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Young Men in Engineering Program (YMEP)
Type: Academic Ages: 12 to 13
Wayne State University’s College of Engineering created the Young Men
in Engineering Program in 2008. The program was developed to nurture
the interest of under-represented minority males in science,
technology, engineering, and math (STEM). There is a desperate need to
increase the number of underrepresented minority males that select
engineering or other STEM fields as career options. The YMEP consists
of 30 rising 7th – 8th grade underrepresented minority males. The four-
week summer experience engages the students from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m., Monday thru Friday. YMEP participants take courses in
Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry, Technical writing, and
Life/Social Skills, Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved for
lab demonstrations, development of team projects, and hosting guest
speakers, engineering student panel discussions and/or field trips.
Engineering students are paired with each team to serve as a
mentor/consultant on their projects. The courses are des
igned to improve and strengthen the academic skill base of all YMEP
participants. In addition to the technical courses that are taught,
students participate in special workshops led by undergraduate &
graduate students, instructors, community leaders, and industry
professionals. Academic subjects are presented in a non-traditional
instructional format. Through the use of self-paced materials and
individualized, computer-based and distance-learning, students learn
in an informal environment. All classes and workshops are led by
underrepresented minority men who will serve as role models for the
students. It’s crucial for the students to see people who look like
them in positive positions. All student invitations are based on
counselor and teacher recommendations, student interest, and ability
to actively participate in the program. Ethnic and racial diversity
are key components important to maintaining program balance. Parental
support is also a crucial factor in the success o
f the Young Men in Engineering Program. The goals of the program are
to increase the amount of underrepresented minority males graduating
from high school, and significantly increase their chances of earning
a college degree in a STEM field. The program meets Monday through
Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Monday June 28th, 2010 to Friday July 23rd, 2010
Location: Wayne State University, College of Engineering
Cost: $250.00
Sponsors:
Event Contact:
Michelle Reaves
313-577-4006
ymep@eng.wayne.edu



Mozell P. Lang
Science Director
Detroit Public Schools, Curr. & Ins.
313-873-1486(W) & 517-214-7450(M)
mozell.lang@detroitk12.org
7440 Second Ave. 3rd Floor Kahn Bldg.
Detroit, MI 48202

Happy Mother's Day!!!!!

Join Great Start for the 4th Annual Star Power 2010! 



What: Parade

            Family Activities

            Legislative Meeting

            Lunch Provided

            Transportation Available

When: May 19, 2010

             9a.m. – 2:30p.m. (bus leaves Detroit area @ 7:30am)

Where: State Capitol in Lansing, Michigan

Why: Family Fun

           Support Early Learners

           Talk to state legislators about 

•  the possible end of early learning programs like preschool and head start
• healthcare and medical cuts
• Share your story or listen to someone else's story...

Your voice counts! Come on out and support our children!

This is an opportunity to make a connection with your legislators, many of whom are also running for office and are looking for support. You may also attend breakout/training sessions to help prepare you before the event.

Register online to participate at www.greatstartforkids.org/star-power

For transportation, please call (734) 285-4001

i have a wonderful baby boy named Jakiah who is now 8 months old, and i have been nursing him since birth. i do think that now is the time to stop nursing, not because of his age, but simply because nursing is starting to rule my entire life. i work full time, so im having to stop work and pump three times a day (which means i have to work later to make up for that time) and im just ready to stop nursing all together. i have been trying to convert him to formula, but he doesnt like it, there fore i am mixing half and half.

my question is, what is the best way to completely stop nursing? should i just cut him off cold turkey? and how do i stop producing so much milk? i have decreased my pumping from three to one time a day, but still making tons of milk, and by the time i get home im hoping hes ready to eat. i get soo full that i am in pain sometimes. am i doing anything wrong????

Just left my first meeting...I loved it! I have 6 other friends who are either pergo or just had babies..I must let them know about this wonderful opportunity to share and bound with women who LOOK, WALK, & TALK like US!

Forgot to pst the number to free car seats (313) 745-0072

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has released new ratings on belt-positioning booster seats.  Of 60 seats evaluated, eleven are not recommended because they do a poor job of fitting the seat belt.  The fit of the belt is important because safety belts are designed for adults, not children.  Nine booster seats were rated "best bets" and six were rated "good bets."  According to IIHS, a good booster seat routes the lap belt flat across a child's upper thighs and positions the shoulder belt at midshoulder.  The new ratings cover almost all models currently sold in the US.  Boosters that are not recommended by IIHS include:  the Harmony Secure Comfort Deluxe backless with clip, Combi Kobuk dual-use highback, Evenflo Express highback (combination), Eddie Bauer Deluxe highback (combination), and Evenflo Sightseer highback. Also on the list are 3-in-1s including the Safety 1st Alpha Omega Elite, Alpha Omega Elite, Eddie Bauer Deluxe 3-in-1, Safety 1st All-in-One, Al pha Omega Luxe Echelon, and Alpha Omega.  For more information, including a list of the seats that are rated best bets and good bets, go to http://www.iihs.org/news/rss/pr122209.html.