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Meet Dr. Scyatta Wallace: Find Your Own Way and the Need for a More Inclusive Path in STEM
Manage episode 476263157 series 2801342
Episode Summary
Women in STEM: Journeys and Challenges
Natoshia welcomed Dr. Toshia and introduced her guest, Dr. Scyatta Wallace, who has been a valuable LinkedIn connection. Scyatta shared her journey in the finance and financial literacy space, particularly with black women, women of color, and women in STEM. Dr. Toshia discussed her journey as a woman in STEM, starting from her high school research activities to her college experiences. She initially considered a career in medicine, but her interests shifted towards research, particularly in developmental psychology and resilience. Dr. Scyatta also shared her experiences as a woman of color in academia, highlighting the importance of finding positive role models and the challenges of balancing multiple degrees. Natoshia empathized with Dr. Wallace's experiences, sharing her own struggles with physics and the need for a more inclusive approach to STEM education.
Dr. Wallace Bio
She navigated the STEM world successfully as a tenured Professor, acquiring funding from federal/foundation sources. She learned a lot along the way navigating her STEM career journey & supporting youth in creating a successful pathway to theirs.
She understands that broad career readiness skills enhance innovation and build professional capabilities that are important for advancement in STEM. She can help you provide effective career & leadership programs at your institution.
She has over 15 years of experience developing youth-centered programs & tailored offerings. Therefore, when you work with her, you are supporting youth in a way that is engaging and speaks to them.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drscyattawallace/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drscyatta
To Learn More Visit www.successinstem.org
Support the show
You can find out more information about Dr. Toshia here:
https://www.drtoshia.co
STEMming in Stilettos Youtube Channel: https://youtu.be/xAc25J7UH9A
140 episodes
Manage episode 476263157 series 2801342
Episode Summary
Women in STEM: Journeys and Challenges
Natoshia welcomed Dr. Toshia and introduced her guest, Dr. Scyatta Wallace, who has been a valuable LinkedIn connection. Scyatta shared her journey in the finance and financial literacy space, particularly with black women, women of color, and women in STEM. Dr. Toshia discussed her journey as a woman in STEM, starting from her high school research activities to her college experiences. She initially considered a career in medicine, but her interests shifted towards research, particularly in developmental psychology and resilience. Dr. Scyatta also shared her experiences as a woman of color in academia, highlighting the importance of finding positive role models and the challenges of balancing multiple degrees. Natoshia empathized with Dr. Wallace's experiences, sharing her own struggles with physics and the need for a more inclusive approach to STEM education.
Dr. Wallace Bio
She navigated the STEM world successfully as a tenured Professor, acquiring funding from federal/foundation sources. She learned a lot along the way navigating her STEM career journey & supporting youth in creating a successful pathway to theirs.
She understands that broad career readiness skills enhance innovation and build professional capabilities that are important for advancement in STEM. She can help you provide effective career & leadership programs at your institution.
She has over 15 years of experience developing youth-centered programs & tailored offerings. Therefore, when you work with her, you are supporting youth in a way that is engaging and speaks to them.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drscyattawallace/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drscyatta
To Learn More Visit www.successinstem.org
Support the show
You can find out more information about Dr. Toshia here:
https://www.drtoshia.co
STEMming in Stilettos Youtube Channel: https://youtu.be/xAc25J7UH9A
140 episodes
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