This “Power of STEM” episode examines emerging practices and challenges facing the STEM community. We focus on the actions that companies, international organizations, government agencies, communities, professionals, students and parents can take to seize the opportunities that translate into jobs and thriving careers. While 50% of jobs today require some degree of technological skill, ASTRA projects that 77% of jobs will require such skills by 2023. Of concern, less than 15% of U.S. college undergraduates are currently pursuing degrees in science or engineering. In comparison, more than 30% o
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