Arts and Sciences Center
Believe. Disrupt. Inspire.
Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion. The potential for greatness lives within each of us.– WILMA RUDOLPH
Our Mission
Our Mission
To inspire creativity, promote participatory learning, and prepare next-generation entrepreneurs and thought leaders in the STEAM industry
Our Vision
Our Vision
We envision a community where experiential learning and personal connections are made through the arts and sciences and youth are empowered to employ sustainable pathways to self-fulfillment, autonomy, and financial security through creativity, innovation, and service.
Our Motto
Our Motto
Encouraging creativity in today's youth to supply tomorrow's innovation
The Beginning
Our Story
Behind the Scenes
Meet Our Leadership
The Arts and Sciences Center leadership team governs the organization and shapes direction through its mission, strategy, finances, processes, and resources. They come from a broad range of professional backgrounds but share a common love and dedication of educating young Black leaders and youth of other historically underrepresented communities in the STEAM industry. To learn more about ASC’s leadership, click on the images below.
Shauna R. Cooper, MPH
Founder & Executive Director
Russell O. Brown, MA, JD
Board Chair
Elizabeth M. Hawkins, MA
Board Member
Steve Jarvis, MBA
Board Member
Shastity Harley, MEd
Board Member
Leslie Badger, MA, EdS
Board Vice Chair
