Episodes

We're starting a new segment on Ordinarily Extraordinary - STEMSkills. Periodically, we'll have episodes with experts to address some areas that can help women in STEM grow. This first episode is on communication skills with an amazing communication coach. Anthony is a recognized expert in blueprin…

Dr. Vivian Chan is the founder and CEO of Sparrho, a platform that democratizes science using augmented intelligence. Dr. Chan has a PhD in biochemistry, and degrees in biotech. She has addressed the EU Ministers of Research ...

Mimi is the Vice President of Operations at Hadean. Mimi is at the intersection of science and technology at a start up in the United Kingdom. She brings her passion and excitement for truly making a difference in the world t...

Monika leads a product management team for a global company in the energy industry. She started her career in embedded programming, which is still a passion she has. She is a mentor, a coach, a keynote speaker, and an entrepr...

Nadya is a cybersecurity executive and recognized global leader in cybersecurity. She uses her deep breath of knowledge to develop and lead consulting teams and in developing global cybersecurity standards. Nadya shares not o...

Katlyn is a young software developer that got her start to software developing and programming in a unique way. She is passionate about the work that she does and where she is going in her career. She shares her challenges ov...

Sara is a recent college graduate working as a Neuroscientist doing research in alzheimer's and multiple sclerosis. She is currently applying to MD/PhD programs and is planning to study traumatic brain injuries. She recently moved from Minnesota to Boston - right before COVID - making for some chal…

Sandy is a high school calculus teacher. She currently teaches Advanced Placement (AP) calculus, and has taught all high school math subjects throughout her career. Sandy inspires her students through her passion for math and...

Toni is a civil engineer working in the transportation industry. Toni has been working as an engineer for a few years and is preparing to take the Professional Engineering Exam this fall. She shares her knowledge and experien...

Cassie is an electrical engineer, working in substation design at a consulting firm. She moved into engineering management after getting a master's degree in Science and Technology Management. Cassie shares her experiences an...

Dr. Lucy Dunne is the founder and co-director of University of Minnesota's Wearable Technology Lab. Her research and work is the intersection of apparel and science. She has a PhD in Computer Science and a BS and MA in apparel design. She co-authored "Functional Apparel Design: From Sportswear to S…

Linda has a long history and deep knowledge in Information Technology - she currently works as a manager in a software company for utilities. Throughout her technology career, she implemented the first computer system for one...

Naadiya is a major global advocate for women in engineering. She is a civil engineer and a serial entrepreneur. She co-founded WomEng, an organization to promote women and girls going into engineering, and WomHub, an organiza...

Abby recently graduated from high school and will be starting college this fall at Iowa State University to study aerospace engineering. Abby has a love of physics, calculus and rockets! She is passionate about making her voi...

Cristine works in technical sales and support in the wireless industry. She has spent much of her career doing technical education, training, and documentation. She capitalizes on her insatiable curiosity and need to thorough...

Vicki is the Programs Director for High Tech Kids in Minnesota, the non-profit organization that organizes and runs robotics tournaments for kids such as FIRST LEGO League. While Vicki doesn't have a degree in a STEM field he...

Beth is an entomologist that works in the federal government. She has a master's degree in entomology and focuses her work on keeping America's food supply safe from pests. She discusses the importance of relationships in her job and shares her experiences traveling overseas for work. Episode Notes…

Alice is a professional with a passion for finding the nexus between the wireless telecommunications and energy industries, and active volunteer of fostering STEM events in her community. Her foundation as an electrical engin...

Tammy currently works as a middleware administrator. She has held several positions in software administration while working at the same company for her entire career. She has a degree in computer science and shares her persp...

Taylor has worked as an electrical engineer for the past 6 years. She recently transitioned to a new position outside of engineering, but still in technology. She shares her viewpoints on being a new mom, starting a family, j...

Welcome to the first episode of Ordinarily Extraordinary - conversations with women in STEM. Kerry has worked as an electrical engineer in the utility industry for 27 years. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience. In ou...

Tami has worked as an electrical engineer in the utility industry for 29 years. She is incredibly knowledgeable about transmission planning and has held a variety of roles in several different companies throughout her career....

Jackie teaches seventh grade physical science. She is completing her sixth year of teaching and has had a wide range of experiences in teaching several different science classes in both high school and middle school, rural an...

Liana is an innovation technologist in the energy industry. She has a wide variety of experience working on the forefront of technology with technology vendors, telecommunication providers, utilities, and school districts. He...