PPG will provide a
'Together with C3, we want to build the next generation of diverse and innovative STEM leaders,' said
The additional funding will be used to expand and improve C3's online platform exactwatjezoekt.nl and to support the student science competitions Beta Tournament and European Olympiad of Experimental Science. It will also help to create a version of the digiboard lesson 'The Sustainable Paint Factory' for high-school students. In addition, PPG employees will give guest lectures and host company visits for students.
'With the current major staff shortages and declining enrolment in STEM education, the urgency is high to get young people involved in the professional field early and introduce them to the education programs associated with it,' said Jeroen Sijbers, C3 director. 'Thanks to this partnership, C3 has the means to realize much-needed education support across the board, specifically for chemistry, life sciences and process technology. We will extend the current successes and strengthen the quality of education by development of learning materials which prepare students for their future.'
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C3 introduces children and young people to chemistry and life sciences so that they can discover their talents and make informed choices about their profile and studies. Through the student platform exactwatjezoekt.nl, C3 helps young people with their science subjects and provides information on the professional field and education in science and technology. To learn more, visit www.C3.nl.
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