News – Sheridan Media
Executive director of Phorge Makerspace, Penny Siettmann made an appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse to inform and inspire girls in the Sheridan community to join Girls Who Code.
Phorge Makerspace, located at 1205 Broadway St. in Sheridan offers equipment and training for 3D printing and design which is computer-aided design and manufacturing, known as CAD/CAM. Phorge Makerspace offers software coding, laser and vinyl cutting, electronics and more.
P. Siettmann
The 501(c)3 is working to join the nation-wide club, Girls Who Code. Siettmann said this new addition to the Phorge Makerspace programs is an exciting addition for the young women in the Sheridan community to learn a skill that could change lives.
P. Siettmann
According to Girls Who Code, in 1995, 37% of computer scientists were women. Today, that number is only 24%. The computer industry is projected to grow by over 22% within the next decade. The biggest drop off of girls in computer science is between the ages of 13 and 17. Girls Who Code and Phorge Makerspace are looking to change those numbers by sparking interest and giving the training and resources to young women in the Sheridan community through this club.
Follow Phorge Makerspace on Facebook to keep up on the dates and times this new club will be taking place, by click here.
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Last modified: May 21, 2025