This $2,998,272 National Science Foundation project grant will support the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in delivering scholarships and academic support services to strengthen retention and graduation of low-income students pursuing bachelor's degrees in biological sciences. Over the six-year grant period ending September 2030, the project will provide up to four years of scholarship funding for 15 first-year students and up to 2.5 years of support for 28 upperclassmen. In addition to direct financial assistance, the award will incorporate learning skill development and motivational activities into introductory biology courses impacting over 4,000 students. Upper-level students will gain exposure to research experiences, internships, and career opportunities through monthly professional development workshops intended to foster increased graduation rates. Evaluation of the culturally responsive program will assess the effectiveness of embedded digital learning modules and motivational writing activities in improving student motivation, performance and academic success in STEM fields. Results may guide broader adoption of scalable educational resources. This award advances the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program goals of supporting a vital STEM education enterprise and increasing the number of low-income, academically talented individuals earning STEM degrees.
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