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What do Survivor, STEM and robotics have in common? Strategy, adaptability, and collaboration.

In a new story for Inside Higher Ed, Christian Hubicki shares how his experience in academia and on Survivor connects to his continued support for STEM education, including his support for FIRST and efforts to expand robotics learning opportunities for students.

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Tribal Council in the Lecture Hall: Why Higher Ed Loves Survivor As the reality TV series reaches the finale of its 50th season, Inside Higher Ed spoke to more than half a dozen faculty contestants about what drew them to the show and how they’ve incorporated their fandom into their classes.

João’s journey with FIRST started as a student on “Fran Robots.” Today, he’s come full circle, returning as a mentor for the same team while also volunteering with FIRST Robotics Competition in Brazil to help inspire the next generation through STEAM. 💡

Through the Passaporte para o Futuro SESI-SP scholarship program, João was selected to study abroad at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he is pursuing dual degrees in Computer Science and Data Science.

Inspired by his experiences in FIRST, João is committed to using mentorship, technology, and education to create opportunities for young people in his community.

Learn more about João’s journey from FIRST student to mentor and how he’s using STEAM to help shape the future: https://hubs.ly/Q04j8SXh0

FIRST Alum Turned Mentor Earns Scholarship and Pursues STEAM João, a FIRST alum and mentor, shares his inspiring journey in STEAM, showcasing the impact of mentorship and education on young minds.