[4] Matthews joined Maryland Science Center, where she created an urban lab in schools program.

[5] After the FDA, Matthews was appointed Vice President of Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, where she directed research and education.

[13][14][12] The program has a database of local women working in STEM who act as mentors and role models to girls.

[5] She works closely with the Wayne County Community College District and University of Detroit Mercy.

[21] Matthews is also a spoken soul artist, having published and performed poetry notable for its social commentary.