Attracting a new generation to materials science

Abstract

ASM International, an organization like DGM, has more than 15,000 members worldwide. The society was founded in 1913 as the Steel Treaters Club in Detroit. Their headquarters have been in the Cleveland, Ohio, area since 1920. ASM International has 6 Affiliate Societies including the International Metallographic Society. In 1952 the need for a focused effort in education in Material Science was recognized and the ASM Materials Education Foundation (ASM Foundation) was established. Their mission is as follows: develop and deploy materials science content and hands-on, minds-on instructional strategies to inspire, engage, and empower future generations to create STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) solutions for 21st century challenges. The ASM Foundation has developed a multiprong approach to fulfil this mission and to draw young people to the field of materials science. Materials Camps for Students Teacher Education and Empowerment Mini Camps During Conferences Expansion of Camps to Europe, India and Beyond In addition, the ASM Foundation awards scholarships to undergraduate and community college students in materials science.