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Science Career Pathways Explored

February 26, 2020 7:37 pm Published by FIRST in Texas

STEM careers have long seen above-average job growth, and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in scientific fields... View Article

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Girls in FIRST, Women in Science

February 11, 2020 8:00 am Published by FIRST in Texas

FIRST in Texas, statewide partners, and even robotics teams are working diligently to introduce more girls to STEM fields and give... View Article

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Putting the S in STEM with FIRST in Texas

February 6, 2020 11:41 am Published by FIRST in Texas

FIRST in Texas gives students in the Lone Star State access to an exciting world of education, innovation, and experimentation. It’s... View Article

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Thank You For Helping FIRST in Texas Create Opportunities for Texas Youth!

December 10, 2019 2:28 pm Published by FIRST in Texas

When we established FIRST in Texas, we could not have imagined how the community would rally behind our cause in such profound,... View Article

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How STEM Programs Solve the Skills Gap Crisis in the Workforce

October 10, 2019 10:00 am Published by FIRST in Texas

The skills gap in the workforce is no joke. It’s a serious issue. Even just a cursory search for the... View Article

FIRST in Texas Grants – Apply! Apply! Apply!

August 1, 2019 9:31 am Published by FIRST in Texas

The FIRST in Texas grant opportunity is all about helping kids get access to participate on a FIRST robotics team and... View Article

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Scholarships: Knowledge is Power

April 16, 2019 6:33 am Published by FIRST in Texas

For 30 years, FIRST® has been capturing imaginations and inspiring future technology leaders and innovators. According to the Brandeis University... View Article

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How FIRST in Texas Helps Solve the Middle Skills Gap

March 7, 2019 12:19 pm Published by FIRST in Texas

The experts are looking into the future of work, and there is a growing demand for middle-skill workers, but there’s... View Article

Engineering Series: Career Paths in the Workforce

February 26, 2019 3:11 pm Published by FIRST in Texas

The High Demand For Engineers The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts growth for engineering jobs over the next several years through... View Article

FIRST in Texas Opens Up a World of Opportunities For Young Engineers

February 7, 2019 6:00 am Published by FIRST in Texas

When students dive into the world of FIRST in Texas, they are doing themselves (and their future) a huge favor.... View Article

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