We are STEM Ambassadors.
Our vision
The STEM Ambassadors program exists to empower youth to serve their community
and to make STEM education more accessible. We acknowledge the growing learning
disparity in STEM education and seek to close the gap by training youth 14+ years old
to be the facilitators of STEM learning in multiple community spaces. In facilitating
diverse lessons, we not only want our STEM Ambassadors to be leaders in their
spaces, but to take ownership of their own learning and what they perceive to be the
best practices for the communities they serve.
The STEM Ambassador program takes a holistic approach to learning and our lessons
are accessible and approachable. Our Ambassadors are trained in the process of
learning, positive behavior enforcement, and culturally relevant practices. This makes
STEM easy to introduce to youth who may not have any experience in the subject. Our
goal is to promote problem-solving skills, innovation and collaboration in the youth we
serve. In making STEM accessible, we are simultaneously empowering the next
generation of adults to become leaders and directly impact the communities they are a
part of. Ambassadors will walk away from the program with confidence, stronger
workforce skills, and the competence to adapt to differences with empathy.
Our mission
- Make STEM education accessible in underserved communities
- Facilitate a holistic approach to learning
- Train and encourage youth to understand their power and impact
- Support community partners in the Pittsburgh and Greater Pittsburgh Area
- Provide a work opportunity to young members of the community
- Build the foundational workforce skills and ethic of young professionals
We are a partnership.
CS Pathways @ Carnegie Mellon University
CS Pathways @ Carnegie Mellon University
CS Pathways @ Carnegie Mellon University
We believe that all students deserve access to programs that help them decide if theirs is a future in computer science. No one should have that decision dictated to them by their circumstances.
CS Pathways exists to achieve that goal: To develop programs and initiatives that create computer science opportunities for all students, from all backgrounds.
Sarah Heinz House
CS Pathways @ Carnegie Mellon University
CS Pathways @ Carnegie Mellon University
At Sarah Heinz House, we offer a diverse range of programs meticulously designed to inspire and engage our members of all ages. Our activities keep participants physically active and cultivate their personal and social development, ensuring they remain interested and involved in their growth journey.
As a dedicated non-profit organization
At Sarah Heinz House, we offer a diverse range of programs meticulously designed to inspire and engage our members of all ages. Our activities keep participants physically active and cultivate their personal and social development, ensuring they remain interested and involved in their growth journey.
As a dedicated non-profit organization, every individual, regardless of their background, should have the opportunity and support to unlock their full potential and thrive in a nurturing environment.
Homewood Children's Village
CS Pathways @ Carnegie Mellon University
Homewood Children's Village
Homewood Children’s Village (HCV), formally established in 2010, is a 501c3 that serves children, families, and the community by breaking down the social and economic barriers to success. Through collaboration, engagement, advocacy, and research, HCV offers a continuum of direct services and learning support for children and their familie
Homewood Children’s Village (HCV), formally established in 2010, is a 501c3 that serves children, families, and the community by breaking down the social and economic barriers to success. Through collaboration, engagement, advocacy, and research, HCV offers a continuum of direct services and learning support for children and their families from cradle to career, working diligently to address the complex challenges facing Homewood’s youth.
We are a team.
Tiffany Todd, Senior Outreach Program Manager
Chyenne Ross, Lead Intern
Chyenne Ross, Lead Intern
With over a decade at Carnegie Mellon University, Tiffany Todd is deeply committed to advancing equity in STEM education through strategic program development and project management. She currently
serve as Senior Project Manager for the STEM Ambassadors program in CS Pathways, where she lead initiatives that connect teenage students with s
With over a decade at Carnegie Mellon University, Tiffany Todd is deeply committed to advancing equity in STEM education through strategic program development and project management. She currently
serve as Senior Project Manager for the STEM Ambassadors program in CS Pathways, where she lead initiatives that connect teenage students with summer camps to inspire the next generation
of scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians—especially those in communities traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields. Previously, she was the Program Manager for CMU’s pioneering Privacy Engineering Program, where she supported the growth of a nationally recognized graduate program at the intersection of
technology, ethics, and policy. Driven by a passion for educational access and a belief in the transformative power of STEM, Tiffany is dedicated to building programs that open doors for students who may not otherwise see themselves in these fields and to to provide high-quality education for years to come.
Chyenne Ross, Lead Intern
Chyenne Ross, Lead Intern
Chyenne Ross, Lead Intern
Chyenne is a rising senior at North Carolina State University, pursuing a bachelor's degree in computer science. In 2023, she joined the CS STEM Ambassador program as head intern for the executive team. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Chyenne has witnessed the challenges that limited STEM resources and opportunities pose to students' care
Chyenne is a rising senior at North Carolina State University, pursuing a bachelor's degree in computer science. In 2023, she joined the CS STEM Ambassador program as head intern for the executive team. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Chyenne has witnessed the challenges that limited STEM resources and opportunities pose to students' career aspirations. This program is especially meaningful to her, as she has seen firsthand the profound impact STEM Ambassadors have on local youth. Chyenne is committed to supporting her fellow Ambassadors and inspiring the next generation of students through her own journey.