Somerset County: Sanofi U.S. Recognized For Its Support Of STEM Education

Press release from the Somerset County Government:

May 4, 2020

SOMERVILLE – The current pandemic has proven just how necessary it is for the nation to have experts that are skilled in science and math. On April 28, the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders passed a resolution commending Sanofi U.S. for its support of education programs in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Sanofi U.S. has partnered with Students 2 Science to bring hands-on STEM education programs to local schools at no cost to the districts. Students 2 Science is a New Jersey-based nonprofit organization that inspires elementary, middle and high school students to pursue STEM careers by providing authentic, onsite and virtual laboratory experiences. Employees from Sanofi’s Bridgewater office volunteer as mentors for the Students 2 Science program and have introduced students to a variety of 21st-century STEM career options.

“More than ever before, it’s apparent that our nation will need a new generation of skilled mathematicians and scientists,” said Somerset County Freeholder Director Shanel Y. Robinson. “Anything that we can do to mentor and inspire students to pursue STEM careers will greatly benefit our country.”

“We at Sanofi are proud to work with the Somerset County Superintendent of School’s team, participating districts and Students 2 Science, to help bring hands-on STEM programs to the county’s students and teachers. These programs serve to spark an interest in science and to motivate students to pursue STEM majors and careers,” said Diana Blankman head of Sanofi U.S. Corporate Social Responsibility. “We appreciate the recognition from the Somerset County Freeholders and their leadership during this unprecedented time.”

The Somerset County school districts that participate in the Students 2 Science program include Bound Brook, Franklin, Hillsborough, Manville, North Plainfield, Somerset Hills, Somerville and South Bound Brook, as well as the Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School.

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This press release was produced by the Somerset County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.