NSBE Magazine - Winter 2015 - 12

From the

PUBLICATIONS CHAIR

Why I Chose Engi
By Jeseekia Vaughn, NSBE National Publications Chair

I

have a vibrant
life and a
promising
future,
pursuing
my passion
for science,
technology,
engineering and
mathematics
(STEM). However,
as with many people of color, this hasn't
always been the case.
I grew up with an adoration of math. I was
one of those kids who truly found it fun to
solve problems and learn
numerical concepts. One
of my most memorable
childhood moments
was receiving a calculus
textbook from my father
when I was age 4. I
"studied" that book and
its alien symbols well into

elementary school. To this day, I don't think
I've ever had a more prized possession.
I had wonderful math teachers who
fostered my growth and encouraged me to
participate in advanced offerings. But when
it came to pursuing a career and developing
a long-term outlook, something was missing.
I was exposed to everything but the vast
opportunities open to someone with a
passion for STEM subjects.
Whenever I posed a career-related question,
I heard: "You're really good at math. You
should be a math teacher." There are few
professions more admirable than teaching,

"My goal is to help ensure that
all youth in my community know
that although STEM careers might
not be for everyone, they are a
possibility for anyone..."

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