00 - Nominations for the 2026 STEMMy Awards

Student Achiever

The Student Achiever STEMMy Award honors a female college student currently enrolled at a Kansas or Missouri college or university with professional aspirations in a STEMM field. The student has demonstrated academic achievements, shows exemplary student involvement in campus/community organizations, and is a leader amongst her peers at her college or university. This award can be given to an undergrad or graduate degree student.
Undergraduate DegreeGraduate DegreeDoctoral DegreeOther
Because the form can only be filled out at one time and not able to be saved to return to at a later date, we recommend drafting your answers in a Word document and pasting each answer into the form fields below before submitting.
1. Briefly describe why you believe the nominee should be recognized as a WiSTEMM Student Achiever. Feel free to include accomplishments in their student/professional career, including academic achievements, as well as other areas of their life that wouldn’t be included in any of the following questions.*
2. Describe the nominee in 3 words.*
3. How does this nominee champion Women in STEMM fields through their work and community engagement?*
WiSTEMM Educator

The WiSTEMM Educator Award honors a full-time STEMM faculty member at any high school or college level. Based on student or fellow faculty evaluations and community accolades, her institution or community acknowledges her as an outstanding educator.
Because the form can only be filled out at one time and not able to be saved to return to at a later date, we recommend drafting your answers in a Word document and pasting each answer into the form fields below before submitting.
1. Briefly describe why you believe the nominee should be recognized as a WiSTEMM Educator. Feel free to include accomplishments in their career as well as other areas of their life that wouldn’t be included in any of the following questions.*
2. Describe the nominee in 3 words.*
3. How does this nominee champion Women in STEMM fields through their work and community engagement?*
Enterprising Innovator

The Enterprising Innovator Award honors a woman business owner at a STEMM-focused company who demonstrates outstanding leadership by setting a clear vision and achieving notable success. She also shows industry excellence by influencing others in her STEMM field and is regarded as a key contributor within her industry.
Because the form can only be filled out at one time and not able to be saved to return to at a later date, we recommend drafting your answers in a Word document and pasting each answer into the form fields below before submitting.
1. Please briefly explain why you think the nominee deserves recognition as an Enterprising Innovator. You are welcome to mention achievements in their career and other aspects of their life that may not be addressed in the subsequent questions.*
2. Describe the nominee in 3 words.*
3. How does this nominee champion Women in STEMM fields through their work and community engagement?*
Corporate HERO

The Corporate HERO Award honors a company, whether large or small, that promotes women in STEMM within their organization. This company actively participates in KC Metro STEMM-related activities and supports community organizations. It strongly supports women in STEMM fields and offers benefits and support through education, growth opportunities, flexibility, and camaraderie via initiatives such as ERGs.
Because the form can only be filled out at one time and not able to be saved to return to at a later date, we recommend drafting your answers in a Word document and pasting each answer into the form fields below before submitting.
1. Briefly describe why you believe the nominee should receive the Corporate HERO STEMMy Award.*
2. What ties to STEMM fields does this company have?*
Example: Financial industry with strengths in technology.
3. How does this nominee champion Women in STEMM fields through their work and community engagement?*
WiSTEMM Community Spotlight

The WiSTEMM Community Spotlight Award honors a nonprofit, professional organization, or community initiative that advances STEMM within our region. The awardee helps build a pipeline of STEMM talent in the community, promotes STEMM programs, and increases awareness of STEMM.
Because the form can only be filled out at one time and not able to be saved to return to at a later date, we recommend drafting your answers in a Word document and pasting each answer into the form fields below before submitting.
1. Briefly describe why you believe the nominee should receive the WiSTEMM Community Spotlight Award. Feel free to include program accomplishments and other awards received in the community.*
2. What ties to STEMM fields does this organization or community initiative have?*
3. How does this nominee champion Women in STEMM fields through their work and community engagement?*
Rising Trendsetter

The Rising Trendsetter Award honors a woman with 10 Years or Less of professional experience in her STEMM field who has demonstrated significant achievement early in her career. She is a role model for women in STEMM, gaining peer recognition and support. She is an emerging leader among women in STEMM and participates in STEMM activities at her company and in her community.
Because the form can only be filled out at one time and not able to be saved to return to at a later date, we recommend drafting your answers in a Word document and pasting each answer into the form fields below before submitting.
1. Briefly describe why you believe the nominee should be recognized as a Rising Trendsetter. Feel free to include accomplishments in their career as well as other areas of their life that wouldn’t be included in any of the following questions.*
2. Describe the nominee in 3 words.*
3. How does this nominee champion Women in STEMM fields through their work and community engagement?*
Groundbreaking Leadership

The Groundbreaking Leadership Award honors a woman in STEMM who has made significant contributions to the STEMM community throughout her more than 10-year professional career in her field. She advocates for women in STEMM by promoting gender equity in leadership roles, supporting women entering or advancing in STEMM careers, and celebrating their achievements. She is a comprehensive leader who casts a vision, sets and achieves goals, learns from other leaders, mentors others, influences peers, and drives innovation and change.
Because the form can only be filled out at one time and not able to be saved to return to at a later date, we recommend drafting your answers in a Word document and pasting each answer into the form fields below before submitting.
1. Briefly describe why you believe the nominee should be recognized as a Groundbreaking Leader. Feel free to include accomplishments in their career as well as other areas of their life that wouldn’t be included in any of the following questions.*
2. Describe the nominee in 3 words.*
3. How does this nominee champion Women in STEMM fields through their work and community engagement?*
WiSTEMM Champion

The WiSTEMM Champion Award honors a leader, regardless of gender, who works in or is connected to a STEMM field or organization. These individuals are bridge builders who imagine gender equality and actively work to achieve that goal. They advocate for women in STEMM, empowering them to reach their full potential. They support women as they enter or advance in their STEMM careers and actively promote them in their workplaces and communities. They are genuine champions for others.
Because the form can only be filled out at one time and not able to be saved to return to at a later date, we recommend drafting your answers in a Word document and pasting each answer into the form fields below before submitting.
1. Briefly describe why you believe the nominee should be recognized as the WiSTEMM Champion. Feel free to include accomplishments in their career and other areas of their life that wouldn’t be included in any of the following questions.*
2. Describe the nominee in 3 words.*
3. How are they a Champion for Women in STEMM? Specifically, how do they promote gender equality in leadership roles, support and nurture women entering or growing in STEMM careers, and celebrate achievements by women in STEMM?*

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If you have any questions about the STEMMy Awards or the nomination process,
please contact our Signature Event Manager, Kerry Gentry Hartnett at kerry@centralexchange.org.
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