March 25, 2024
STEMapalooza 2024 Press Release
Lakeland, Fla. — Girls and their families are invited to Girl Scouts of West Central Florida’s (GSWCF) 12th annual STEMapalooza on Saturday, April 6. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Florida Polytechnic University in Lakeland, attendees can explore dozens of activities showcasing the worlds of science, technology, engineering and math.
STEMapalooza is an opportunity for girls to learn about STEM through fun, hands-on activities, explore STEM careers, meet leading women in the STEM field, and discover more about what Girl Scouts has to offer.
With only 25 percent of women in STEM careers, GSWCF is working to help bridge the gender gap by opening this event to not only Girl Scouts and their families, but any girl who is interested in attending. Tickets are $5 for all attendees.
Highlights of STEMapalooza include:
- Dozens of hands-on activities
- An inspiring keynote address by one of the first women to graduate from the US Naval Academy, Retired Captain Dr. Barbara Bell
- A future of artificial intelligence discussion with industry expert Ora Tanner, CEO and founder of Black Unicorn
- Opportunities to receive badges and patches, including an exclusive STEMapalooza patch for all attendees
- Food trucks/café (vegetarian options available)
For quicker entrance to the event, pre-registration is recommended. Register at gswcf.org/STEMapalooza. Walk-up registration will be available.
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Media Notes:
GSWCF Vice President of Programs & Partnerships, Sara Arias-Steele, is available for interviews regarding this event.
About Girls Scouts of West Central Florida
Girl Scouts’ mission is to build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls with nearly 2.5 million girl and adult members worldwide. Girl Scouts of West Central Florida serves nearly 20,000 members across eight counties: Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Marion, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sumter. To volunteer, reconnect, donate, or join, visit www.gswcf.org.
