Diversity in STEM: What Is It and Why It Matters w/ Serena King @Altair (Episode 142) #DataTalk

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In this week’s #DataTalk, we chat with Serena King, Software Engineer at Altair, about the importance of diversity in the STEM field, ways companies can create an inclusive environment for employees, and what it is like being a Black woman in a predominantly white field. Serena also discusses the importance of mentoring people of color and fostering those mentorship relationships.

Video Highlights from the Conversation:

• Advice for Students in STEM
• Feeling Underestimated as a POC
• Starting a Black Employee Resource Group
• Managing Work During Social Unrest
• Importance of Diversity in STEM
• Curing Imposter Syndrome
• Creating Safe Spaces at Work

This show is hosted by Destiny White and Mike Delgado. Please reach out with suggestions for future topics or guests.

You can also catch the full video interview here.

About Serena King

Serena King, a Michigan native, is a Data Engineer in software development. She has worked for Altair for five years and graduated with a degree in Computer Science from Oakland University. She is the co-founder of the Altair Black Engineer Network at her organization and is highly dedicated to nurturing Black youth interest in STEM. She was also honored as a finalist for the WomenTech Global Awards.