The Center for Mathematics and Science Education has been a host site for the North Mississippi VISTA Project since 2012. VISTA members serving at the Center for Mathematics and Science Education dedicate one or more years of service to build the capacity of the CMSE through academic outreach, communications, collaborations, and other various methods to increase exposure to the STEM fields and improve STEM education for students as well as professional learning opportunities for teachers.
The following AmeriCorps VISTAs have served at the CMSE:
- Thomas Moncrief (2012-2013)
- Amanda “Max” Pham (2016-2017)
- Iesha Richardson (2017-2018)
- Melea Long (2018-2019)
- Briahna Dickerson (2020-2021)
- Noele Thornton (2020-2022)
Words from previous CMSE VISTAs:
“Programs like the CMSE and NMVP make a huge difference in the lives of so many, and I am honored to have gotten to be a part of that.” – Noele Thornton
“The CMSE is full of some of the most motivated, passionate, and sincere people that you’ll ever meet. I served a one year term as the site’s first full time VISTA member and I enjoyed everyday of the experience.” – Amanda “Max” Pham
“Don’t hesitate to jump in with both feet. If you stumble, there will always be someone to help you get back on your feet if you ask!” – Melea Long