Whirlpool Corporation, a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, is proud to announce their second year of supporting the Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation (MCWT) STEM event, Girls Rock IT. During this event, local girls from grades 2-8 were able to explore the exciting worlds of coding and app development.
Elementary students learned about coding with Scratch, while middle school students had the opportunity to build their own apps using MIT App Inventor. Parents and guardians were encouraged to participate as well, attending a session on Internet Safety and Careers in Technology to better support their daughters’ interests in technology.
The Whirlpool Foundation remains committed to showcasing inspiring role models from Whirlpool Corp.’s IT department and helping young girls explore potential tech careers in Michigan. As there is a high demand for tech talent and women are still underrepresented in the field, this event is an important step towards promoting gender diversity in the tech industry.
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company dedicated to improving life at home through innovation. With an iconic brand portfolio that includes Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales in 2023. Whirlpool Corporation employs over 59,000 people across 55 manufacturing and technology research centers worldwide.
For more information about Whirlpool Corporation and their commitment to promoting STEM education for young girls, visit their website or access multimedia content on 3blmedia.com. Contact information for the company can be found on their website.