When Graduation's Over, Learning Begins

<p><b>What They Didn’t Teach You in School: Lessons for STEM Students and Professionals</b></p><p><b>Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math</b> education has been described as, “drinking from a firehose.” STEM students are required to absorb an overwhelming amount of technical information before they can earn their undergraduate degrees. But it takes more than a thorough understanding of math, science, and engineering concepts to become successful in today’s job market.</p><p>NASA’s former Chief Knowledge Officer, Roger Forsgren, was responsible for training the agency’s technical workforce and provides <i>critical lessons learned for STEM</i> students and graduates to build successful careers as they compete in today’s workplace.</p><p></p><ul> <li><b>Being an introvert in an extroverts’ world</b>: You may certainly be <i>the smartest person in the room</i> but that may not be enough to convince a client, make a persuasive presentation, or effectively manage others. Learn how to remain in your comfort zone yet still make a compelling impact by becoming an <i>ambivert</i>.</li> <li><b>Communication Skills</b>: How to get your point across and express yourself in a cogent, concise manner. <i>How to make yourself heard, and respected</i>, in a group of experienced professionals.</li> <li><b>Critical Thinking</b>: Avoid jumping to conclusions by training yourself to <i>look beyond the obvious</i> for the real clues to a problem or situation.</li> <li><b>Ethics:</b> STEM professionals possess unique skills, but such technical expertise also requires a sense of personal responsibility <i>ensuring your talents are being put to the best use</i> for yourself and for society.</li></ul><p><b><i>Case studies have proven to be valuable learning tools</i></b> and Roger Forsgren includes twelve compelling historical case studies that demonstrate the <i>critical knowledge needed for STEM students</i> as they progress through their careers.</p>