Tuskegee receives $2M grant for STEM project
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Tuskegee University has been awarded a $2 million grant by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (STEM) to support the university’s Investing in Brilliance (IB-STEM) project.
The grant is expected to support 23 high-performing, low-income freshman and sophomore students in Mathematics and Aerospace Engineering with annual scholarships of up to $15,000 for up to five years.
“Tuskegee was successful in securing this grant because of our demonstrated strength in mentoring, experiential learning, and creating evidence-based pathways that empower students in STEM, continuing a long legacy of producing leaders who overcome barriers.”
Dr. Channapatna Prakash, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
In addition to financial support, the students should benefit from comprehensive support, including faculty advising, tutoring, mentoring, research experiences and industry partnerships designed to strengthen both academic success and career preparation.
IB-STEM Project
The IB-STEM project is designed to increase STEM degree completion among students with financial need while contributing to the national demand for a strong STEM workforce.
The project also advances research on how the integration of financial aid with structured academic and professional development impacts student persistence in STEM.
“We are focused on all of the factors that can cause some of our most talented students to drop out. This grant will enable us to actively support Tuskegee’s commitment to increase retention.”
Dr. Chadia Aji, Professor of Mathematics and principal investigator
The NSF grant description specifically notes that it is “particularly interested in supporting the attainment of degrees in fields identified as critical to the nation.”
“Tuskegee University prepares leaders to solve the world’s most complex problems. This grant will help provide resources for students who are focused on careers in STEM and identifying solutions that will influence the nation.”
Dr. Mark A. Brown, President and CEO
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