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Hawthorn InvestiGirls takes homework help to the next level

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2.9.2018--Washington University in St. Louis freshman Hannah Shanes (center) works with students Amori Wilks (from left to right), Michelle Kenton, Alaidria Stokes and Ciara Holmes during an after-school program at Hawthorn Leadership School for Girls in St. Louis. Through InvestiGirls Workshops, Washington University in St. Louis students connect with Hawthorn students as they explore and develop interests outside of the classroom setting. Photo by Whitney Curtis/WUSTL Photos

Hawthorn InvestiGirls tutors go beyond homework help at Hawthorn Leadership School for Girls. Their strategy is part of the ongoing effort to bring a rigorous STEM-focused education to women of color, a population that is underrepresented in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. Read more in the Source.