Genesis Gives donates $50,000 to Alabama State University Foundation for STEM education

Genesis Gives, the #corporate social responsibility initiative of #genesis Motor North America, donated $50,000 to #alabamastateuniversity Foundation to provide scholarships in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields The donation comes in celebrat ion of the first #genesis model to be assembled in the United States the Electrified GV70 which is now in production at the brand’s Montgomery, Alabama facility.

“Genesis is committed to invest ing in the next generation by increasing access to quality STEM education programs,” said #brandonramirez, director of #corporate social responsibility and external relations, #genesis Motor North America. “Through our #genesis Gives initiative, we are thrilled to continue our #partnership with #alabamastateuniversity Foundation and help create more opportunities for students to prepare for careers in STEM.”

The College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (CSTEM) at #alabamastateuniversity offers both undergraduate and graduate level degree programs in a wide variety of studies, from the biological sciences to mathematics and computer science. With a legacy rich in producing some of the country’s top scientists, technologists, and more, CSTEM boasts itself in developing critical thinking and leadership skills in its students.

"As a STEM alumnus, member of the faculty, and provost of #alabamastateuniversity, I am pleased to see the fruits of this #partnership,” said Carl Pettis, provost, #alabamastateuniversity. “Offering aid to assist students as they pursue their dreams of receiving a STEM degree is an essential investment for our collective future."