Summer Science Academy in Chemistry as a Gateway to STEM for Matriculating First-Generation and Other Underrepresented Students
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION（2022）
Abstract
We report a program for a summer science academy in chemistry, a section of the Chicago Academic Achievement Program (CARP) at the University of Chicago, as a gateway to STEM for incoming first-generation students and other underrepresented student groups. Our program emphasized diversity in classrooms, students' psychological safety and a sense of belonging to STEM, increased knowledge base, and overall college readiness. On the basis of feedback from participating students, the reported summer science academy in chemistry successfully prepared and motivated the CAAP scholars toward a STEM career direction.
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Key words
First-Generation College Students, First-Year College Students, Underrepresented Student Groups, Minorities in Chemistry, Incoming College Students, Classroom Competition, Imposter Feelings, Diversity, Community Building, Collaborative Learning, Student-Centered Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning
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