We're excited to announce our migration to Bluesky! You can now find us at @ostem.org for all our latest updates, news, and community engagement. (1/3)
@ostem After careful consideration, we've decided to discontinue our presence on X/Twitter. This move aligns with our commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming space for our community. (2/3)
Ready to make a difference in the LGBTQ+ STEM community? We're seeking a passionate volunteer for our Vice President of Collegiate Membership position! (1/4)
Key responsibilities include:
• Overseeing chapter outreach and creation
• Supporting active chapters
• Developing innovative engagement programs
• Building connections with collegiate members
Time commitment: 8-10 hours/week (3/4)
The aromantic spectrum encompasses people who experience romantic attraction differently from societal norms—whether through indifference to romance, repulsion towards romance, or experiencing little to no romantic attraction. (3/3)
Join us in celebrating Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week (February 16–22, 2025)! This week highlights the diverse experiences of aromantic individuals and celebrates the many different types of love and relationships. (1/3)
Did you know? Aromantic people experience little to no romantic attraction but form deep, meaningful connections through friendships, family bonds, and other relationships. Every experience on the aromantic spectrum is valid and belongs in the LGBTQ+ community. (2/3)
At oSTEM, we're proud to support and uplift women and girls pursuing their dreams in science. Together, we're building a future where gender equality in STEM is the norm, not the exception. (4/4)
Today we celebrate the International Day of Women & Girls in Science! We honor the groundbreaking achievements of women in STEM fields and recognize their vital contributions to scientific advancement. (1/4)
Did you know? Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in science and technology fields. Today—as always—we are committed to breaking down barriers and creating inclusive spaces where all aspiring scientists can thrive. (3/4)
STEM, LGBTQ & You offers a valuable opportunity for LGBTQ+ STEM professionals to connect, while also enabling allies to engage with the community, learn about our STEM work, and discover ways to better support us.
You can learn more and register at https://t.co/ZNvouma45t (4/4)
Coming up soon: STEM, LGBTQ & You on February 21st!
STEM, LGBTQ & You—the UK Regional oSTEM conference—brings together LGBTQ+ STEM people while helping educate our allies. (1/4)
Whether you have a STEM background, identify as LGBTQ+, or neither, this event welcomes everyone interested in learning about diverse scientific subjects and understanding LGBTQ+ experiences in STEM fields. (3/4)
Join us especially in highlighting African American scientists, such as George Washington Carver, George R. Carruthers, Alice Ball, Guion Bluford, and Christine Darden, whose breakthroughs in chemistry, astronomy, astrophysics, and agriculture have transformed our country. (4/4)
This February, we honor Black History Month by highlighting the theme "African Americans and Labor," as set by the ASALH. 2025 marks a significant milestone: the 100th anniversary of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and Maids, the first Black labor union in the US. (1/4)
We celebrate the achievements, resilience, and contributions of Black Americans in the labor movement and beyond. From enslaved African Americans to today's social organizers, homemakers, and workers across all fields, our nation has been shaped by Black American labor. (3/4)