Here at The Coding Space, the month of May isn’t just a time for spring blooms and summer anticipation — it’s also Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Celebrated each May, AA & NH/PI Heritage Month is an awesome opportunity to spotlight the accomplishments of these individuals in STEM and re-commit to disrupting the “model minority” myths that unjustly sabotage…
As our spring semester comes to a close and we prepare to launch headfirst into our jam-packed summer offerings, we at TCS think it’s the perfect time to take a breath and create a pocket of space in May to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. The American Psychological Association reports that, while 87% of American adults don’t believe mental health struggles are anything to be ashamed of…
Here’s a tidbit that might blow your mind: research shows that there’s nothing intrinsically wrong with spending more time on screens. In fact, turning to tech can have a myriad of benefits, allowing us to connect with friends, family, and coworkers, and even helping us manage difficult emotions and reduce stress. Not all screen time is created equal, though. Certain ways of engaging with tech can…
While the tech industry remains massively male-dominated, extraordinary women are making their mark on STEM fields, resulting in a plethora of exciting new offerings on your device. As part of our Women’s History Month celebration, we’ve compiled a list of 10 apps designed by female-identifying founders. Scroll down to get inspired and support the work of these coding icons!
As part of The Coding Space’s commitment to educational equity, we are pleased as punch to announce our newest hire: Sarah Tucci, Head of Scholarship Admissions! Sarah is a bi-continental educator and community activist with a keen interest in advancing technological equity. She comes to us with tons of experience providing data and programmatic support to community initiatives, which comes in…
Where are you from? AM: San Antonio, Texas. Home of the Alamo, Tex Mex food, and the San Antonio Spurs! Where do you live now? AM: Manhattan, right in the heart of New York City. Any pets? AM: I have a 1.5 year old Blue Heeler who loves going to the park and playing in the snow! Favorite food? AM: Nachos, hands down! I’m from Texas, so anything with queso. Karaoke song of choice? AM: “Our…