STEM Careers Reimagined: Pathways, Pitfalls & Power Moves
Wednesday, July 02, 2025
05:30PM - Wednesday, July 02, 2025 07:00PM
Summary
Are you curious about how to break into STEM fields, or level up once you’re in?
Join us for a powerful virtual panel with professionals across tech, medicine, and scientific research. From software engineering and biotech to public health, family medicine and entrepreneurship, our speakers will share their stories, challenges, and the unexpected turns that shaped their paths.
Whether you're a student, early-career professional, or someone considering a pivot into STEM, this panel will deliver practical insight, encouragement, and real talk on navigating your journey.
Topics we’ll explore:
- Breaking into STEM and finding your niche
- Navigating pivots, grad school, and career choices
- Leadership, resilience & staying rooted in purpose
- Common early-career pitfalls to avoid
- Live Q&A with the audience
Panelists:
Ebrima Jobe
Tech Founder & Software Engineer
Ebrima is a Gambian-American software engineer, DJ, and creative entrepreneur. As the founder of TBA, a culture-first ticketing platform, he builds tools that merge technology, storytelling, and community empowerment.
Dr. Uju Okoye-Okafor
Translational Scientist & Lab Manager, NYU Langone Health
Dr. Uju brings over a decade of leadership in scientific research and biospecimen operations. She’s committed to inclusive innovation, mentorship, and building thriving environments for people and ideas in STEM.
Dr. Joy Anyanwu, MD, MPH
Family Medicine Physician, Oakland Medical Center
Dr. Joy is a dedicated clinician with a public health lens, serving diverse communities through family medicine. She's passionate about mentoring future healthcare professionals and demystifying career paths in medicine.
Moderator:
Ijeoma Ejem
Product Strategist, Consultant & Educator
UIU Mentorship Co-Lead
Ijeoma is a cross-disciplinary leader working at the intersection of tech, data, and creativity. With a background in product strategy, data science, and visual storytelling, she helps brands and communities innovate with clarity and purpose.
Date: Wednesday, July 2nd
Time: 5:30 PM PDT | 7:30 PM CDT | 8:30 PM EDT
Duration: 1.5 Hours
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Link will be shared to RSVP'd guests
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