Keys to the Future

Hispanics make up almost one-fifth of the US population, yet they are underrepresented in STEM fields. Listen to Dr. Lianette Rivera-Baez and Lourdes Matos-Rivera share their experiences on achieving STEM degrees and thriving in their STEM careers. Keys to the Future podcast was named one of the  Top 90 STEM Podcasts  by Feedspot! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook !

Space exploration has fueled our curiosity for centuries. Space missions require the collaboration of many different professions, such as scientists, engineers, technicians, and many more. Listen to how Meg Lang , a space mission engineer, is inspiring young minds to reach for the stars and beyond! To become a Space Pen Pal and learn more from this amazing space mission engineer send your mail to:...

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects are challenging but that should not deter you from pursuing a STEM-related career if that is your interest. Listen to our panel of guests, Amanda Field, Ashley Strong, and Jessica Romeroll , share their experiences on how to successfully navigate your STEM degree. Keys to the Future podcast was named one of the  Top 90 STEM Podcasts...

Women exhibit key traits of strong leadership, such as honesty, intelligence, compassion, and innovation yet they are underrepresented in executive leadership roles. Listen to Mary Petryszyn , retired Corporate Vice President and President of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector, offer her advice on women succeeding in executive roles. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook . Keys to the Future po...

Whether you’re still in school, starting your career, a new project, or a job, or mid to late career and beyond, a growth mindset is essential to stimulate your life with rewarding experiences and achieve your goals. Listen to our panel, Zeina Barrett and Dr. Suzette Johnson , provide their advice on fostering a growth mindset no matter your career stage. Keys to the Future podcast was named one o...

Women continue to be outnumbered by men in the technology industry, but don’t let that be a deterrent from pursuing a career in technology. Listen to this accomplished panel of technical women, Stephanie Dinkins, Dr. Trisha Hinners, and Amy Vidrine , and learn how they have navigated some of the challenges in the technology industry. Keys to the Future podcast was named one of the  ⁠ Top 90 STEM P...

Only one in four C-Suite leaders is a woman. Listen to Nadine Alameh , the CEO of the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC), offer her insights into women achieving executive roles. Keys to the Future podcast was named one of the  ⁠ Top 90 STEM Podcasts ⁠  by Feedspot! Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠ !

Being hyper-focused on the mission is one of the many key skills military veterans offer civilian employers. Listen to this panel of veterans, Lindsey Knudson and Les Johnson , to learn how to successfully put your military experience to work in the civilian world. Keys to the Future podcast was named one of the  ⁠ Top 90 STEM Podcasts ⁠  by Feedspot! Follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠ !

Let’s talk about the three Rs: R elate, R epeat, R eframe, and how this framework can help your perspective to effect change within yourself to accomplish your goals! We take a look back at previous episodes to hear the advice of our guests and how their insights align with the three Rs paradigm.

Growing up in close proximity to the US-Mexico border, Ray Mendoza faced many challenges but he did not let them deter him from pursuing his passion for computers and learning. It was his curiosity about computers that got the FBI’s attention (in a good way!). Listen to Ray’s inspiring STEM journey.

Listen to the STEM journey of Lauryn Mwale, author of The Shuri Effect: Bridging the gap for young Black Women in STEM . Lauryn gives us three key pieces of advice to follow your passion but also be open to re-direct your path as opportunities arise. Find her book on Amazon !

Engineering is a team sport! One of the key ingredients in developing great solutions is communication. Listen to our panel of experts, Lindsey Beaubien, Gabby Coe, Rachel Elliot, Amanda Mueller, and Christy Predaina, share their advice on how to engineer your team for success by emphasizing the human element of great communication. Learn more about this team's work defining effective communicatio...

Graduating from college is so exciting and now you’re starting your new career, but you're wondering how to make that transition from academics to the professional world. Two-time winner of the Black Engineer of the Year Award, Kerron Duncan, provides his advice on transitioning from academics to the workforce and immersing yourself in your new professional environment.

Good leaders lead by example, put others first, and look to influence and motivate their teams to achieve results together. Our panel of guests has worked in STEM careers for many years successfully leading teams to achieve results. Listen to advice from Heather Newlin and Gabe Hoffman on what makes a good leader.

Akyiaa Morrison knew at an early age that she wanted to be an engineer. Along the way she encountered challenges, but that did not deter her from achieving her goal. To encourage children who might also be interested in engineering, Akyiaa applied her Civil Engineering skills to author Awesome Construction Activities for Kids , a book made especially for kids who are crazy about construction. List...

If you’re a soon-to-be college graduate, chances are you have already started to think about your first “real” job. Or maybe you’re thinking about making a move to another opportunity if you’re already in the workforce. Either way, don’t let this process intimidate you by getting valuable advice from career coach Arnold Morales .

Of course, She can! Women play an important role in developing engineering and technology solutions for our society. Listen to advice from Stephanie Slocum, author of She Engineers , to help prepare yourself for a successful engineering career. Visit Ms. Slocum's website ( Engineers Rising ) for more resources that will help you live your best life as a woman engineer!

Engineers are curious and always looking for ways to make things better and improve our lives. Want to be an engineer? Learn how a journalism class helped our guest, Rich Schramke, in his engineering career. Listen to his amazing engineering journey and get his helpful advice on how to be a great engineer.

Cyber security concerns all of us! Dr. Brian McElyea has made it his mission to ensure our nation’s information systems are never compromised. Listen to his advice on what it takes to be a great cyber security engineer.

Seventy percent of us experience feelings of inadequacy and not being worthy of our own accomplishments - this feeling is known as Impostor Syndrome. Listen to Kathy McLernon and Dr. Malika Grayson share their advice on how to overcome this interesting phenomenon.

In her "Tip of the Iceberg" story, Shawnette Adams shares her journey to becoming a National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Engineer of the Year and gives her advice on how to stay focused on achieving your goals.

The 3Es paradigm: Education, Experience, Exposure can help you define your path to success. Listen to Tim Boyd provide his perspective on the importance these three key aspects play in helping you accomplish your goals.

In her "Tip of the Iceberg" story, Madeline Guillen shares how her dreams of a STEM career began in middle school, reveals her journey to become a successful electrical engineer, and how she continues to reach for the stars to achieve her goals.

Good habits are those actions you want to repeat, have a positive effect on you, and can help you be your best self! Listen to Dr. Hung Le’s advice on adopting Stephen Covey’s Eight Habits of Effective People to be at your very best!

In his Tip of the Iceberg story, Dr. Jeffrey Avery reminds us that challenges are mini lessons in the big curriculum of life and encountering challenges shows us there is always something more to learn in order to make progress. Listen to his inspiring journey on becoming the second African American to graduate with a Doctoral degree in Computer Science from Purdue University and how he continues...