STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is an important field in today’s growing society. STEM represents the innovation, creativity, and intelligence needed to improve the world. The Congressional Award commends any participant interested and involved in STEM-related activities, as the country needs more fresh, bright minds to learn from.
The Award wants to give special recognition to the participants who incorporate STEM-related activities when they earn their Award. Our STEM Stars initiative, in partnership with Ferring Pharmaceuticals, encourages a passion for STEM in young people. The Congressional Award invites participants to incorporate at least one STEM activity into their Award goals. STEM Stars receive an additional Award designation, a STEM Star pin, and are invited to STEM-focused events throughout the year.

STEM Stars Toolkit

Get inspired with step-by-step instructions on becoming a STEM Star and ideas on how you can incorporate STEM into your activities!

Submit Your STEM Story

Have a STEM story of your own? Tell us how you're incorporating STEM into your Congressional Award for a social media spotlight!

CELEBRATING WOMEN IN STEM

Ferring Pharmaceuticals is proud to highlight the incredible achievements of women leaders in STEM. Explore Ferring’s distinguished women in leadership below. These trailblazing women exemplify the innovation and dedication that inspire the next generation of young people to pursue their own STEM careers.

Activity Checker

Check if your activity follows the Award guidelines!

This activity does not follow the guidelines. Please review the Program Book to read the guidelines and requirements for activities, or pick an entirely new activity.
This activity may fall into a gray area with our guidelines. Please review the Program Book to read the guidelines and requirements for activities to see if your activity follows the guidelines. In your submission, please emphasize the following about your activity: you did not receive class credit for this activity. If you would like specific clarification, email information@congressionalaward.org
This activity may fall into a gray area with our guidelines. Please review the Program Book to read the guidelines and requirements for activities to see if your activity follows the guidelines. In your submission, please emphasize the following about your exploration: you did not receive class credit for this activity; your trip has 6-8 hours of activity per day, you answered all 1-10 write-up questions; your trip was independently planned and not prepared by an organization. If you would like specific clarification, email information@congressionalaward.org