Sally Ride Science
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25 Years Of Steam
Celebrating 25 years of inspiring the next generation, a pioneering STEM education initiative continues its mission to spark curiosity and expand opportunities for students nationwide. Founded to help close the gender gap in science and engineering, its legacy now reaches learners from all backgrounds through innovative STEAM programs.
Anniversary of Sally Ride's Historic Spaceflight
June 18 marks the anniversary of the day Sally Ride blasted off aboard shuttle Challenger to become America’s first woman in space. By breaking NASA’s gender barrier – and later championing equity in science education – Ride inspired girls and young people from diverse backgrounds to blaze trails in STEM fields that previously had seemed off-limits to them.
Sally Ride Stem Awards
MIT Standout Jessica Lu Named Recipient of 2025 Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Sally Ride STEM Award. Lu will be honored during the ITA Leadership Awards Weekend and will be awarded a $8,000 postgraduate scholarship.
Sally Ride Science Academy
A dynamic STEAM program for K–12 students that brings science, technology, engineering, arts, and math to life through hands-on projects, real-world exploration, and guidance from expert instructors and inspiring role models.
Women In Leadership
This inspiring event brings together diverse, boundary-pushing leaders for dynamic conversations on defining bold paths, overcoming barriers, and leading with purpose, resilience, and lasting impact—while inspiring individuals to pursue their ambitions.
Opportunities at Sally Ride Science
Instructors and partners play a vital role in inspiring the next generation, using their expertise to open doors for K–12 students and help build the skills needed to tackle tomorrow’s challenges.
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All programs and initiatives coordinated by the Division of Extended Studies and its units are designed and implemented in full compliance with Proposition 209 and the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy. For more information, please refer to Proposition 209 and the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy.