New Mexico university gets $3M federal grant to increase Hispanics in STEM programs
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Students seeking science and other similar degrees at New Mexico Highlands University will have more support toward completing their studies thanks to a nearly $3 million grant.
The university says the five-year grant from the U.S. Department of Education is designed to increase the number of Hispanic and low-income students who enter the workforce in science, technology, engineering and math — collectively known as STEM.
Those working toward careers as secondary education math teachers will also benefit.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Highlands Education Dean Lora Bailey says the top priority is to increase student transfer, retention and graduation rates. Introductory math courses will also be redesigned and a math learning lab will be created.
Bailey also has proposed developing a center where STEM students can access academic and financial help.