The Meyerhoff Program enhances the success of talented African American science and engineering by focusing on knowledge and skills, motivation and support, monitoring and advising, and academic and social integration. Outcome data show that Meyerhoff students (n=69) achieved GPAs significantly higher than a comparison sample. (Author/SYB)

This article describes the organization, implementation, and evaluation of a summer reading/study skills program for black and minority students entering three separate health profession schools. The eight-week program was designed to diagnose and correct student academic deficiencies and to introduce students to the rigorous pace and learning…

A summer/Saturday science program was designed to assist minority students with achievement in advanced mathematics and science courses at the high school level, and to encourage these students to pursue science and engineering degrees in college. The program involves field experiences and individual research projects. Students can earn advanced…