Careers that are focused on solving abstract problems, analyzing ideas, conducting research, and utilizing technology.
Opportunities in STEM can be found in all sectors including corporate/for-profit, nonprofit, and not-for-profit/government. Industries include:
- Science (Agriculture, Animal, Biology, Chemical, Environmental, GIS, Research/Laboratory)
- Technology (Computer Science, IT, Software)
- Engineering
- Mathematics (Data Analysis, Statistics, Actuary)
Specialized Program Faculty Advisors
Actuarial Science — Laura Hildreth (Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics); lhildreth@gustavus.edu
Architecture — Betsy Byers (Art & Art History); bbyers@gustavus.edu
Chemical Engineering — Amanda Nienow (Chemistry); anienow@gustavus.edu
Engineering — Paul Saulnier (Physics); psaul@gustavus.edu
Materials Science — lboomgaa@gustavus.edu
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