STEM ResearcHER Newsletter: April 2025

Wishing everyone a great April!

STEM ResearcHER is a 501c3 nonprofit organization working to bridge the gender and accessibility gap in STEM research fields through speaker workshops, mentorship programs, and other community events.

EXCITING NEWS: Sign Up for Our Stem Bootcamp!

STEMResearcHER will be hosting a free bootcamp from 10AM - 12PM CST on April 26-27 and May 3-4! It will cover topics in STEM like bioengineering, CS, entrepreneurship, and medicine. We will have guest speakers share their own experiences and insights into the field as well. This is a great opportunity to learn about different career paths and connect with students!

Ongoing Opportunities

Join our Education Team

STEMResearcHER has spots open in our education team! On the education team, you will support our Directors of Education in developing our curriculum, planning events, and mentoring students. This opportunity is open to highschool students and is a great way to develop your leadership skills, work with like-minded students, and explore STEM!

Apply here and email [email protected] if you have any questions.

General Volunteer Applications

STEM ResearcHER is currently accepting applications on a rolling basis for volunteers. We have positions on our marketing, sponsorships, and ambassadors team. If you’re interested in contributing to our mission and working with STEM ResearcHER, please consider applying with this link! Email us at [email protected] if you have any additional questions! 

Opportunities for Students

🧪 Research Programs

💻 Coding & Engineering Programs

🧠 STEM Competitions

🔬 Internships & Volunteer

🌍 STEM Conferences & Events

Tips for AP Exams

AP Exams are coming up! Here are some tips to prepare.

1. General Resources

• Khan Academy (Free) – AP Calc, APUSH, AP Bio, etc.
  → khanacademy.org

• Fiveable (Free + Paid) – Cram sessions, study guides, and practice questions
  → fiveable.me

• Albert.io (Paid, sometimes school-sponsored) – Practice questions by topic
  → albert.io

• College Board (Free) – Official practice questions & course/exam info
  → apstudents.collegeboard.org

2. Youtube Channels

• Heimler’s History – APUSH, AP World, AP Gov

• The Organic Chemistry Tutor – AP Calc, Stats, Chem, Physics

• Jaclyn Hill – AP Bio

• John Moscatiello (Marco Learning) – AP Lang, AP Lit

3. Exam Tips

1. Know the format – Practice with official College Board questions.

2. Use past exams – Best prep = real questions.

3. Create a schedule – Break review into daily chunks.

4. Review rubrics – Know how FRQs are scored.

5. Practice timing – Simulate real test conditions.

6. Make flashcards – Key terms, formulas, vocab.

7. Use study guides – Barron’s or Princeton Review

8. . Teach someone else – Explaining = understanding.

9.  Group study – Compare notes and quiz each other.

10. Active recall > rereading – Test yourself often.

Organization Spotlight

Scientific Adventures for Girls (SAfG)

Scientific Adventures offers resources and programs to support girls in STEM, particularly those from marginalized communities. Read on for some of the ways you can get involved with Scientific Adventures. Keep in mind that some of these opportunities are only available to those based in the Bay Area. More information can be found here.

Get Involved:

• Volunteer at their Family STEAM Nights

• Become a Near Peer Mentor

• Build Stem Kits for SAfG events

• Sponsor STEM supplies for events

• Support Financially

• Become a Substitute Teaching Assistant

• Become a Summer Library Teaching Assistant

What is Kinesiology?

Kinesiology is the scientific study of human movement. It combines anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and psychology to understand how the body moves and functions. It's a strong foundation for careers in health, fitness, sports, and rehabilitation.

Career Pathways in Kinesiology

High School Preparation

Recommended Classes:

• Biology

• Anatomy and Physiology

• Physics

• Psychology

• Health or Sports Science

• PE or Fitness Training

Extracurricular Activities:

• Join a sports team or fitness club

• Volunteer at physical therapy clinics or hospitals

• Intern or shadow professionals in sports medicine or physical therapy

• Join HOSA or health science clubs

Summer Programs and Pre-College Opportunities:

• University of Southern California: Biokinesiology Summer Program

• UC Davis Young Scholars Program (Biological sciences focus)

• Stanford Clinical Summer Internship (healthcare exposure)

• Local community college courses in health or anatomy

Certifications to Explore in High School

• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (Red Cross or American Heart Association)

• Personal Trainer Certification (for students age 18+, such as NASM or ACE Youth Programs)

• Coaching Certifications through NFHS or local sports organizationsWe would love to hear your feedback!

Contact Us:

Email [email protected]

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