Faculty Mentor/Sponsor
Eric Brewe
Document Type
Paper
Manuscript Type
perspective
Keywords
STEM, careers, minorities, poverty, social justice
Description
The system that once motivated Americans to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers now presents obstacles to racial and ethnic minorities, women, and the poor. This paper highlights both the advantages and hindrances inherent in STEM professions while advocating for improved access to these pathways.
Identifier
FIDC005785
Traversing STEM: Creating Pathways for Social Justice in the United States
The system that once motivated Americans to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers now presents obstacles to racial and ethnic minorities, women, and the poor. This paper highlights both the advantages and hindrances inherent in STEM professions while advocating for improved access to these pathways.