OUR HOST:
JULIE SUNDAR
Julie Sundar is the Chairwoman of Codettes Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women in technology through mentorship and training programs in electronics, internet of things prototyping, embedded programming, and digital fabrication. With a degree in Digital Fabrication from Fab Academy 2019, she blends practical expertise with leadership experience, driving initiatives for diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. Her work at Codettes Foundation has been recognized for its impact on women’s empowerment in technology. Additionally, Julie has showcased her leadership skills as an alumna and graduate of the YLAI Young Leaders of America Initiative Program in 2022.
THE CHEVRON FAB STEM FELLOWSHIP PODCAST
Welcome to the 2nd Edition of the Chevron FAB STEM Fellowship podcast. This is a tour through Fab Lab and maker spaces worldwide to learn about the best practices in teaching STEM and equitable, inclusive, engaging outreach. The Chevron FAB STEM Fellowship is a one-year discovery program for outstanding educators to learn about creating innovative and inclusive programs to teach STEM, using digital fabrication, and engaging new and underrepresented student populations in STEM education and careers. Our host for today is Chevron FAB STEM Fellow Julie Sundar with Terri Willingham & Brandy Jackson from (AMRoC) Fab Lab – Tampa, Florida, USA
Special thanks to Karen Rawls, Social Investment Manager for Chevron USA, for creating and supporting the Fellowship program and these podcasts.