We are eligible for the Northrop Grumman Matching Gift fund for STEM education
At Major Virtual Innovations (MVI), we are committed to empowering children in underserved communities to elevate their economic trajectory by sparking a passion for STEM fields. Our approach integrates education with the cutting-edge realms of virtual reality, cybersecurity, gaming, and sports, making STEM both accessible and exciting. MVI's vision is to ensure equitable access and diversity within STEM, with the goal of expanding the technical talent pipeline across the United States. We recognize that STEM is often perceived as daunting and exclusive, which is why our mission is to break down these barriers. Through our camps and programs, offered during out-of-school sessions, we expose children to the thrilling possibilities within STEM, broadening their horizons and inspiring a sense of boundless potential.
We believe in creating an equitable playing field where every child has the opportunity to explore STEM, gain exposure to its vast opportunities, and ultimately achieve a better quality of life.
A VIRTUAL WORLD OF FUN, TECHNOLOGY, AND EDUCATION
Our Vision
To intentionally address equitable access and diversity in STEM. Ultimately increasing the technical pipeline of STEM in the United States.
Our Goal
Our goal is to provide access and exposure to STEM for the broader segments of the community, and making it fun for kinds along the way.
Our Mission
Major Virtual Innovations is committed to enabling children in underserved communities to enhance their economic trajectory by fostering interest and participation in STEM.
We achieve this by aligning education with the dynamic worlds of STEM, virtual reality, cyber, gaming and sports.
MVI's Leadership
Dr. A’Shawn L. Mitchell is an engineer and advent believer in the advancement of education and technology. Dr. Mitchell was born and raised in the poverty-stricken South Bronx of New York City. Dr. Mitchell was determined to further her education in a field that she could make a difference and her economic trajectory would be changed forever. She chose Electrical Engineering for her Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree.
To become more well-rounded Dr. Mitchell decided to pursue her Doctorate in Business Administration. Her research shows that attracting more students to STEM is critical for improving the technical defeat posture of the United States’. She strongly believes that education is the answer to end poverty. The more kids exposed to engineering the more opportunity for poverty to come to an end. Her motto is when you educate one you change the economic trajectory of generations!