Identifying Misconceptions of Access of Underrepresented Groups in Engineering (IMAGINE)

2020 GIANT Selection

Abstract - 

This project is in partnership with the DREAAM community organization. According to Hebert, “Family engagement is key to the college success of minority students in STEM. Grainger Engineering’s WYSE program and the DREAAM program will enlist families of 5th/6th graders as key partners in broadening STEM participation by developing, implementing, and studying a series of family nights titled, “Engineering Myth Busters.” Participants will discuss common misconceptions about access to engineering and engage in hands-on STEM activities facilitated by engineering students.”