Chemours and NHL® Extend STEM Education Support at Drexel Neumann Academy


10/23/2023


The international chemical firm, Chemours, is continuing its support for the STEM Program at Drexel Neumann Academy in Chester, Pa. This initiative, which is a collaboration with the National Hockey League (NHL®), provides science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education to students from fourth to eighth grade. The partnership is now moving into its second year.
 
“The next generation of chemists and material scientists that will help the world unlock new innovations and drive progress to address pressing sustainability challenges including in the sport of hockey,” said Dr. Chuck Allgood, Technical Fellow – Thermal & Specialty Solutions, Chemours.
 
“It is a privilege to continue our support of STEM education that will inspire students to discover a passion for learning and open their world to potential future career opportunities as they move forward in their educational journey.”
 
“We believe hockey instills life skills in youth both on and off the ice,” said Omar Mitchell, NHL VP of Sustainable Infrastructure and Growth Initiatives. “We are proud that our partnership with Chemours extends beyond the ice rink and into the classroom, particularly around STEM education for under-resourced youth. Our collective efforts will serve as a catalyst for these students to pursue their dreams and become future leaders in their respective communities.”
 
The international chemical firm, Chemours, is continuing its support for the STEM Program at Drexel Neumann Academy in Chester, Pa. This initiative, which is a collaboration with the National Hockey League (NHL®), provides science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education to students from fourth to eighth grade. The partnership is now moving into its second year.
 
“The first year of the program has been truly inspirational and empowering for our students, and we are thrilled to see the opportunities continue,” said Alice Sylvester, President, Drexel Neumann Academy. “We are so very appreciative for the investment Chemours and the NHL® are making to keep this program going—and growing! Their commitment provides the solid foundation on which our students can build promising futures.”
 
The international chemical firm, Chemours, is continuing its support for the STEM Program at Drexel Neumann Academy in Chester, Pa. This initiative, which is a collaboration with the National Hockey League (NHL®), provides science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education to students from fourth to eighth grade. The partnership is now moving into its second year.