Freescale dedicates $5m to new STEM foundation
Freescale has committed $5million to a new non-profit organisation focused on science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) education.
"Freescale is passionate about engineering and we want to bring that passion to our local communities with a desire to encourage the next generation of talent," said Gregg Lowe, pictured, Freescale's president and ceo.
"Science, technology, engineering and maths degrees lead to rewarding careers and to have the opportunity to inspire students is an amazing opportunity and one we take very seriously. The Freescale Foundation will help make it all possible."
The foundation, according to Lowe, will actively promote and support K-12 educational programmes and initiatives that encourage students to pursue STEM related areas of study at the college and university level.
It also aims to promote STEM learning at all levels and reduce the STEM education gap among women and underrepresented populations.
