SEM Link Founder and Executive Director Ms. Tokiwa T. Smith featured in Scientific American

Sept. 22, 2011 - PRLog -- Science, Engineering and Mathematics  Link Inc's Founder and Executive Director Ms. Tokiwa T. Smith was featured in the September 16, 2011 edition of Scientific American blog. The article was written by Dr. Danielle N. Lee of Urban Science Adventures© a biologist that studies animal behavior, mammalogy, and ecology. Dr. Lee was inspired to write the article based on this month’s issue of Scientific American magazine; Cities: Better, Greener, Smarter. Since Dr. Lee’s work focuses on science outreach to urban audiences she wanted to highlight the work being done in cities. The article describes the purpose and  work of the organization and STEM’s contribution to urban areas. “I’m a fan of Dr. Lee’s work, so I was honored and grateful that she thought enough of SEM Link to feature us in this article.” said Tokiwa T. Smith, Founder and Executive Director of SEM Link. “As a STEM major in college, it was a goal of my friends and I to one day to be featured in a prestigious STEM publication such as Scientific American. I never imagined that I would get this opportunity as a STEM educator and social entrepreneur.”  To view the article, click on the link below:

http://networkedblogs.com/naqxR

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 Urban Science Adventures©

Founded in 2006 by Dr. Danielle N. Lee Urban Science Adventures is a blog
and affiliated social media communities  that serve as online resources for teachers/parents and students interested in ecology and nature in urban areas. The blog’s mission is to cultivate young people's interests in ecology, conservation, and environmental education, as well as encourage participation of broader audiences in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math). You can find Urban Science Adventures on Facebook and Twitter.

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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.