Objective: In this lesson, you will learn to: • Understand what STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) means and how these fields connect. • Explore real-world examples of STEM careers and how they impact everyday life. • Identify how personal experiences and interests can shape an individual STEM pathway. • Map out your own potential STEM pathway using steps, resources, and goals. • Apply strategies for success in STEM, such as skill-building, seeking mentorship, and staying curious.

Objective: In this lesson, you will learn to: • Understand what the pre-med pathway is and how it prepares students for medical school. • Identify the academic, volunteer, and research components that strengthen a pre-med foundation. • Explore how pre-med connects to real-world healthcare and patient needs. • See how STEM fields—biology, data, engineering, and technology—drive modern medicine. • Analyze a health-technology case study and consider how innovation can improve medical outcomes. • Reflect on a health problem you feel inspired to solve and how it relates to STEM and healthcare careers.

Objective: In this lesson, you will learn to: • Understand the broader mission of the Department of Energy (DOE) and its impact on science, technology, and healthcare. • Explore real DOE projects and how they connect energy, innovation, and public health. • Examine Lauren Forney’s hands-on DOE experience and how national labs contribute to student training. • Recognize how STEM research at DOE influences diagnostics, environmental health, and healthcare equity. • Engage in a creative research-based activity imagining your own DOE project. • Apply critical thinking to understand how STEM drives real-world solutions.

Objective: In this lesson, you will learn to: • Understand the common challenges faced in STEM fields, including balancing academics, research, and leadership. • Learn strategies for overcoming obstacles, managing time, and staying persistent. • Explore Lauren Forney’s personal experiences with research, leadership, and service. • Recognize the importance of goal-setting for both short-term actions and long-term visions. • Identify mentors and support networks to guide growth in STEM or health careers. • Reflect on the role of service and leadership in impacting communities. • Apply these insights to create actionable steps toward personal STEM or health career goals.

Objective: In this lesson, you will learn to: • Review key lessons from the series and connect them to your own STEM or health journey. • Identify your personal “spark” — the idea or moment that inspires your passion. • Recognize that small, intentional steps lead to meaningful growth in STEM and health careers. • Engage in reflection activities to define actionable steps for the year. • Create a short career vision statement to guide your long-term goals. • Explore resources, opportunities, and mentorship to support your STEM development. • Build confidence in taking ownership of your career pathway.