GIRLS IN STEM: B~STEM PROJECT Our programs and events provide girls and young women prospects in business and STEM by creating access to information and opportunities, offering educational programming and promoting higher education. They allow us to educate, empower, and inspire youth on an on-going basis — particularly in communities that lack the infrastructure and resources needed to cultivate talent and foster innovation in this ever-emerging and expanding technology driven world. We … [Read more...]
Jeanne Holm – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 22, 2015 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this powerful woman leader that is devoting her life to the creation and sustenance of World Peace, and technology innovations; both on earth and in space. "I am a WOMAN of ACTION™ because when others turn away from a challenge, I embrace it." Jeanne Holm WOMAN of ACTION™ Jeanne Holm Jeanne Holm has extensive experience in education, innovation, and government … [Read more...]
Blue Moon – August 20, 2013
August 19, 2013 by
When the moon rises Tuesday night (Aug. 20), it brings us the August full moon and in addition, it will also technically be a "Blue Moon." "But wait a minute," you may ask. "Isn't a Blue Moon defined as the second full moon that occurs during a calendar month? Tuesday’s full moon will be the only full moon of August 2013. So how can we call it a 'Blue' moon?" [Blue Moon Secrets Explained (Infographic)] Yet it still is a Blue Moon, but only if we follow a now somewhat obscure rule of … [Read more...]
FULL MOON
March 15, 2013 by
FULL MOONS A full moon is a lunar phase that occurs when the Moon is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun. More precisely, a full moon occurs when the geocentric apparent (ecliptic) longitudes of the Sun and Moon differ by 180 degrees; the Moon is then in opposition with the Sun. Lunar eclipses can only occur at Full Moon, where the moon's orbit allows it to pass through the Earth's shadow. Lunar eclipses do not occur every month because the moon usually passes above or below the … [Read more...]
Comet ISON, Comet of the Century in March 2013
March 13, 2013 by
COMETS A comet sailing through the inner solar system make its closest approach to the sun and will be at its brightest at sunset tonight, but the glare of twilight may make it tricky to see, NASA says. The Comet Pan-STARRS will be 28 million miles (45 million kilometers) from the surface of the sun when it swings around the star today, and should be bright enough to see without the aid of telescopes or binoculars, weather permitting. But the comet is also appearing low … [Read more...]
Elite Women Around The World celebrate Women’s History Month on March 22, 2013
February 19, 2013 by
Elite Women Around The World® is a global network of individuals, leaders, organizations, businesses, coming together with a shared mission of enhancing the economic position of women globally and creating a worldwide platform for: Leadership, Mentorship, Economic Advancement & Empowerment for women Collaboration among women businesses Building of Alliances with other businesses and civic organizations Education and Insights on business issues for global … [Read more...]
Solar Eclipse – MAY 20, 2012
May 20, 2012 by
SOLAR ECLIPSE - MAY 20, 2012 On May 20-21, 2012 an annular eclipse of the Sun will be visible from within a narrow corridor along Earth's northern Hemisphere -- beginning in eastern Asia, crossing the North Pacific Ocean, and ending in the western United States. A partial eclipse will be visible from a much larger region covering East Asia, North Pacific, North America and Greenland. During an annular eclipse the moon does not block the entirety of the sun, but leaves a … [Read more...]
