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Doerschuk, Peggy; Bahrim, Cristian; Daniel, Jennifer; Kruger, Joseph; Mann, Judith; Martin, Cristopher – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2016
There is a growing demand for degreed science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) professionals, but the production of degreed STEM students is not keeping pace. Problems exist at every juncture along the pipeline. Too few students choose to major in STEM disciplines. Many of those who do major in STEM drop out or change majors.…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Undergraduate Students, Interdisciplinary Approach, Student Recruitment
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Martinez, Edward; Lindline, Jennifer; Petronis, Michael S.; Pilotti, Maura – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2012
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an increase in Natural Resource Management (NRM) jobs within the next 10 years due to baby-boomer retirements and a 12% increase in demand for these occupations. Despite this trend, college enrollment in NRM disciplines has declined. Even more critical is the fact that the soon-to-be-majority Hispanic…
Descriptors: Summer Science Programs, Agricultural Education, Program Effectiveness, Student Recruitment