To: The United States House of Representatives

Support STEM to STEAM initiatives

Encourage members of the House of Representatives to support the addition of art and design to STEM programming through House Resolution 319, effectively turning STEM to STEAM.

STEM + Art = STEAM

Why is this important?

We recognize that creativity is required to solve the complex challenges society faces, and that Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) alone may not be enough. The flexible thinking, risk taking, and creative problem-solving techniques that are taught through art and design are needed for innovation in today's changing world.

We encourage the support of House Resolution 319: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that adding art and design into Federal programs that target the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields encourages innovation and economic growth in the United States.