Python Programming for Women Receives Inspiring Programs in STEM Award

New York Tech’s Python Programming for Women training initiative has received the 2021 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education.

The Inspiring Programs in STEM Award honors colleges and universities that encourage and assist students from underrepresented groups to enter the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The Python Programming for Women training was tailored to women, single parents, and caregivers impacted by the pandemic market downturn; it started in late March and lasted for six weeks. Spearheaded by College of Engineering and Computing Sciences staff and faculty, the Python Programming for Women training is featured along with 78 other recipients in the September 2021 issue of Insight Into Diversity magazine (page 46).

Inspiring Programs in STEM Award winners were selected by INSIGHT Into Diversity based on efforts to inspire and encourage a new generation of young people to consider careers in STEM through mentoring, teaching, research, and successful programs and initiatives.

“We know that many STEM programs are not always recognized for their success, dedication, and mentorship for underrepresented students,” says Lenore Pearlstein, owner and publisher of INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. “We want to honor the schools and organizations that have created programs that inspire and encourage young people who may currently be in or are interested in a future career in STEM. We are proud to honor these programs as role models to other institutions of higher education and beyond.”