Dr. Jessica Spott is the Director for the STEM Center for Outreach, Research & Education (STEM CORE).

She graduated from Texas Tech with a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies and Spanish and a master’s degree in Communication Studies. She earned her PhD in Educational Psychology, looking at female faculty mothers within STEM disciplines and how they develop their careers through personal and educational experiences. She has worked with undergraduate researchers for many years, supporting their involvement in various STEM grant programs. Jessica is passionate about encouraging women and underrepresented groups to pursue STEM fields and careers and about creating an environment on campus which is conducive to being empowered and developing success. At STEM CORE, she is deeply involved in hosting programs which introduce women and underrepresented students into STEM disciplines, specifically targeting their persistence and retention. As a person who loves to travel around the world, she has spent time cultivating knowledge for unique cultures, languages, and cuisines. She builds upon these experiences to continue to motivate her to advocate and promote equity within STEM disciplines and higher education.