TY - CONF
T1 - A summer enrichment program to prepare students for STEM majors in college
AU - Eskin, Susan
AU - Bachnak, Rafic
AU - Wirick, Dave
N1 - Funding Information:
This program was made possible through the generosity of ArcelorMittal, the world's leading integrated steel and mining company. The authors would like to thank all instructors and professionals who contributed to the delivery of the sessions and activities, including Dr. Justin Keller (mathematics), Dr. Peggy Ankney (physics), Mr. Thomas Kell (chemistry), Dr. Sairam Rudrabhatla (biology), Dr. Jeremey Blum (computer science), Dr. Shashi Marikunte (civil engineering), Dr. Seth Wolpert (electrical engineering), Drs. Brian Maicke and Ola Rashwan (mechanical engineering), Ms. Barbara Thompson (Office of Multicultural Recruitment and Community Affairs), Dave Wirick (Arcelor Mittal), and Dr. Deep Tewari (The Pennsylvania Veterinary Laboratory). The authors also extend their thanks to Ms. Lori Ricard and Ms. Alison Smolinski (School of Science, Engineering, and Technology), Dr. Catherine Rios (school of humanities), and Ms. Marissa Hoover (Development and Alumni Relations) for their support and invaluable contributions.
Publisher Copyright:
Copyright © 2018, American Society for Engineering Education.
PY - 2018/8/7
Y1 - 2018/8/7
N2 - The shortage of STEM graduates in the United States has been the focus of numerous recent reports. Data compiled by the American College Testing in 2008 shows that the overall four-year engineering graduation rate was 22% in public schools and 45% in private schools. While there are many causes that result in low graduation rates, it is more likely that rates could be improved if students are well-prepared for college and have clear future career goals. This paper presents the results of a new two-week summer enrichment program that focuses on improving student preparedness for college, while promoting active learning through hands-on experiences and activities. Students were introduced to various engineering disciplines through hands-on activities that included topics in chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, civil engineering, and mechanical engineering. The program also included two field trips where students toured a science laboratory and a manufacturing plant that employ scientists and engineers from different disciplines.
AB - The shortage of STEM graduates in the United States has been the focus of numerous recent reports. Data compiled by the American College Testing in 2008 shows that the overall four-year engineering graduation rate was 22% in public schools and 45% in private schools. While there are many causes that result in low graduation rates, it is more likely that rates could be improved if students are well-prepared for college and have clear future career goals. This paper presents the results of a new two-week summer enrichment program that focuses on improving student preparedness for college, while promoting active learning through hands-on experiences and activities. Students were introduced to various engineering disciplines through hands-on activities that included topics in chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, civil engineering, and mechanical engineering. The program also included two field trips where students toured a science laboratory and a manufacturing plant that employ scientists and engineers from different disciplines.
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T2 - 2018 ASEE Conference for Industry and Education Collaboration, CIEC 2018
Y2 - 7 February 2018 through 9 February 2018
ER -