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Learn About the Amazing FOSSI Scholars

Get to know FOSSI scholars and read about where they're from, their hobbies and interests, and their excitement for pursuing a STEM degree at their HBCU of choice. 

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FOSSI Partners on Where a STEM Degree Can Take You

In the latest discussion on STEM careers, FOSSI partners from Bayer, Owens Corning, TPC Group, and Eastman shared with scholars why they love what they do, their path to success, and lessons learned along the way.      ...

BASF Welcomes Prairie View FOSSI Scholars to Freeport

In April, the BASF team welcomed FOSSI scholars—including Ford Blunt IV, Hedges Onye Franklin, Jeremiah Norris, Josiah Moore, Khlya Baker, Lyle Williams, and Xavier Jackson—along with fellow students and faculty from Prairie View A&M University, to their Freeport, Texas, facility for a day...

The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) Celebrates Its First Graduates

FOSSI celebrated a major milestone with its first graduating class in a dynamic virtual event, inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders. The celebration highlighted the power of a STEM education and the invaluable networks built through HBCU experiences.

Caps Off, Game On!

Following the FOSSI Senior Celebration, scholars were offered practical advice on entering the workforce from HR experts and hiring managers from FOSSI partner companies.  ...

The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) Pays a Visit to Rattler Nation

FOSSI scholars, sponsors, and FAMU faculty gathered for a dynamic event featuring networking, inspiring speeches, and a special recognition of the first FOSSI graduate.

FOSSI Fundamentals of Success Focuses on Internships and Co-ops

This fall, the FOSSI Fundamentals of Success (FoS) turned its focus to the value of internships and co-ops in shaping future careers. Speakers included leaders from DuPont, Eastman, and LYB as well as scholars who have had jobs at FOSSI sponsor companies.

FOSSI Scholars Hit the Big Board and the Ballroom

A group of FOSSI scholars were invited to tour the New York Stock Exchange before attending the 2024 AIChE Gala. Read about their eventful day filled with NYSE history, a lunch surprise, and their recognition at the gala.

Four Years With FOSSI: A Timeline of the Impact LyondellBasell Has on the Future of STEM

Take a look at LyondellBasell's evolution with FOSSI since joining the program in 2020.

Empowering Future Leaders: Sasol & Southern University Host Career Readiness Workshop for FOSSI Scholars

On November 6, 2024, Southern University and A&M College – Baton Rouge, LA, welcomed FOSSI scholars to the Valdry Center for Philanthropy for an engaging Career Readiness Workshop, equipping students with essential skills and strategies needed for success.

Keep up With FOSSI Scholars

Keep up with FOSSI scholars and learn about how they are adjusting to life on campus, overcoming challenges, and taking advantage of the wide-ranging benefits of the FOSSI program.

Meet FOSSI's 2024 Class

In FOSSI's fourth year, we're thrilled to welcome our 2024 class of 150 FOSSI scholars. Since the start of the program, FOSSI has awarded 740 exceptional high-school seniors $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 per year) to pursue preferred STEM degrees at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) .

See welcome video and the complete list of scholars

Meet the FOSSI Scholars: Future Superstars of STEM

Learn about the origin of FOSSI, the long-term goals of the FOSSI founding partners, and hear from FOSSI's inaugural class in the November issue of AIChE's CEP magazine.

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