Two-sentence explanation: With more and more women joining STEM programs across the country, the reasons for doing so get more various. This story intends to explore the reasons for why some women want careers in the sciences, as well as the challenges involved in dealing with societal expectations and stereotypes.
Evidence: While the percentage of women in STEM programs has increased marginally in the last ten years, men still account for a significant majority of all STEM majors, with about two out of every three STEM majors being male. This can lead to a hostile environment for women in STEM in some instances.
Why now: It is getting to the point of the year where high school students are receiving acceptance letters and some of these students may need more information about certain programs, as well as international Women's Day on March 8.
Interviews: Female members of STEM-based academic clubs, advisors in the STEM departments, professors.
Format: 500-600 written with photo.
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