New support for STEM in Cincinnati region

COLUMBUS, Ohio (March 6, 2014)At the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) Hughes High School today, officials from Battelle announced a new grant totaling $25,000 for training for teachers. The new funding for STEM in Ohios Southwest region brings the total contributions to local STEM education from Battelle or Battelle-managed projects to more than $1.9 million. The money will allow the Southwest Ohio hub of the Ohio STEM Learning Network to host new training for educators and STEM learning experiences for local students. The hub is staffed by the University of Cincinnati and anchored by Hughes STEM High School. STEM education opens new doors for students, said Aimee Kennedy, Vice-President of Education, Philanthropy and STEM Learning at Battelle. Thats why were so proud to see how the Southwest Ohio hub has grown to provide real value to schools in this community. During the last eight years, this funding has made it possible for the Southwest Ohio hub to train hundreds of teachers, improving the learning experience for thousands of students. In addition to hosting trainings for teachers and STEM experiences for students, the hub also has helped build support in the region for STEM education to attract support from other key organizations. With the support of Battelle, weve been able to build a program tha t is moving STEM in Southwest Ohio forward while creating the connections that will allow us to sustain this work for years to come, said Kathy Wright, principal of Hughes STEM High School. One key partner in Southwest Ohio has been the University of Cincinnati. The University and the School of Education are vitally interested in the promise and success of Hughes. This gift will allow us to deepen the partnership we have and meet the needs of Hughes

students. said Lawrence Johnson, Dean of the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services. Working with Hughes, weve created some great instructional approaches and resources for teachers and students, said Ted Fowler, co-director of the Southwest Ohio Hub of the Ohio STEM Learning Network at the University of Cincinnati. We look forward to continuing that work and providing many more Southwest Ohio students with exciting, valuable STEM experiences that help prepare them for their future. About Battelle Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most. At major technology centers and national laboratories around the world, Battelle conducts research and development, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio since its founding in 1929, Battelle serves the national security, health and life sciences, and energy and environmental industries. For more information, visit http://www.battelle.org. About University of Cincinnati The University of Cincinnati is redefining the new urban research university. Ranked by the National Science Foundation among the top 25 public research institutions in the United States, UCs faculty have distinguished themselves worldwide for their creative teaching and research. The University of Cincinnati serves a diverse enrollment of 42,000 students through a balance of educational excellence and real-world experience. Founded in1819, UC is the largest employer in the Cincinnati region, with an economic impact of more than $2 Billion. Media Contacts For more information contact Katy Delaney at (614) 424-7208 or delaneyk@battelle.org, or T.R. Massey at (614) 424-5544 or masseytr@battelle.org.