Despite a growth in the number of Hispanics in the fields of
science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), recent studies
show Latinos are still underrepresented in these critical
professions. To help reverse this situation, the U.S. Army
announced today its continued support of Great Minds in STEM
(GMiS). GMiS is a leader in promoting STEM careers especially in
underserved communities. As part of its efforts, the Army will
partner with GMiS at the annual HENAAC conference, Oct. 6-8 in
Orlando, Fla., which provides Hispanic youth with information
and resources related to education and careers in STEM. The U.S.
Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment in STEM
occupations will grow by more than 21 percent by 2018, more than
double the growth of other occupations. Because Latinos are the
fastest growing demographic group, projected to be 25 percent of
the U.S. population by 2025, it is critical that Hispanic
students are prepared to contribute to the growing demand for a
highly skilled STEM workfo