2025 Harrisburg NextGen Women in STEM™ Group Workshop facilitator, STEM panelists and Mentors

Saturday, October 4, 2025

Commonwealth Charter Academy | 1 Innovation Way | Harrisburg, PA 17110

9:00 AM to 3 PM (Eastern)

Thank you to all panelists, presenters, and mentors for sharing their experience and insights with NextGen Women in STEM™ in Harrisburg!

From the STEM-UP Network Team

Key Takeaways from Attendees

“Great chance to talk to women in so many different parts of STEM”

“I love it! The ability to connect and inspire others in STEM is amazing.”

“Loved the energy and connections made.” “Awesome day! Thank you.”

“I really enjoyed today and I feel heard by other women like me.”

“This event was amazing! Loved it. I want to bring even more students next year.”

“It was so much fun and I learned a lot.” “I will 100% come back next year.”

Agenda

9:00 am to 10:00 am Registration, Coffee and Conversation

10:00 am to 11:15 am STEM Panel Discussion

11:15 am to 11:30 am Networking Break

11:30 am to 12:15 pm Group Workshop

12:15 pm to 1:15 pm Lunch and Networking

1:15 pm to 2:45 pm Speed Mentoring

2:45 pm to 3:00 pm Key Takeaways from the Day

Click on each individual’s photo (panel members, facilitator, mentors) to view their bio!

STEM Panel Discussion – 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM

Carol S. Eicher

Independent Director

MODERATOR

Krystal Rappe

Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager

Wolfgang Confectioners

SCIENCE PANELIST

Yumi McClellan, MS

Junior Project Manager

JMA Resources, Inc.

TECHNOLOGY PANELIST

Natasha Chauhan

Production Supervisor

Fenner Precision Polymers

ENGINEERING PANELIST

Angela Brinemugha

Senior Data Analyst

Capital One

MATHEMATICS PANELIST

Group Workshop – 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM

Parul Luthra

Manager of Network Operations Support

Capital Blue Cross

Topic: “Glow Through What You Go Through”

Life as a next generation woman in STEM can feel like a lot, classes, jobs, friendships, family, and the constant pressure to figure it all out. This session is about learning how to bounce back without losing yourself. We’ll talk about setting boundaries, handling stress, and turning setbacks into growth moments. Think of it as building resilience in a way that feels real, authentic, and completely your own, so you can keep glowing, no matter what comes your way.