UMCES' female scientists share stories of inspiration

March 24, 2017

For Women’s History Month, some of the female scientists at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science shared their stories about family, colleagues, teachers, and even brief acquaintances who inspired them. The month, celebrated in March, honors the vital role of women in American history.

Hit play to listen as six UMCES scientists talk about their role models.

You can also watch visual narratives of each of these stories and read even more stories.

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