Youngstown University's STEM Problem

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As time advances forward so does technology and the evolution of the human race, yet unfortunately ignorance remains rooted deeply within society. The combination of math and science should help make the world a better place, but people face the same issues socially. Technology should be used to help the elderly, young, and poor live better lives. Medical and agricultural advances are the few breakthroughs that are welcomed by all generations. Many elderly people reject technology instead of enjoying it, while many younger people obsesses over technology and act malicious, as in cases of cyber bullies. The most important role of a solution is to fix problems, not create issues. As a graduate of Youngstown University’s STEM program I will use

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