CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins
Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX),
announced today that it will open its doors to more than 2,300
female students across the globe in an effort to inspire the next
generation of female engineers. With the help of over 1,000
employee volunteers, the company will be hosting 55 'Introduce a
Girl to Engineering' events taking place on or around Feb.
20.
In addition, Collins Aerospace announced it is committing
$100,000 to DiscoverE, the founding
organization for 'Introduce a Girl to Engineering' for the
continued support of Science, Technology, Engineering and
Mathematics (STEM) education. The donation is part of the company's
'Redefining Futures' Corporate Social Responsibility program rolled
out in 2019.
"Building diversity is central to the mission of DiscoverE,"
said Leslie Collins, executive
director for DiscoverE. "The commitment being made by Collins
Aerospace will have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of
countless girls seeking opportunities STEM and engineering. We are
deeply grateful for this support as it will enable us to
significantly expand our vision now and in the future."
"We know that diverse organizations perform better as a result
of everyone contributing different perspectives," said Dr.
Mauro Atalla, senior vice president,
Engineering and Technology for Collins Aerospace. "Women are
underrepresented in STEM-related fields, but by encouraging girls
to explore STEM fields at a young age, we can move the needle. We
hope to spark their curiosity by sharing our knowledge and
experience through engaging activities, which is why events like
these are so important."
In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, students
will learn from engineering mentors, participate in hands-on
activities from flying a drone to flying a plane in a flight
simulator. In Winston Salem, North
Carolina, participants will get to experience super first
class aircraft suites through a virtual and augmented reality
demonstration, participate in a tour of an engineering design lab
and work together in teams to design a structure that teaches them
about lightweight structural design for safe impact absorption. And
in Wilsonville, Oregon, students
will get to see and experience the F-35 helmet, learn about the
technology behind a Head-up Display (HUD) for aircraft and
participate in an engineering activity constructing circuits and
LEGO machines. These are just some of the activities that will give
young female students a first-hand look at the importance and
impact engineering careers can have in our lives.
"Young girls need strong role models and to see individuals who
look like them working in STEM fields," said Stacey MacNeil, chief communications officer for
Collins Aerospace. "With over 70,000 employees around the world,
16,000 of which are engineers, we are uniquely positioned to offer
these opportunities. By hosting events like Introduce a Girl to
Engineering, we can engage and inspire the next generation of
innovators while also working to achieve parity in the engineering
workforce while also working to achieve greater diversity in the
engineering workforce."
To learn more about the Collins Aerospace locations
participating download the fact sheet.
About Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace, a unit of
United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), is a leader in
technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global
aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018 by bringing
together UTC Aerospace Systems and Rockwell Collins, Collins
Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and
expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the
demands of a rapidly evolving global market. For more information,
visit CollinsAerospace.com.
About United Technologies Corporation
United Technologies Corp., based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides
high-technology systems and services to the building and aerospace
industries. By combining a passion for science with precision
engineering, the company is creating smart, sustainable solutions
the world needs. For more information about the company, visit our
website at www.utc.com or follow us on Twitter: @UTC.
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