It starts with passion. Each year, my company, ECM Global Measurement Solutions, is invited to participate in an ever-increasing number of events, which introduces students and our future workforce to opportunities in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). These range from Cub Scout engineering badge events to guest lectures at local colleges and universities.

The Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS) Education Committee is working to encourage our membership to develop and/or participate in local STEM activities in their local communities. High-quality STEM learning is crucial to improving our overall competitiveness in advanced manufacturing. Our goal is to reach out to CMS members for their support in building STEM awareness beyond our 3D metrology community. It is the right thing to do for our industry and incoming professionals.

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