STEM must meet people where they are

Abstract

Ideas in science and engineering drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth-this is true around the world, inspiring people to want to be part of this enterprise. I hear this across the United States. Everywhere I go, people tell me that they want opportunities for themselves and their families to learn and solve real-world problems, to revitalize their communities, and to find paths to build a better life without necessarily having to move away from home. In short, people want to pursue possibilities where they live. Fortunately, this is feasible and finally starting to happen.