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Schisler Museum & McMunn Planetarium

STEM-4-U

Interested in a STEM or STEAM career, but aren't sure what the options are?

Are you a Geek + Artist? Doctor + Dancer? Chemist + Actor?

Whether it’s scientific illustration, technical writing, dance therapy, or being a TV science host, there is a world of interdisciplinary careers that let you blend science with your other interests!

The new STEM-4-U program supports science careers for all, no matter what your major is! Faculty and staff from across East Stroudsburg University are collaborating to increase awareness about the many options available in STEM and STEAM careers, especially for women and underrepresented groups.

STEM-4-U can help!

Please feel free to reach out to any member of the committee to talk about your career goals:

  • Maria Soledad Cohen, MS, MEng, Physics instructor and STEM-4-U Chair
  • Olivia Carducci, PhD, Professor, Mathematics and Dept. Chair
  • Nicole Chinnici, MS, CFWS, DHSc, Director, Dr. Jane Huffman Wildlife Genetics Institute
  • Deena Dailey, PhD, Assistant Professor, Psychology
  • Darlene Farris-LaBar, MFA, Professor, Art + Media + Design and Dept. Chair
  • Cathy Klingler, MFA, EdD, Curator, Schisler Museum & McMunn Planetarium
  • Beth Rajan Sockman, PhD, Professor, Professional & Secondary Education and Dept. Chair
  • Eric Rusiewicz, MA, CCC, Career Advisor
  • Shawn Watkins, PhD, Associate Professor, Reading and Dept. Chair

Are you a Geek + Artist? Doctor + Dancer? Chemist + Actor?

Whether it’s scientific illustration, technical writing, dance therapy, or being a TV science host, there is a world of interdisciplinary careers that let you blend science with your other interests!

The new STEM-4-U program supports science careers for all, no matter what your major is! Faculty and staff from across East Stroudsburg University are collaborating to increase awareness about the many options available in STEM and STEAM careers, especially for women and underrepresented groups.

STEM-4-U can help!

Please feel free to reach out to any member of the committee to talk about your career goals:

  • Maria Soledad Cohen, MS, MEng, Physics instructor and STEM-4-U Chair
  • Olivia Carducci, PhD, Professor, Mathematics and Dept. Chair
  • Nicole Chinnici, MS, CFWS, DHSc, Director, Dr. Jane Huffman Wildlife Genetics Institute
  • Deena Dailey, PhD, Assistant Professor, Psychology
  • Darlene Farris-LaBar, MFA, Professor, Art + Media + Design and Dept. Chair
  • Cathy Klingler, MFA, EdD, Curator, Schisler Museum & McMunn Planetarium
  • Beth Rajan Sockman, PhD, Professor, Professional & Secondary Education and Dept. Chair
  • Eric Rusiewicz, MA, CCC, Career Advisor
  • Shawn Watkins, PhD, Associate Professor, Reading and Dept. Chair

STEM-4-U Events

Women in STEM + Supporters Club

Thursdays: Sept. 25, Oct. 9, Oct. 23, Nov. 6, Dec. 4
2:00 p.m.
SciTech 145

Our mission is to empower women in STEM by fostering collaboration, mentorship, and a supportive community to break barriers and drive innovation and change. We want to provide a fun, safe, relaxed, space for anyone in need of support or who wants to support women and underrepresented groups pursuing STEM majors and career fields. Join us today!

International Day of Women and Girls in Science

February 2026 - check back for details!

Contact Us

For more information about STEM-4-U, please contact any member of the committee or email us at: smcurator@esu.edu

Contact Information

Campus Address
Hoeffner Science & Technology Center
Phone:
(570) 422-2705
Title of Department Leader
Director
Name
Cathy Klingler