• EP 7 - First Generation Passions with Natalie and Nush

  • Dec 9 2024
  • Length: 24 mins
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EP 7 - First Generation Passions with Natalie and Nush

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  • In this episode of NextGenMFG, host Nush interviews Natalie Macias, a high school junior passionate about engineering. Natalie shares her journey through STEM education, her experiences in robotics, and the challenges she faces as a first-generation college student. The conversation highlights the importance of exposure to science and technology at a young age, the significance of networking, and the need for educational systems to foster leadership and self-sufficiency among students. Natalie offers valuable advice for aspiring engineers and emphasizes the importance of pursuing one's passion in the field of STEM.


    key takeaways

    • ​Natalie Macias is a high school junior passionate about engineering
    • ​Natalie's early exposure to STEM sparked her interest in engineering
    • ​Being a first-generation college student motivates her to pursue higher education
    • ​The importance of networking in STEM fields
    • ​Education should focus on developing leaders, not just workers
    • ​She encourages young students to not limit themselves and seek opportunities
    • ​She highlights the need for more support and resources for young women in engineering
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