Women of Color in STEM and Black Engineer
of the Year lauded in special ceremony

Corning's technology community recognized the 2022 Women of Color in STEM and Black Engineer of the Year award winners during a recognition event at the company's Sullivan Park Research Center. In their tenure with Corning, each winner has made a significant impact in the company's innovation programs and technical processes.​​ 

Corning has participated in the Women of Color in STEM awards for 20 years. Since then, nearly 90 Corning employees have garnered this distinction. Winners in both award categories have had the opportunity to attend an awards ceremony and conference for professional development, networking, and recruiting. 

The annual Women of Color ceremony took place in Detroit, Michigan and is sponsored by the Career Communications Group, Inc. More than 1,000 Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) advocates participate in this annual event and conference. The ultimate objective of the event is to promote women in STEM who have made significant technical contributions while often overcoming obstacles.

Dr. Mark Vaughn, manager for technical talent pipelining and lead for Corning's Office of STEM, described the Corning women who received the 2022 Women of color honors as, "inspirational."

Kristin was recognized as a Technology Rising Star for her work in helping to shape technology for the future. Kristin combines her manufacturing expertise with her passion for teamwork and collaboration to support Corning’s manufacturing facilities. She cares deeply for her team and prioritizes their growth and development.

Venus was also recognized as a Technology Rising Star for her work in helping to shape technology for the future. She has dedicated much of her time to mentoring and inspiring young women, especially women of color, to enter STEM related fields. 

Lingyan was recognized as a Technology All Star for her demonstrated excellence in the workplace and community. Lingyan is an advocate for women’s STEM initiatives in the local community and plays an active role in Corning’s technology community. 

Felicia was recognized as a superstar in the financial sector for her leadership promotion of diversity in their field and for serving as a role model. Felicia is an avid champion for DE&I and plays an active role in Corning’s various diversity councils and employee resource groups.

Following the Women of Color recognition, the event shifted to recognize A. Boh Ruffin who received the Black Engineer of the Year (BEYA) award in 2022. 

Mark Vaughn said that "the core mission of BEYA is to recognize the impact that the African American and minority communities have had and are having on STEM fields and to continue to help build the pipeline of talent to foster progress for years to come."

Boh was recognized as a Science Spectrum Trailblazer for his work in actively creating new paths for others in science, research, technology, and development.