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Investment in Math Education is Needed to Fuel the STEM Workforce

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

One of the most strategic investments that can be made when it comes to having a well-prepared workforce for the economy of the future is in mathematics education. The median mid-career salary for individuals with a STEM degree is $76,000, compared to the median pay of $61,000 across all majors.

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VUU Webinar Discusses NSF Funding and STEM Research at HBCUs

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Moore III, assistant director of the NSF’s Directorate for STEM Education (EDU), explained the various efforts that NSF has taken to support STEM research in higher ed, including for HBCUs. Dr. James L.

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Pride in the Halls

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The Point Foundation was founded in 2001 and most of its early applicants were gay males whose parents refused to pay for college after they came out. The number of applicants and their diversity have increased significantly over time. He is the director of the PRISM (Power, Resistance & Identity in STEM Education) research lab.