America’s Top Young Scientist and 3M Leaders Participate in Black History Month Discussion With STEM Youth

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3M hosts STEM students for Black History Month event featuring America's Top Young Scientist, Heman Bekele.

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / February 14, 2024 / 3M

Originally published on 3M News Center

In honor of Black History Month, 3M recently welcomed more than 30 St. Paul, Minnesota, STEM high school students to its campus to learn from America's Top Young Scientist, Heman Bekele, and several 3M technical leaders about their experiences, challenges and inspirations during their careers.

Heman, who was named the winner of 3M's Young Scientist Challenge in October 2023 for his skin-cancer treating soap, attended virtually and shared his experience about seeking support outside of school and family, his commitment to time management, and the importance of curiosity. The audience, who were mostly students of color, were able to engage with Heman and ask questions about his failures, perseverance, and resilience.

The event was organized by the 3M Black Leadership Advancement Coalition (BLAC) whose mission is to accelerate the inclusion and advancement of diverse talent at 3M to reflect our diverse markets and grow our business by attracting, developing and retaining Black talent.

After Heman's talk, the high schoolers had a chance to hear from a panel of 3M Black scientists and engineers. The panelists spoke about their roles at 3M and the benefits of having a scientific background in business and management positions. The group also discussed challenging experiences of representation they've encountered, but emphasized the importance of friends, allies, and a likeminded community for support.

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FAQ

What event did 3M host for Black History Month?

3M hosted a Black History Month event for STEM high school students.

Who was the featured guest at the event hosted by 3M?

The event featured America's Top Young Scientist, Heman Bekele.

How many STEM students attended the event at 3M's campus?

More than 30 STEM high school students attended the event at 3M's campus.

Where did the event take place?

The event took place at 3M's campus in St. Paul, Minnesota.

What was the purpose of the event hosted by 3M?

The event aimed to educate STEM students and learn from Heman Bekele and 3M technical leaders.