SEM Link participates in National Lab Day Celebration at The Clorox Company’s Technical Center

July 5, 2011 - PRLog -- On Monday, May 23, 2011 Science, Engineering and Mathematics Link Inc (SEM Link) participated in the National Lab Day Celebration at The Clorox Company’s Technical Center in Pleasanton, California. The National Day Celebration at the Clorox Technical Center is a part of the company’s efforts to be a part of the initiatives of the National Lab Network, which encourages science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) professionals to connect with youth in order to support the pipeline for the future workforce in this field. At the event, SEM Link introduced Clorox research & development employees to the organization, informed them of volunteer opportunities within the San Francisco Bay Area and engaged them in hands on STEM activities.

SEM Link and Girls Inc of Alameda County were the two local nonprofits invited to participate in the National Lab Day celebration at the Clorox Technical Center. Clorox employees volunteered for SEM Link’s 1st Annual Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Career Fair and Exhibition in February 2011. SEM Link and Clorox are establishing a partnership to enhance the math and science educational experiences for youth in the San Francisco Bay Area and other cities. Through its newly revitalized Science Education Program, the Clorox Technical Center will provide opportunities for its employees to give back to their community through volunteerism and support as well provide resources for SEM Link’s programs. In addition, SEM Link will support the Technical Center’s efforts to enhance the math and science educational experiences for youth through its relationships with other nonprofits and local schools. “I’m thankful to Dr. Elizabeth Donald, the Science Education Program Leader, for selecting SEM Link as a partner in her company’s efforts to give back to their community” said Ms. Tokiwa T. Smith SEM Link Founder and Executive Director. “Every time I interact with Clorox employees, I think these are the type of STEM professionals that can encourage youth to pursue STEM careers; they have an enthusiasm about their careers that is contagious. This relationship will allow both organizations to achieve our goals of “unveiling potential through exposure” and creating the pipeline for the future STEM workforce”.  


About SEM Link
Founded in 2005, SEM Link is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization that promotes student achievement and career exploration in math and science for K-12 students by connecting them with individuals with backgrounds in science, engineering and mathematics. SEM Link has a two-core program model, Experimental Design Program and Math and Science Career Academy. These programs provide students with opportunities to develop math and science skills by enhancing the classroom learning experience and teaching them skills that are transferable to other areas of life. For more information about SEM Link visit our website at www.semsuccess.org or contact Ms. Tokiwa T. Smith, Executive Director and Founder, via e-mail at tokiwa.smith@semsuccess.org or via phone at 888-600-6294.

About The Clorox Company
The Clorox Company is a leading manufacturer and marketer of consumer products with 8,300 employees and fiscal year 2010 revenues of $5.2 billion. Clorox markets some of consumers' most trusted and recognized brand names, including its namesake bleach and cleaning products, Green Works® naturally derived home care products, Pine-Sol® cleaners, Poett® home care products, Fresh Step® cat litter, Kingsford® charcoal, Hidden Valley® and K C Masterpiece® dressings and sauces, Brita® water-filtration products, Glad® bags and wraps and containers, and Burt's Bees® natural personal care products. Nearly 90 percent of Clorox Company brands hold the No. 1 or No. 2 market share positions in their categories. The company's products are manufactured in more than two dozen countries and sold in more than 100 countries. Clorox is committed to making a positive difference in the communities where its employees work and live. Founded in 1980, The Clorox Company Foundation has awarded cash grants totaling more than $80 million to nonprofit organizations, schools and colleges. In fiscal year 2010 alone, the foundation awarded $3.5 million in cash grants, and Clorox made product donations valued at $8.8 million. For more information about Clorox, visit www.TheCloroxCompany.com.

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SEM Link is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization, founded in 2005 in Atlanta, Georgia, that promotes student achievement and career exploration in math and science for K-12 students by connecting them with individuals with backgrounds in science, engineering and mathematics. SEM Link has a two-core program model, Experimental Design Program and Math and Science Career Academy, that provide students with opportunities to develop their math and science skills by enhancing the classroom learning experience and teaching them skills that are transferable to other areas of life. Since its inception SEM Link has enhanced educational experiences for over 1000 Metro Atlanta youth through hands on math and science activities, career exploration and exposure to real world applications of math and science. In January 2010, SEM Link expanded its programs to the Bay Area to enhance the educational experiences for Bay Area youth.