Educators, employers and community leaders gathered on Thursday, October 23rd at the University of Minnesota to celebrate the official launch of the Twin Cities STEM Network, an initiative dedicated to building equitable pathways into high-demand STEM careers, and growing the pipeline of interested students.

Co-hosted by OIC of America and the Institute for Engineering in Medicine (IEM) at the University of Minnesota, the launch event convened cross-sector partners committed to expanding access to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education and workforce opportunities.

The Twin Cities STEM Network will serve as a collaborative platform to align industry, education and community organizations, ensuring that youth across both urban and rural communities have the resources, mentorship and connections needed to thrive.

OIC of America extends its sincere gratitude to all who joined this important milestone event and to the partners who continue to champion access to STEM opportunities.

To learn more about the Twin Cities STEM Network and ways to get involved, visit https://oicofamerica.org/twincitiesstem/