Publications and Research
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
6-22-2025
Abstract
This paper reports on the success of an NSF S-STEM grant, which builds on two successful previous programs at “our institution”. The initiative aims to improve retention and graduation rates, increasing the participation of minority and female students in STEM fields and the NYC workforce, thereby reducing socio-economic disparities.
From Spring 2020 to Spring 2024, the project awarded an average of 40 scholarships annually to academically strong and financially disadvantaged students in various STEM programs, benefiting 93 unique students. It also enhanced early research experiences, internships, and provided robust academic advisement and mentoring. Seminars and meetings with STEM professionals expanded students' networks. Feedback highlighted the need for more research experience, programming skills, and mentorship.
Comments
Samaroo, D., & Duttagupta, U., & Kennedy, N. S., & Solis, A. D., & Acquaviva, V. (2025, June), BOARD # 363: Effective Strategies to Support Student Success in an NSF S-STEM Program Paper presented at 2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition , Montreal, Quebec, Canada . 10.18260/1-2--55734, ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025.