On November 11, 2022, STEM Tank Season 2 brought together 40 students to present their research proposals addressing real-world challenges on campus and in the broader community. This season continued the program’s mission to foster problem-solving, collaboration, and research excellence among Central Piedmont students.

Students were guided throughout the season by a dedicated group of mentors who played a crucial role in helping participants shape and refine their proposals. We are grateful for the mentorship and support of: Dr Heather Song, Mr. Tony Stanford, Johnathan Jeremy, Donald Michael, Dr. Mat Miller, Justin Banana and Marcus Moore.

During the final competition, students presented their work to a panel of judges who evaluated the proposals based on impact, feasibility, and innovation. Our sincere thanks to this season’s judges: Mr. Austin Perez, Mr. Earl Alexander, and Mr. Jordan Bertke.

Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and professionalism. STEM Tank Season 2 was a resounding success, and we look forward to seeing how these students continue to grow as future leaders in STEM.

Students: Dannia Ruiz Mata, Reel Mohamed, and David Arnett

Student leader: Amy Edward

Mentor: Tony Stanford

Project: Campus Compass- a detailed navigational tool used for finding things on campus such as classrooms, vending machines, and printers 

Students: Amariah Robinson and Sierra Lawson

Student leader: Brian Peacock

Mentor: Dr. Huihong (Heather) Song

Project: Sustain Central- a way for recycling to become more accessible, efficient and effective to students and faculty/staff, all while keeping our campus clean and sustainable 

Students: Tevorn Connor, Lamareanna Jones and Rey Nganga

Student leader: Dannysha George

Mentor: Kimberly Miller

Project: The Kinetic Sidewalk- Showcased how being able to transform the sidewalks that we have here on campus into something more energy efficient using power generating sidewalks that converts kinetic energy into electricity simply by walking.