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Black History Month 2021 Feature: Quentin Sanders, Ph.D.

Quentin Sanders, Ph.D. is a postdoctoral research fellow at North Carolina State University. He received his doctorate in Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Irvine. How did you become interested in robotics? Ever since I was a kid, I have always had a passion for tinkering. I really enjoyed building things and understanding how […]

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Black History Month 2021 Feature: A. Michael West Jr.

A. Michael West Jr. is pursuing his Ph.D. at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He’s currently researching the use of robots for expediting human rehabilitation during physical therapy and improving human-robot physical interaction. After receiving his doctorate, he hopes to continue research as a tenured professor with the hopes of inspiring other African American […]

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Black History Month 2021 Feature: Norman Fletcher

Norman Fletcher is a Senior Global Engineering Manager at Expedia. He multi-tasks with cross-functional groups utilizing data to uncover opportunities for efficiency from algorithmic tweaks in AI and robotics to tectonic shifts in strategy. Norman completed his masters degree in computer science at Middlesex University with major project work in robotic software for paraplegics. He […]

Florida Institute of Technology

Florida Institute of Technology’s  College of Engineering and Science is enthusiastic and proud of how faculty and students in the college engage and answer challenging questions for numerous industry partners and government agencies, which ensure that both our research and educational efforts produce a relevant and focused impact on society.

Florida Polytechnic University

Florida Polytechnic University offers 10 non-renewable academic merit scholarships to full time technology and engineering students with a strong passion for Robotics and STEM. Students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA. Participation in Robotics Clubs and competitions during high school preferred, but not required.

Charity Maricic

With a Physics Master’s Degree and 15+ years of educational experience, Charity Maricic has been bringing STEM to students throughout the community as a teacher, coach, Event Partner, volunteer, and judge. Beyond founding the successful Damien Robotics Program in 2013 as its head coach, she is Damien High School’s Engineering/Computer Science Department Head, PLTW coordinator, […]

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Intertech

The Intertech Foundation focuses on young people’s inspiration and the building of their science, engineering, and technology skills. If you have excelled in Math and Science and will be graduating from high school this spring, and plan to pursue college studies in computer science consider applying.

The BHW Group

The BHW Group scholarship is available for women who are pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree and are majoring in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics during the 2022 school year.

Northrop Grumman

We want you – your perspective and ideas – ­to propel us forward. Northrop Grumman interns and early career employees get exposure to how some of the top minds from across many different industries turn ideas into outcomes…

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Lockheed Martin Corporation

Lockheed Martin launched the STEM Scholarship Program in 2018 as part of investment in the next generation of STEM talent. We are committed to providing access to pathways through education and into the STEM workforce for all students, particularly those from diverse backgrounds and communities historically underrepresented in STEM fields. Each year, the STEM Scholarship […]

NASA

NASA internships and fellowships leverage NASA’s unique missions and programs to enhance and increase the capability, diversity and size of the nation’s future science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce. Internships are available from high school to graduate level…

Black History Month 2022 Feature: Marcia Evans and Sandra Whittle-Jeffcoat

Organization: The National Coalition of 100 Black Women Las Vegas Team/Program: VEX IQ Challenge State: Nevada How did you become interested in robotics? Marcia: I was able to volunteer at VEX Worlds with my family, and was impressed with the students and program. Seeing and interacting with teams from all over the globe, seeing their […]

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Black History Month 2022 Feature: Rodney Williams

Organization: South Panola High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, Mississippi Squadron 081 (MS-081) State: Mississippi How did you become interested in robotics? My introduction to robotics happened during a JROTC introductory workshop for cadet instructors. Presenters explained to the group that the mission of the United States Air Force Academy Science, Technology, Engineering […]

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PixelPlex

The $2,000 PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship was established to help support and inspire students to pursue further education in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as economics and business. One student will be chosen from the applicant pool and will be awarded based on the strength of their written essay. […]

Chairish

Chairish is offering a scholarship designed to support students from diverse backgrounds and students who are majoring in design-related fields such as architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and engineering fields. Each year, we will award up to $5,000 in college scholarships to two deserving students.

Edison International

Become an Edison Scholar. Edison International is awarding college scholarships to 30 high school students who will each receive $50,000.00 to help them follow their dreams in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) and empower them to change the world.

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Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab now operates a series of world-first education programs, including its international Space Ambassador program, that delivers inspiring and interactive education experiences to schools and  students. The company has also supported more than 60 tertiary students through internships at Rocket Lab, with 90% of those students graduating into full time permanent positions. Rocket Lab […]

Shivakumar Venkataraman

Shivakumar Venkataraman, 52, is from Hyderabad. In 1990, he graduated in computer science engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology in Chennai. Venkataraman went to the University of Wisconsin-Madison for a doctorate in computer science. He then started his professional journey as a summer intern at Hewlett-Packard Laboratories, before moving on to IBM as a […]

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Mike Martus

Mike Martus graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1973 and a master’s in 1977. He was a vocational educator in the Pontiac school district in Michigan for 37 years. Martus started out doing small engine repair in an industrial arts class but saw the power of STEM and launched […]

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Black History Month 2023 Feature: Terrence Southern

Terrence Southern is an award winning Robotics & Automation expert, speaker, influencer of innovation, entrepreneur and philanthropist who is a nationally recognized thought leader, strategist and consultant in the manufacturing automation industry and STEM Education & Workforce Development. He continues to implement strategies to deploy robotic solutions and machine learning technology across the globe. Over […]

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DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory

The DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory is designed to significantly increase the involvement of creative and highly trained scientists and engineers from academia and industry in scientific and technical areas of interest and relevance to the Army…

Women in STEM Excel

The WISE (Women in STEM Excel) Scholarship was created by Dr. Alexander Sobel to support, empower, and encourage women in Washington pursuing education in science, technology, engineering, and/or mathematics. Washingtonian women interested in a career in a STEM field are welcome to apply for the $3,500 scholarship.

Sweet Briar College

Sweet Briar College is one of just two women’s colleges in the U.S. with an ABET-accredited engineering program. Our general education program focuses on women’s leadership. Our students and graduates stand out for the right reasons. In our program, nearly every class is project-based, hands-on learning. It’s all the challenge and sense of purpose you’re […]

Air Force Civilian Service

AFCS’ full-time PCIP for college juniors prepares you for a number of promising career fields within AFCS, including Science and Engineering, Cybersecurity, IT, Acquisition, and other mission-critical specialty positions…

Women in Aviation International

Scholarship awards are a major benefit of membership in Women in Aviation International. They help our members reach their goals and advance into aviation and aerospace.  WAI2024 scholarship applications are now open. There are over 105 scholarships available valued at more than $1 million.  Each scholarship offering is different and are for flight training, engineering, […]

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2025-2026 Signature Event Updates

  1. An Event Partner wanting to apply to host a Signature Event must have hosted events for at least 2 seasons prior to applying. 
  2. Signature Events must use the officially branded award banners for the Excellence Award and Tournament/Teamwork Champions Award.
  3. When hanging field skirts the VEX Robotics logo/brand name can not be covered up on the competition fields.
  4. VEX V5 Robotics Competition Signature Events may have regional capacity and max per organization restrictions lifted 8 weeks before the event if the event is not full (similar to the process already in place for VEX IQ Robotics Competition Signature Events).
  5. Minimum pit size reduced to 8’x 8’ instead of 10’x10’.
  6. Beginning in the 2025-2026 season, the REC Foundation will collect $10 instead of $5 per team registration on all Signature Events. This is to help offset travel costs for REC Foundation staff to support these larger events.

2025-2026 Signature Event Application Reminders

  1. Existing Signature Events only need to complete the Final Application (due by March 31, 2025)
  2. New Signature Event concepts will need to complete the Initial Proposal by January 31, 2025 and if approved, complete the Final Application by March 31, 2025.
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