Jacqueline Means is a proud Afro-Boricua trailblazer and a double major in Management Information Systems and Marketing with a minor in Neuroscience at the University of Delaware. As the founder of the Girls Empowerment STEM Initiative, Jacqueline is on a mission to inspire and educate underprivileged inner-city girls about the possibilities within science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Through her organization, Jacqueline conducts Girls Empowerment STEM Demonstrations, bringing hands-on STEM workshops directly to schools and community centers. Her efforts have sparked excitement and ambition in countless young girls, showing them that their potential is limitless.

Jacqueline’s dedication to empowering youth and promoting STEM education has earned her numerous awards and national recognition. She has been featured on The Steve Harvey Show, The Today Show, The View, The Kelly Clarkson Show, CBS’s Mission Unstoppable (where she is a series regular), and many other platforms.

To learn more about her incredible work, visit www.STEM-Queen.com or follow her journey on social media @STEMQueenDE!

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Here are some fascinating facts about Puerto Rico:

1. A U.S. Commonwealth: Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States but retains a unique cultural identity, blending Spanish, African, and Taino influences.

2. "Isla del Encanto": Known as "The Island of Enchantment," Puerto Rico is famous for its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant music and dance traditions.

3. El Yunque National Forest: Home to the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System, it features unique wildlife, waterfalls, and hiking trails.

4. Rich History: San Juan, Puerto Rico's capital, is one of the oldest European-established cities in the Americas, with iconic landmarks like Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Castillo San Cristóbal.

5. Biodiverse Waters: Puerto Rico has three of the world's five bioluminescent bays, where the water glows at night due to microorganisms called dinoflagellates.

6. Cultural Contributions: Puerto Rico is the birthplace of reggaeton, a music genre that blends Latin rhythms, hip-hop, and dancehall, which has taken the world by storm. The island has produced internationally acclaimed artists such as Ricky Martin, known for "Livin' la Vida Loca"; Bad Bunny, a global reggaeton and Latin trap superstar; and Jennifer Lopez, who proudly represents her Puerto Rican heritage through her music, acting, and philanthropy.