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Dr. Calvin Mackie Honored as a 2026 Legend of Louisiana for Advancing STEM Education and Contributions to His State and Community
NEW ORLEANS, LA – Dr. Calvin Mackie, a visionary engineer, educator, and founder of STEM NOLA and STEM Global Action, was named a 2026 Louisiana Legend by the Friends of Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB). This prestigious award recognizes individuals making significant contributions to the culture, history, and development of the state of Louisiana. At the celebratory gala, family, friends, colleagues, and civic leaders honored Dr. Mackie, reflecting on his incredible journey from a Black, working-class community to a globally recognized advocate for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education.
Dr. Calvin Mackie Delivers Powerful Commencement Address at Xavier University, Receives Honorary Doctorate
NEW ORLEANS, LA – Dr. Calvin Mackie, founder and CEO of STEM Global Action, delivered a deeply emotional and energetic commencement address to the graduates of the Xavier University of Louisiana Graduate Programs and College of Pharmacy. During the milestone celebration, Xavier University also awarded Dr. Mackie an honorary doctorate in Humane Letters, recognizing his relentless dedication to education, equity, and community service.
New Orleans Teenager Who Read Street Signs as a Toddler and Joined MENSA at Age 4 Heads to Howard University—On Her Own Terms, with Her Own Vision of the Future
Before she could walk steadily, Anala Beevers could read. Riding down the interstate one afternoon, strapped into her car seat at 15 months old, she looked out the window and announced, "West Baton Rouge." Little Anala stunned her parents. "My husband and I were like, wait, did she just say West...
Dr. Calvin Mackie Receives 2025 ASME Ralph Coats Roe Medal
NEW ORLEANS, LA — The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has named Dr. Calvin Mackie, Founder and CEO of STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action, the 2025 recipient of the ASME Ralph Coats Roe Medal — one of the most distinguished honors in the field of engineering. The award recognizes...
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action Announces New Chief of Staff
NEW ORLEANS (press release) — STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action has announced the appointment of Angèle McClain as Chief of Staff & Special Assistant to the CEO. A native of New Orleans and a longstanding member of the STEM NOLA family, McClain’s journey is a powerful testament to the...
Myles Mackie: A Remarkable Story about Mastering STEM to Make a Difference
Myles with his proud Mom and Dad, Tracy and Calvin, at his graduation from Howard University in the SpringAs a college student, Myles Mackie spent a summer researching the effects of free stream turbulence on low-speed airfoils at the DEVCOM Army Research Labs, another helping design a user...
Bridging Education, Workforce Development, & Economic Prosperity
Jim Pittman Chief Communications Officer, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action The Collaborative Power of STEM NOLA & the Mayor's Summer Youth Program (MSYEP) In an era where technology is shaping every facet of our economy, the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)...
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 19K K-12th graders in first half of 2025
Jim Pittman Chief Communications Officer, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action Empowering and inspiring 18,995 future innovators across 7 states with hands-on STEM activities In the first six months of 2025, STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action engaged 18,995 students across 7 states—empowering the next...
Tulane Announces Entrepreneur Of The Year Award
NEW ORLEANS, LA—Dr. Calvin Mackie, Founder and CEO of STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action, has been named the recipient of Tulane University’s Outstanding Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The honor was presented at the Albert Lepage Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation Awards Gala, held at the Audubon Tea Room in New Orleans. The award recognizes individuals whose entrepreneurial efforts have made a significant and lasting impact on their communities.
STEM NOLA Receives Prestigious Presidential Award For Excellence In Mentoring STEM Students
NEW ORLEANS, LA—President Joe Biden has awarded STEM NOLA the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). The New Orleans-based non-profit is a national leader in breaking down racial, ethnic, and gender barriers in teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to K-12 students.
STEM NOLA celebrates six Fellows advancing in the National STEM Challenge
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New Orleans, LA – STEM NOLA is proud to announce that six students from our STEM Fellows program have been selected to advance in the prestigious 2025 National STEM Challenge presented by EXPLR. This incredible achievement is a testament to the dedication, creativity, and...
STEM Saturday Ignites Curiosity and Fun with Special Guest U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D.
160 students and 37 volunteers registered for "The Power of Chemistry," presented by STEM Baton Rouge - with 68% of K-12 students qualifying for the Free/Reduced Lunch Program. On Saturday, November 23, 2024, STEM Baton Rouge hosted an extraordinary STEM Saturday at the Louisiana Key Academy Baton...
STEM Engagement Highlights from the National Urban League’s 34th Annual Youth Leadership Summit 2024
STEM NOLA's "The Physics of Sound" exposed, engaged and inspired participants in hands-on learning. This week, Xavier University of Louisiana became the epicenter of innovation and leadership as it hosted the 34th Annual National Urban League's Youth Leadership Summit 2024. This year’s summit,...
STEM NOLA | STEM Global Action expose, engage, and inspire a future workforce
Dr. Calvin Mackie's vision and commitment to education and economic prosperity through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics In the bustling streets of New Orleans, amidst the vibrant culture and rich history, a movement is underway, one that's not only transforming the lives of its...
Jamira Hunter Finds a Path in Nursing with the Help of STEM NOLA
Dedication, self-discovery, and a passion for learning are the hallmarks of Jamira Hunter's remarkable journey. Her introduction to the world of STEM began in seventh grade when she first encountered STEM NOLA. This New Orleans program shaped her career path and influenced her approach to making a...
Microsoft, NFL hosts educational STEM event for Dillard University students
Author: Whitney Miller / WWL LouisianaPublished: 10:21 PM CST February 20, 2024Updated: 10:21 PM CST February 20, 2024 NEW ORLEANS — Fifty lucky students at Dillard University got a big surprise on Tuesday. Brand new Laptop Go 3’s. Microsoft distributed them as a donation to help tackle the...
Two STEM NOLA Fellows Selected as Champions of National STEM Challenge
Champions will travel to National STEM Festival in AprilNew Orleans, LA - STEM NOLA is honored to announce that two STEM NOLA Fellows have been selected as Champions of the National STEM Challenge. Naya Ellis, 9th Grader at John F. Kennedy High SchoolNaya created WingItt, an affordable watch that...
Three STEM NOLA Fellows Advance as Finalists in National STEM Challenge
Three Local Schools Represented by STEM FellowsNew Orleans, LA - STEM NOLA is thrilled to announce the outstanding achievement of three STEM Fellows who have advanced to the final round of the National STEM Challenge. The exceptional projects that secured their advancement are as follows:...
Calvin Mackie Honored as Recipient for Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications
Award Given by the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine, in partnership with Schmidt FuturesSTEM NOLA, flagship affiliate of STEM Global Action, is excited to share that Dr. Calvin Mackie, our Founder and CEO, has been selected as one of the esteemed recipients of the Eric and...
STEM NOLA’S PARTNERS WITH NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION AND OCHSNER FOR STEM FEST, ENGAGING OVER 600 PEOPLE
Event hosted during NMA 2023 Annual Convention and Scientific AssemblySTEM NOLA, a leading nonprofit organization focused on promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, recently hosted a STEM Fest, presented by The National Medical Association (NMA) and powered by...
STEM NOLA’S ROCKET DAY ENGAGES OVER 450 PEOPLE FOR ANNUAL EVENT
STEM NOLA, a leading nonprofit organization focused on promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, recently hosted its annual Rocket Day event. The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD STEM) and The Boeing Company sponsored the event last Saturday at the UNO Lakefront...
For Frank T. Joshua Jr., the Path To Success Starts with Hard Work
When Frank T. Joshua, Jr. was young, growing up in New Orleans, his mom knew how to motivate her son. He played sports and “was into everything,” recalls Zolee Thomas, but above all other activities, he loved playing in the band. It became her magic wand. “It was like, ‘if you don't write your...
Citing the Lack of Diversity in STEM, Dr. Calvin Mackie Calls for a New Approach to Advance STEM Education
Dr. Mackie, a Leading STEM Educator, Warns of Consequences for Communities of Color
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Speaking to medical engineers at the University of Minnesota Institute for Engineering in Medicine, Dr. Calvin Mackie warned conference attendees that America must diversify science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields to ensure that technological advances can benefit populations of color. Calling STEM a “life or death” issue, Dr. Mackie urged medical engineers to help bring more diversity to STEM fields by changing the approach to STEM education. Dr. Mackie, an award-winning mentor, inventor, author, and former engineering professor, said that technology inexplicably hasn’t always worked on people of color.Dr. Mackie believes having more Black and Brown STEM experts working on these issues would help ease the concerns.
Aaron Marshall Found His Path as a Mechanical Engineer
About 10 years ago, a middle school student, Aaron Marshall, walked into a basketball gym about 45 minutes from his hometown of Hammond, La., and saw rows of booths with hands-on STEM activities, from 3-D printing to robotics.