Important words of wisdom from Clinical Research Assistant Tehya Blanks: “Never let the label “nontraditional student” discourage you. There is no set timeline for achieving your goals.”

Solution Engineer Raashi Bhatnagar offers her advice to the AdaMarie community: never lose the desire to keep learning!

Molecular Biologist Research Assistant and Science Communicator Melanie Byrd shares her story of conquering the academic challenges she faced transitioning from a small town with limited educational opportunities to a giant state university setting.

Orthopaedic Research PhD Student Gillian Choquette reminds us that one stressful workplace experience shouldn’t deter us from pursuing our lifelong passion for science!

Environmental Scientist Katie Cooper reflects on her story of self-discovery and growth, emphasizing the importance of resilience, self-care, and pursuing one’s passions fearlessly.

Microbiologist - and another one of our Student Ambassadors! - Casey Meili reveals her lifelong love affair with science. From dreaming of dinos and busting myths with Jamie and Adam to diving headfirst into the microbial world, she’s let curiosity be her guide!

Through perseverance and a commitment to growth, computer scientist and junior at University of Houston’s Clear Lake Hailey Thomas tells her story: the importance of balancing passion with proficiency while pursuing a career in STEM.

Mesoamerican archaeologist Gabriela Montero offers invaluable insight into the transformative power of venturing beyond our comfort zones and inspires us to pursue our passions boldly and authentically!

Conservationist Cailynne Graham explains how she nurtures her passion for conservation by transforming challenges into lessons and making a positive impact on our planet's future.

Sr. Product Manager Olivia Holmes goes 'Meta' as she reflects on her career journey!

Gauri is a Product Analyst and Management Intern at GEN and AdaMarie while pursuing her master's in Information Management at the University of Washington.

Clinical Engineer Katie Ogg shares her non-conventional path to finding the right company for her: one that prioritizes a work life balance AND her love of dogs.

Executive Recruiter in Biotech & Life Sciences, Suzanne Zebedee reminds us that we don’t have to have it 100% figured out!

Looking for some super cool, awesome, and engaging STEM professionals to follow on Instagram? Here’s a few of our favorites right now…

Read all about physical therapist Maryam Javanbakht’s zigzagging journey, from dreaming of PT to unexpected research adventures, and how life's twists have led to a rewarding career.

Re-aligning your goals with your passions is the key to finding determination and confidence, even when things aren't going as planned.

In between 24-hour shifts, NYU Radiology Resident Danielle Rigau finds balance by leaning on friends, prioritizing her hobbies and slaying the streets of NYC.

AdaMarie’s Head of Technology Katie White discusses discovering her true self, her true passions, and finding harmony within our ever increasingly chaotic world.

A geology communicator and content creator, Becky Nesel’s stories let the world know that science rocks (sorry, we had to).

Amy is a CEO, author, coach, public speaker and STEM communications expert focused on teaching career success skills to STEM graduates.