ComEd has selected 30 young women, ages 13 to 18, to participate in the 2018 Icebox Derby program that the energy company developed to encourage women to pursue science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education and careers. For five years, the ComEd Icebox Derby has empowered 120 young women to explore careers in STEM to become the scientists and engineers of tomorrow by providing them learning opportunities, exposure to women professionals in STEM, and prizes. The participants include students from communities throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. The students will meet regularly over three weeks, from July 19 to Aug. 4, and work alongside ComEd mentors to build their cars. The cars will be equipped with software that provides real-time metrics that help the girls drive more safely and efficiently and monitor their speed and battery voltage. Each participant will receive a $1,500 scholarship. The program will culminate with the race on Saturday, Aug. 4, at Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., Chicago. The festivities will begin at noon, and admission is free for all. The winning team will earn bragging rights and the Icebox Derby STEM Cup. The race will test not only the girls’ speed and craftsmanship, but also their analytical skills and ability to work together to achieve a common goal. Find out more about the program by visiting IceboxDerby.com.
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