The Citadel recently announced that is invested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics education. Along with its new STEM Center of Excellence, the service academy will also provide up to $600,000 in scholarships to underprivileged students interested in these technical fields.
Working with the National Science Foundation, the college reported that its grant efforts will be directed toward furthering education for minorities, women and students coming from poor backgrounds. Students who qualify for the grants will be directed to the Citdel's new civil engineering initiative, where they can learn valuable skills to prepare themselves for STEM careers.
The scholarship money may be used in a variety of ways, though much of the funding will be allocated toward technical training initiatives for the incoming grant students. Citadel professors seeking to enhance these students' educational experiences may also deploy technology in the classroom, such as an e-reader, a STEM computer program or a
DLP projector.
The focal point of the grant program will be its new STEM learning program, which school officials claimed will serve as a vital resource for grant recipients.
"The Citadel is very excited to have its STEM Center of Excellence receive this important grant to provide direct assistance to the many talented students in need of assistance to pursue their dream for a higher education," said Lt. Gen. John Rosa.
