HSI pilot project: empowering puerto rican stem futures: connecting students to successful careers
Ended Project Grant Awarded Last action
- Award ID
- 2345302
- Recipient
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University Of Puerto Rico At Carolina UEI TL1UNGGY39N4
- Awarding agency
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Division of Human Resource Development
National Science Foundation
- Obligated
- $199,956
Award facts
- Assistance listing
- 47.076 STEM Education (formerly Education and Human Resources)
- Completion date
- Funding agency
- National Science Foundation
- Place of performance
- 150 PR-857, Carolina, 00987, Puerto Rico
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Description
- Abstract
- With support from the improving undergraduate stem education: hispanic-serving institutions (HSI) program, this track 1 project aims to address critical challenges in stem education at the university of puerto rico in carolina (UPRCA). The general problem centers around the underrepresentation of hispanic students in stem programs across the nation, leading to lower enrollment, retention, and graduation rates. This issue is of critical importance as IT impedes the full potential of these students and fails to meet the growing demands of the stem workforce. Currently, there is a GAP in providing accessible and relevant stem education, particularly in emerging fields like artificial intelligence (AI). Existing programs lack incorporation of these technologies, making IT imperative to renew and diversify stem degrees to align with current and future job requirements. To improve enrollment, retention, and graduation rates, the project will establish partnerships with local high schools, implement dual enrollment programs, and create clear pathways for a seamless transition from high school to associate and bachelor?S degree programs. Through needs assessments, faculty training, and curriculum enhancements, we aim to integrate AI into existing programs, ensuring graduates possess cutting-edge skills. Employing a stackable program structure, students can earn certifications at various stages, enhancing their employability. Additionally, we will provide robust student services, mentoring programs, and continuing education certifications for the existing workforce. Anticipated outcomes include increased stem program enrollment, enhanced retention and graduation rates, and a skilled workforce ready for 21ST-century technologies. Aligned with the HSI program's broader impact, our project enhances undergraduate stem education, fosters partnerships, and contributes new knowledge to address stem challenges at hsis. Dissemination includes a project website, social media, newsletters, workshops, and seminars, ensuring impact across academia, industry, and society, ultimately contributing to a successful stem community. The HSI program aims to enhance undergraduate stem education and build capacity at hsis. Projects supported by the HSI program will also generate new knowledge on how to achieve these aims. This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.- subawards are not planned for this award.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
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| Amendment | $0 | |
| Original award | $199,956 |
Quick answers
Who received award 2345302?
2345302 was awarded to University Of Puerto Rico At Carolina by Division of Human Resource Development (National Science Foundation) on June 1, 2024.
How much is award 2345302 worth?
$199,956 has been obligated on 2345302.
Which agency awarded 2345302?
Division of Human Resource Development (National Science Foundation) awarded 2345302, with funding from National Science Foundation.
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