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A summer academic research experience for disadvantaged youth
Cathryn Kabacoff1, Vasudha Srivastava, Douglas N Robinson
1Department of Cell Biology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, USA.
CBE Life Sciences Education
|September 6, 2013
Summary
The Summer Academic Research Experience (SARE) program successfully supports disadvantaged youth in science internships by addressing academic and professional skills alongside scientific mentoring, increasing future participation in STEM.
Area of Science:
- STEM Education
- Science Outreach
- Underrepresented Minorities in STEM
Background:
- Internships effectively connect high school students to science.
- Disadvantaged minority students have limited internship opportunities and are underrepresented in STEM.
- This underrepresentation necessitates targeted programs to foster participation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the Summer Academic Research Experience (SARE) program.
- To detail key components for successful science internships for underrepresented youth.
- To enhance academic and professional development for future STEM engagement.
Main Methods:
- Developed the SARE program offering enriching academic internships.
- Integrated scientific mentoring with academic skill remediation and professional coaching.
- Focused on holistic development beyond traditional scientific training.
Main Results:
- The SARE program addresses critical needs beyond scientific mentoring.
- Remediation of basic academic skills is crucial for student success.
- Coaching in professional skills, habits, and attitudes is essential for workplace readiness.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive support, including academic and professional development, is vital for disadvantaged youth in science internships.
- The SARE program model can improve students' academic performance and workplace competitiveness.
- Such programs increase the likelihood of sustained participation in STEM fields.
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