“The universe is full of light and mystery. Our Flying Cloud community—families, schools, staff, volunteers, artists, scientists—creates a constellation together that lights up our world with joyous exploration.” – Maria Rundle, Executive Director
As reported in MIT Professional Education, the gender gap in STEM is still gaping in 2023. In fact, the underrepresentation of women in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields not only persists but remains significant, with women making up only 28% of the STEM workforce. “This disparity is concerning, as it leads to a lack of diversity and inclusion, and ultimately limits the potential of the STEM industry,” writes Clara Piloto. “Addressing existing underrepresentation is critical as the world grapples with economic, environmental, geopolitical, societal, and technological risks. Closing the…