Mathematics
Scientific paper
Dec 2006
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=2006aas...20920102s&link_type=abstract
2007 AAS/AAPT Joint Meeting, American Astronomical Society Meeting 209, #201.02; Bulletin of the American Astronomical Society,
Mathematics
Scientific paper
After several decades of effort, the fraction of students from traditionally under-represented groups in science remains low. How can we change this? We describe a novel idea to target students who have completed baccalaurate degrees in mathematics and science from liberal arts, HBCs, and HLCs for a research year at a science center (e.g., Spitzer Science Center, GSFC) or University. We argue that these students represent a rich and untapped pool of talented scientists who, for a variety of reasons do not choose a career in science. The aim of this program is to mentor students through a one-year research project in which they will work on cutting-edge research, enhancing their curriculum vita and building their research network. The mentors too benefit in a variety of ways (e.g., multiplexing their research efforts). We describe pilot efforts at implementing such a program and the lessons learned so far.
No associations
LandOfFree
A Novel Approach to Improving Diversity in Science: A Post-Baccalurate Research Year does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.
If you have personal experience with A Novel Approach to Improving Diversity in Science: A Post-Baccalurate Research Year, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and A Novel Approach to Improving Diversity in Science: A Post-Baccalurate Research Year will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-1163648