The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $349,602 project grant under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to Clark Atlanta University. The grant supports a research project titled "RESEARCH ON BROADENING PARTICIPATION IN STEM PROJECT: STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE PERSISTENCE IN BIOLOGY -THE HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM (HBCU-UP)". The project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of integrating scientific literacy curricula, peer mentoring, and supplemental instruction in first-year biology courses to enhance retention, graduation rates, and gatekeeper course pass rates for freshman biology majors at Clark Atlanta University. The project employs a randomized controlled trial design to rigorously assess the impact of these interventions, with data collection including surveys, academic performance metrics, and qualitative feedback. The anticipated outcomes include generating new knowledge on effective strategies to support underrepresented minority students in STEM, providing evidence-based practices for educational institutions, and informing policy recommendations to enhance STEM education equity and success. The grant period runs from Sep 1, 2024 to Aug 31, 2027.
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