innovator who began his career in chemistry before transitioning to the fast-paced world of technology. Coming from Britain, Roy's career journey is a testament to the power of adaptability and lifelong learning. Tune in as he shares how one course ignited his passion for t...

Ready to unlock the secrets of combining business savvy with cutting-edge tech skills? In this must-listen episode of StemCast, we sit down with Klaus Roder, a dynamic Program Director at IBM who works with Sustainability Software, Data, and AI. Klaus started his journey majoring in business before making a bold leap into computer science. Now, he masterfully blends both fields to drive innovation...

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