AEOP collaborates with a network of organizations to bring meaningful STEM opportunities to more students. From program leadership to funding and hands-on support, each partner plays a vital role in making these experiences possible.
The Army STEM Education Consortium: Leading the Charge
A core group of organizations leads the strategy, design, and delivery of AEOP programs. Together, they shape the vision, make key decisions, and ensure high-quality experiences for students nationwide.
The Army STEM consortium is composed of the following organizations: Rochester Institute of Technology, Blake Learning Solutions, the Griffiss Institute, ICF Incorporated, the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), and Tennessee Tech University.
Meet our Consortium Leaders
Rochester Institute of Technology serves as the lead organization for the Army STEM Education Consortium (ASEC), guiding the vision, strategy, and execution of this coordinated, nationwide portfolio of STEM programs. One of the largest private universities in the U.S., RIT has been a recognized educational leader since 1829.
Building on its strengths in experiential learning, applied research, and cross-sector collaboration, RIT oversees consortium operations, fosters alignment across partners, and ensures programs are innovative, scalable, and impactful.
Blake Learning Solutions is a full-service training, communications, and technology firm specializing in large-scale workforce development and strategic outreach. With decades of experience supporting federal agencies—including the U.S. Army, Navy, Department of Homeland Security, and AEOP—BLS brings deep expertise in branding, digital platforms, and learning systems.
As the consortium's lead for strategic communications and marketing, BLS designs and implements an integrated outreach strategy and develops the Army STEM digital ecosystem.
Griffiss Institute is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization based in Rome, NY, accelerating national security innovation through its three-pillar mission of Talent, Technology, and Venture Development. Griffiss Institute helps AEOP connect with organizations through the Outreach Awards, making it easier for groups to bring AEOP STEM programs to more students—especially those from military-connected communities at regional sites nationwide.
ICF is a nationally recognized leader in data analytics, program evaluation, and evidence-based decision-making. As the consortium's lead for data management, analysis, and reporting, ICF designs and implements a comprehensive evaluation framework to measure program impact and inform strategic improvements across the portfolio.
Program Partners
AEOP programs are made possible through collaboration with a wide range of partner organizations including universities, research laboratories, non-profit organizations, and industry partners. These organizations host interns, provide research facilities, deliver program content, and support students and educators across the country.