SE Downtown Detroit Luncheon Affinity Group (virtual)

Andrea Harp, Director of Culture and Community

Michigan Science Center

Located on the corner of Warren Ave. and John R St. in Midtown, the Michigan Science Center is one of several nonprofit organizations in Detroit’s cultural district. With live stage shows, an IMAX® Dome, a 4D theater, a Planetarium, an 8,700 square foot special exhibit hall, and 200+ hands-on exhibits, the Science Center has a lot to offer children and adults alike.

MiSci’s mission is to inspire curious minds of all ages to discover, explore and appreciate science, technology, engineering and math in a creative, dynamic learning environment and prides itself on being a STEM engagement hub where discovery learning and interactive participation meet. Exhibits, programs and science shows explore various topics in STEM and promote literacy and understanding of the natural world and the built environment.

We will have the pleasure of visiting with Andrea Harp, MiSci’s Director of Culture and Community. With more than 15 years of non-profit experience and an MPA specializing in community and social programs and a BA in social studies, Andrea is responsible for developing collaborative partnerships and building capacity for the STEMinista Project. During her time with the Michigan Science Center, she has successfully secured numerous community partnerships and connected to many women in STEM careers, thus, helping the STEMinista Project to increase its reach throughout SE Michigan.

Andrea brings with her, experience working in youth development, informal education, mental health, and school-based prevention programs. Additionally, Andrea serves as a consultant for the Michigan Community Service Commission's initiative, Mentor Michigan. Andrea has dedicated her career to serving others. In all things she seeks to educate, empower, and inspire all.

Downtown Detroit Affinity Group
Lunch meetings are on the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.  Our group focuses on highlighting businesses, companies and organizations within the Detroit city limits. All are welcome.

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Chairs

Mary Cooney marycooney@getcreativia.com

Deb Scola dscola@michiganhumane.org