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Raven Baxter        

Founder of STEMbassy, Science Communicator & Molecular Biologist Known as "Raven the Science Maven"

Dr. Raven Baxter, as a molecular biologist and science educator, aims to simplify science through engaging educational content. With degrees in Molecular Biology and a PhD. in Science Education and 15+ years in science education and communications, she makes complex scientific theories relatable. Dr. Baxter brings expertise in high-throughput drug discovery and consults with science companies to enhance communication.

As the Executive Director at The Science Haven, she promotes curiosity and engaging science experiences for all. Her work has earned recognitions from Forbes 30 Under 30 and EBONY Power 100, for striving to make science inclusive and exciting globally.

Starting as an intern, Dr. Baxter has built a community of science enthusiasts through storytelling, music, and comedy. Collaborating with industry leaders like 3M and Netflix to convey scientific narratives effectively and develop brand strategies.

Speech Topics

Hip-Hop Pedagogy in Science for the Newest Generations

Hip-hop and rap looks different for each generation. My work has shown that modern approaches to pedagogy, including hip-hop pedagogy, are needed to reach underrepresented populations. In this talk, I will discuss the success of my approaches to using contemporary rap and hip-hop to engage learners in science.

From College Dropout to PhD: Finding Resilience in your STEM Journey

No one said that life would be easy. Raised in a single-parent, twice-divorced household (sometimes homeless), I persevered through huge life challenges and within 10 years, I accomplished what most would have never expected. In this talk, I'll share intimate details of my story and provide your audience with the tools to overcome adversity.

How Increasing Visibility for Women in STEM Benefits Everyone

My research adds to a body of literature that shows that it benefits people from all backgrounds to see women, particularly Black women, in STEM fields. In this talk, I will discuss the current research regarding Black women in STEM, and how to support underrepresented populations in STEM.

How to Create a Culturally Responsive Learning Environment

Building inclusive learning environments and ensuring that students feel safe and welcome in your classroom is a major factor in student success, and a huge part of my teaching practices as an outstanding science educator. In this talk, I will engage your audience in a productive talk with the goal of setting an action plan for the classroom.

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