Professor Akram Inspires at the 2024 Google Girls Robotics Workshop
Professor Akram Taghavi-Burris presents at the 2024 Google Girls Robotics Workshop, an exciting event hosted by the Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance (TRSA) that empowers young women through hands-on STEM education. The workshop brings together middle and high school girls to explore robotics, creative problem-solving, and technology-driven careers in a supportive, engaging environment.
As a faculty member and Program Director for Computer Simulation & Gaming (CSG) at The University of Tulsa, Professor Taghavi-Burris shares her passion for immersive technologies and digital innovation with the next generation of creators.
🤖 Demonstrating Boston Dynamics’ Spot
During the event, Professor Akram lead a live demonstration of the Boston Dynamics Spot robot, showcasing how robotics, real-time simulation, and artificial intelligence come together to solve real-world challenges. The demonstration sparks curiosity and invites students to imagine the many ways robotics can be used in industries like healthcare, education, entertainment, and beyond.
Following the demo, Professor Akram joins a Q&A session, answering student questions about careers in gaming, simulation, XR, and computer science. Her insights help demystify advanced technology and encourage girls to see themselves as future engineers, designers, and innovators.
🌟 Empowering the Future of Tech
The Google Girls Robotics Workshop provides a platform for students to explore STEM in a meaningful and accessible way, and leaders like Professor Akram play a vital role in making those experiences impactful. Through her teaching, mentorship, and outreach, she continues to champion inclusivity and creativity in technology.
Thank you to TRSA, Google, and all participants for making this workshop a powerful step forward in STEM education, and thank you to Professor Akram for helping to inspire the tech leaders of tomorrow.
