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SEMINAR: 2610 Creating Your Best Future! The 7 Habits of Successful Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Students

AgendaIntroductionWhat are the 7 Habits?Panelists Wisdom & DiscussionReflection & Share OutKey Takeaways & Closing

Christian Small

Reactor Engineering ManagerExelon Generation Clinton Power StationB.S. Nuclear Engineering, University of Illinois

Chla Wallace

Assistant Director of Science School Support (Grades 6-12)Mastery Charter SchoolsB.A in Chemistry, University of VirginiaM.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction with emphasis in Integrated Science Teaching, Our Lady of the Lake University

Austin Haygood

Senior Systems Engineer IIRaytheon Missile SystemsB.S. Aerospace Engineering, Iowa State University

Nicole Toler

Manager of Electrical Engineering- Northrop Grumman CorporationM.S.E.E. , California State University, Long Beach, B.S.E.E. , Howard University

7 Habits of Successful STEM students

Develop Spiritual Core

What it is:Your system of deeply held beliefs & valuesWhat you get:Inspiration, Motivation, Clarity, Improved Behavior, Tangible Results, Self-Fulfillment, Resiliency, Rejuvenation What you do:Continually evaluate/seek sources ofwisdom and reflect on the big picture Align habits with values and beliefs

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Craft Your VisionSet The VisionBrandBHAGBig Hairy Audacious GoalMake a BlueprintEmbrace the VisionProtect the Vision

Accept Responsibility Youre in chargeCollegeCareer pacePromotion Take calculated risks that align with the vision

Strive for ExcellenceUnderstand the objectiveHave Grit & Tenacity Bloom where you are plantedAccountability To youOthers on your teamFamily & Friends

Be a Lifelong LearnerEmbrace the following as habitsCritical ThinkingTinkeringCuriosityBe open to growthTest & Recognize Opportunity Fight for Clarity

Build Interpersonal SkillsHumility is a mustDevelop skills in the HumanitiesReadingWritingSpeakingServants HeartSuggested Book: How to Win Friends & Influence People

NetworkYour network is your net worthMentor/sponsor needed at every stage of your lifeFollow-throughSupport AdvocatesGratitude

Panelists Wisdom & Discussion

Reflection & Share OutWhich of the suggested habits is an area of strength?Which of the following habits is an area of growth? Write two commitments that will help you improve in both areas.

Dr. Katherine G. Johnson

Highlight her accomplishments

During the Holiday season, had the pleasure of meeting her and I asked, What do I tell the young people who are interested in STEM? What do they need to succeed?17

From Dr. Katherine G. JohnsonAlways do your best!No less than anybody else, no better than anybody else.Stay focused on work or the task given to you.Dont leave room for another chance, get it right the first time.Establish a love of learning.

Challenge you to choose one of these quotes and establish it as your motto, make it part of your vision.

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Thank youAustin HaygoodAustin.t.haygood@Raytheon.comNicole TolerNicole.toler@ngc.comChristian SmallChristian.small@exeloncorp.com Chla Wallacechelawallace@gmail.com