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2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award Winners

Insight Into Diversity

PEER and WISE Programs Clemson University College of Engineering, Computing, and Applied Sciences The PEER and WISE programs support students academically and demonstrate best practices and high graduation rates for underrepresented populations at predominantly White institutions.

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Creating career-ready graduates

Marcia J. Ballinger, Ph.D.

LCCC’s history of serving the community stretches back to 1963 when the need was recognized for a local college to create higher education access and a bridge to gainful employment. In 2018, LCCC made history again as the first community college to deliver an applied bachelor’s degree in MEMS. Lorain County Community College.

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How to Improve College Teaching in 2023

Inside Higher Ed

A third tradition, which stressed research, scholarship, and the applied sciences, emerged in nineteenth century Germany, especially at the universities of Gottingen and Berlin. Steven Mintz is professor of history at the University of Texas at Austin. Provide more experiential learning opportunities.