We are creating future STEM Leaders!

STEMNetX is on a mission to provide equitable representation in undergraduate STEM fields through resources, mentors, and experiential learning opportunities.

MEDIA SPOTLIGHT

August 4, 2025
STEMNetX Fellowship - Discovering the Power of Research!
STEMnetX fellowships and Pitt research experiences help two mechanical engineering students step confidently into the future

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June 27, 2025
STEMNetX recognized by AAAS as a major STEM resource
Empowering College Students in STEM: Resources for Success

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June 02, 2025
STEMNetX , in partnership with PITT SPACE welcomes the Inaugural cohort of the Space Engineering Pathways Program - an initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of STEM leaders through experiential learning and cutting-edge research opportunities.

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January 2025
American Physical Society - National Mentor Spotlight
Rama Bala, Founder and CEO of Chance to Change Lives recognized as a National STEM Mentor by APS

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October 23, 2024

CCL-US collaborates with Pitt Space to develop a new Space Engineering Pathways (SEP) program.

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June 06, 2024

STEMNETX organizes NETL Tour to Grow Local Talent From Smaller Colleges, Universities

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May 22, 2024

Women of Quantum Technology: Dr. Rama ‘Bala’ Balasubramanian, President and CEO of Chance to Change Lives (CCL-US)

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Nov 20, 2023

CCL-US provides funding for a Washington-Jefferson project to explore ways to stabilize coal mining site

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April 6, 2023

Chance to Change Lives Partners with Washington Jefferson College for STEM Workforce Training in Western PA

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December 15, 2022

CCL-US presents Freshman Ronard Pabi, a physics major, "Chance to Change Lives" Award for outstanding STEM Research.

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July 17, 2025
Shooting the Moon to Illuminate the Stars
STEMnetX receives Moonshot Grant to collaborate with Pitt Space to promote STEM education in high school classrooms

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November 24, 2025
Andre Weaver ’27 presents during STEM Scholars Conference, wins undergraduate research award
Andre presents during the American Association for the Advancement of Science S-STEM Scholars Conference in San Diego, where he was awarded the Chance to Change Lives Undergraduate Research Award.

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Impact By the Numbers

Research Projects Funded 22

Career workshop beneficiaries 575+

Student Awards Granted 7

Publications and Presentations 36

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Coding Certificates Awarded 7

May 16, 2026

Upper St. Clair Community Day

Get to know US

STEMNETX is a STEM initiative supported by CCL-US.ORG, non-profit organization, with a vision of empowering future STEM leaders through innovative experiential learning. We are on a mission to provide equitable representation in undergraduate STEM fields through resources, mentors and experiential learning opportunities.
Gender, racial, and social barriers are still huge hurdles in STEM fields for underserved population - women, gender and racial minorities, economically disadvantaged groups. Bridging the gap in access to resources, opportunities, access to resources, awareness, capacity, and social capital for underserved groups in STEM.
Our Platform offers comprehensive engagement programs for students in emerging STEM fields such as Biotechnology, Physics, Quantum Materials & Engineering , Space Science Technology.
We CREATE
- Fellows Cohort
  Professional
- Development Training
- STEM upskilling workshops
We PROVIDE
- Active Mentoring
- Speaker serie
- Exposure to CMU graduate school, other opportunities
We HOST
- Summer Experience
- Peer networking meetings
- Community engagement
- 100% OF OUR IN-PERSON STUDENTS FELT THEIR STEM COLLABORATION SKILLS WERE IMPROVED THROUGH THE BOOT CAMP
- 85% OF IN-PERSON STUDENTS FOUND THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP VERY HELPFUL
- 85% OF IN-PERSON STUDENTS FELT THEY HAD A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF QUANTUM AFTER THE WORKSHOP
- 100% OF OUR FELLOWS ARE NOW THINKING OF CAREERS IN STEM/SCIENCE POLICY / GRAD. RESEARCH
STEMNetx launched its own flagship program, "The STEMNETX FELLOWSHIP" in 2024. A year long program aims to provide the participants technical and soft skills to build their career in STEM fields. Selected students participate in this fully paid program which has a mandatory 1-week in person boot camp that focuses on their career development and providing necessary skill sets. Click HERE to learn more!!