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LXC STEM Initiative
Our mission is to create a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally diverse space at the LXC. We aim to strengthen our Latin@/x STEM communities with the goal to close disparity gaps between STEM and minority groups.
Latinx STEM Faculty & Staff Advisory Council
The Faculty & Staff Advisory for the Latinx STEM initiative focuses on the academic progress and career pathways of 3rd and 4th year Latinx students.
Our mission is to increase academic and professional service outreach to Latinx students in STEM to establish a greater sense of belonging at CSUSM. Members of the Council include professionals representing education, equity and/or STEM mentorship.
Our Goals
- Build a stronger sense of community and support between Latin@/x students and STEM pathways
- Increase retention and graduation rates
- STEM resource education
- Personal, professional, and academic success
- Empowerment and success through a holistic approach
Latinx STEM Student Advisory Council
The purpose of the Student Advisory council is to increase academic, professional and personal peer-to-peer outreach to Latinx students in STEM to establish a greater sense of belonging within CSUSM. Our mission aims to provide equitable and sustainable systems of support that focus on Latinx student cultural empowerment and community building.
As a Student Ambassador, you will provide insight and perspective on student outreach,
peer-to-peer support, and build a sense of community for a greater sense of academic
and personal support. You will also gain access to leadership development, communication
skills, and add a competitive element to your resume.
| Event | Date/Time | Location | Description |
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Wednesday, April 26, 2023 / 4 - 5:30 PM |
Latinx Center (USU 3300)
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Hey STEM Cougars! The LXC STEM Pathways Initiative invites you to our STEM Meet and Greet. Here, you will be able to "speed-network" with industry professionals and ask any questions you want! You will also be able to learn about resources on campus available to you in a mini resource fair. Food and refreshments will be provided, Register now! |
STEM Program Announcements:
For Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior STEM majors in Biology, Chemistry, Computer
Science & Math. LSAMP Program are designed for talented and motivated students interested
in developing professional careers as research scientists. These programs provide
financial support ($300 - $11,000 per year) and specialized training for academically
qualified undergraduates committed to pursuing careers in the biomedical and behavior
sciences.
The program is funded by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIH/NIGMS).
The U-RISE Program is intended to prepare talented and motivated minority undergraduate
students majoring in the sciences to enter and succeed in doctoral studies (Ph.D.
or M.D. /Ph.D.).
Turn your dreams of getting into research a reality! Students will join a prestigious
network of professionals that spans the country and have access to a wide range of
resources and opportunities. Applications are considered on a rolling basis.
Join them for drop-in tutoring in-person and on Zoom, no appointment needed! Pop in with a quick question or come hang out with them while you study.
Online Tutoring: M-Th: 9:00am-4:00pm, Friday: 9:00-3:00pm.
In-Person Tutoring: M/W: 9:00am-3:00pm, Friday: 9:00am-2:00pm.
The SVFSIP is mobilizing a new generation of tobacco control researchers and advocates to enact change in their communities.
Students will spend one year working with a research mentor on an individual prevention or treatment research project, including work with a community-based tobacco control specialist on a local advocacy project for a year. Scholars will receive structured education through a research class and weekly seminars and workshops on tobacco control topics and professional development, and receive academic advising, networking, and career guidance.