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NASA Offers Educational Program for Community College Students

For science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) community college students, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) offers the chance to see and experience those careers first-hand.

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Small Institutions Lead the Way in STEM Degree Attainment for Underrepresented Students

Small and mid-sized institutions play a significant role in strengthening the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) pipeline among underrepresented students, according to a new report by the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC).

Graduate School Enrollment on the Rise

Graduate school applications and first-time enrollment are on the rise with the largest increases in mathematics and computer sciences.

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Scholars Examine Segregation of Latino K-12 Students

As Latino children entered elementary schools this fall, they were likely to encounter fewer White students than they would have a generation ago, based on a recently published academic study. However, the same research found that low-income students of all racial groups were more likely to share classrooms with middle-class pupils than in previous decades.

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University of the District of Columbia Partners with Pennsylvania State Research Lab

The University of the District of Columbia, a historically Black university, is partnering with the Applied Research Laboratory at Pennsylvania State University to encourage research collaboration between the two schools. The Applied Research Laboratory at Pennsylvania State University works on developing technology for the U.S. Navy through its University Affiliated Research Center. In a Memorandum […]

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Donation to Help Spelman Further Grow STEM Education

With the Department of Defense’s $2 million donation, Spelman College will continue to grow and diversify science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. The gift will fund the establishment of the Center of Excellence for Minority Women in STEM, to allow for research, professional development opportunities and training modules. Spelman will also launch an annual […]

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UDC Recieves Two Grants to Create Scientific Research Centers

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) was recently awarded two grants to go towards developing multiple research centers focused on nanotechnology and advanced manufacturing. Both centers aim to increase diversity within the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) field. Under the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) $4.8 million donation, a Center for Nanotechnology Research […]

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Higher Ed Groups Make Urgent Call for Greater Use of Data Analytics

Representatives of three higher education associations, after gathering early this year to discuss ways to promote the use of data analytics at the nation’s colleges and universities, have issued a multi-point “collective call-to-action” that urges institutions to quickly increase use of the strategic asset.

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NSF Awards Morgan State $1.25M STEM Grant

The National Science Foundation has awarded Morgan State University a $1,248,895 grant for its School of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences (SCMNS). The funds will go toward the school’s PERSIST Program, or “Pathways to Enhance Retention of Students in Science to Transition.” PERSIST aims to inspire first-year students to pursue STEM majors at Morgan State […]

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Saint Peter’s Partners with Medical School to Increase Diversity

Saint Peter’s University, a Hispanic-serving Jesuit institution, has signed an agreement with Barbados-based Ross University School of Medicine with the goal of increasing diversity in the U.S. physician workforce.

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TSU is First HBCU to Open Student-Run Physical, Occupational Therapy Clinic

This week marks a historic first for Tennessee State University as it becomes the first historically Black college or university to open a student-run physical and occupational therapy clinic. The clinic, part of the College of Health Sciences, opens Aug. 30 in the basement of Clement Hall on the main campus.

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OSU Graduate School Dean Discusses ‘Great Strides’ in Diversity

A host of programs and initiatives at the Ohio State University Graduate School are contributing not only to higher numbers for African-Americans, but to increases among Hispanics and other underrepresented groups, as well.

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