Author

Amanda Rahn

Amanda Rahn's Latest Articles

Social entreprises Rebel Nell and York Project opened their shared brick and mortar at Holden Block in late summer.
The social entrepreneur effect: How 3 mission-driven businesses are giving back to Detroit

Here's how an edible cookie dough company, a graffiti jewelry maker, and streetwear clothing line are putting down roots and engaging with their community.

From left to right, panel moderator Andrea Harp, Alyssa Space, Deirdre Roberson, Britney Epps, Jadel Davis, Audra Carson, and Cassie Byrd.
Women in STEM propel the next generation at the Michigan Science Center

The Michigan Science Center hosted a panel discussion with six women in STEM fields on Jan. 30. They answered questions related to their personal experiences as women in STEM, strategies to become better mentors, and their vision for the future of girls in STEM fields.

In addition to being an “explainer” of STEM concepts, MiSci’s youth docents will also be “facilitators of learning.”
Michigan Science Center’s Explainers aims to encourage Detroit high schoolers to consider STEM

This summer through the Explainers programs, the Michigan Science Center plans to hire 15 Southeast Michigan high school students to work as docents. The pilot project focuses specifically on Detroit youth as they are the most underserved in the region with respect to attaining Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) skills.

Our Partners

The Kresge Foundation logo
Ford Foundaiton

Don't miss out!

Everything Detroit, in your inbox every week.

Close the CTA

Already a subscriber? Enter your email to hide this popup in the future.