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Val DiGiorgio is an avid Philanthropist and Leader within his community. Outside of his career, he has developed two new scholarships to help students rise up and achieve their goals.
For 10 years, the CA STEAM Symposium has enriched academic and educational communities across the state of California. Striving to shine the spotlight on the importance of STEAM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), the Symposium hosts a variety of engaging events, workshops and enriching opportunities for learning - year round.
Curl up with your favorite Sci-Fi books on January 2nd! Each year, Science Fiction fans celebrate their favorite genre and famed Sci-Fi writer Isaac Asimov's birthday. This year, Val DiGiorgio recommends watching the cult classic, Moon for this year's NSFD! Puzzles are a fantastic way to exercise your mind, no matter how old you are.
The holiday season can be a difficult time for any family. For many military families, Christmas might even feel hopeless. Year-round, military families and support systems make the ultimate sacrifice to keep our country safe. For some, that means being stationed far away from loved ones - during the holidays, birthdays and other special occasions.
In recent years, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has recognized the month of November as National Veterans and Military Families Month. As not only a supporter of the military, but a proud member of a military family himself, Val DiGiorgio eagerly anticipates this honorary month each year.
In February 2022, the North Country Workforce Partnership, Champlain Valley Educational Services, North Country Chamber of Commerce and the University of Siegen (Universitat Siegen) joined together to pilot a uniquely productive curriculum that offers local students the opportunity to receive technical and professional training. Authentic STEM is an international educational program centered around workforce development.
At Montshire Museum of Science, a new program is teaching kids all about robotics in a unique way. In the 45-minute program, children learn all about how to create 'jellybots': floating robots whose look and movements are directly inspired by the natural behavior of a jellyfish.
Every year, thousands of military members and their families move into communities across America. You might envision these families living on a military base. But the truth is, they are actually more likely to live in normal civilian neighborhoods. You just might not realize it!
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is always looking for new opportunities and resources to benefit the continued education and professional development of members of the US military. In recent years, the demand for careers and training in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) fields has increased, exponentially.
Science Accelerates Girls' Excellence (SAGE) is a school club turned nonprofit organization started by Minnesota high school student Emily Liu. The program is now led by senior Alicia Ji, who carries Liu's torch. And the glow of that torch is absolutely amazing, as far as Val DiGiorgio is concerned!