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Track 7: Technical Session 5: TechArts & Crafts: Supporting STEM Capital Development for Marginalized Students

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Shaundra Bryant Daily, Duke University; Sandra Roach, Duke University; Alia Carter, Duke University; Raeven King; Mark Nabeta

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media and at their stores. This community-rooted brand signaling STEM as cool and credible can shift mindsets. 14 Path Forward- By providing alternative pathways to engage with STEM content and see oneself as belonging in STEM, embracing role models with shared identities, and aligning with our partner to validate STEM as a viable field, we expect that participants will gain experiences that shape positive STEM identities and build STEM capital.- There is still immense work ahead. Dismantling systemic barriers requires tenacity. But equipping passionate students with experiences reflecting their brilliance and belonging drives us

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Track 2: Technical Session 5: Understanding Decision Processes Related to Pathways of Community College Engineering Students

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Rene Alberto Hernandez, Virginia Tech; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Walter C. Lee, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Amy Richardson, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Sarah Rodriguez, Virginia Tech; Bevlee A. Watford, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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reasons why students did not persist within the programas it was designed. While we focus and separate our four themes as to why our participants didnot persist, it is important to note that multiple variables were also involved and intertwined inthe decisions that each of the participants made. For many, finances and COVID-19 influencedtheir life events, some pointed to a comparable pre-transfer program was more appealing, andGPA requirements pushed decisions and actions that provided time away to reflect and make thechoice to change careers.Life EventsFor students in the program, life events took varying forms. The first was that of a globalpandemic and other health issues that took them away from school or led to them facingacademic challenges

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Track 5: Technical Session 3: Weaving Students into Engineering Versus Weeding Them Out: A Framework for Institutions

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jenna P. Carpenter, Campbell University

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/2020/nsb202015.pdf, accessedApril 20, 2021.US College Student and Faculty Diversity At the current pace of change: it will take 300 years for US college students to reflect the % of Native Americans and Blacks in the US population. It will take more than 1,000 years at the current pace to reach parity with regard to faculty diversity for all US universities. R1 institutions will never reach faculty diversity parity at current rate of change.Adedoyin, O. “Despite Renewed Commitment to Diversity, Colleges Make Little Progress, Report Says,” The Chronicle ofHigher Education, July 18, 2022. Declines in Population & College-GoingWe are in the midst of a two-decadedecline in the US birth rate, with fewer& fewer high school

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Track 3: Technical Session 5: Mycorrhiza Framework: towards an Engineering Education framework for Social and Environmental Justice

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Jorge A Cristancho, Purdue Engineering Education

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connecting with nature, staying mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially active, constantly learning and reflecting, and challenging himself to improve. He is interested in learning/teaching collectively, engineering philosophy, and social and ecological justice. His purpose is to help people freely and fully develop in a sustainable world. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Towards the Mycorrhiza Framework: An Engineering Education framework for Social and Environmental JusticeAbstractNature and people require a drastic change in how we educate engineers. Social andEnvironmental Justice should be a fundamental pillar in engineering education. Both

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Track 3: Technical Session 3: Envisioning Equitable Pathways to STEM Graduate Education: Creating a Coalition including University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Bowie State University, and University of Maryland College Park to Make It Happen

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Rosemary Parker, University of Maryland, College Park; JACQUELINE SMITH, Bowie State University; Isabel K Lloyd, Materials Science and Engineering Dept., University of Maryland, College Park, MD; Jennifer Johnson, Temple University ; Yuanwei Jin, University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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and organizations to mutually reinforce transformation toadvance science and serve society. The initiatives recognize various identities or terms like“underrepresented groups” (URG), “underrepresented minorities” (URM), or “broadeningparticipation” should include representations of race, ethnicity, gender identity and genderexpression, persons with disabilities, neurodiverse persons, and members of theLGBTQIA+ community to reflect the true richness of our society when it comes toequality, diversity and inclusion.The ETS and GRE (Graduate Record Exam) programs [4] have developed guidelines tofacilitate institutions’ holistic admissions processes. The recommended admission processincludes the following steps: setting a timeline and goals for

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Track 1: Technical Session 4: S-STEM Partnerships Supporting Low-Income Engineering Students: A Descriptive Case Study

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Walter C. Lee, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sarah Rodriguez, Virginia Tech; Saundra Johnson Austin, Virginia Tech; Joseph Ronald Sturgess, Virginia Tech; Michelle D Klopfer, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Jacob R Grohs, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Amy Richardson, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Dustin Grote, Weber State University; James Nathaniel Newcomer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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to the NSF. At this point in the process we need you to think about the steps it would take for you to form your own S-SEM project. As you think about this process, prepare to answer these following questions: 1. What strategies would you use to identify partners? 2. What goals and interest would you share with your partners? 3. What resources would you share? 4. What other information do you need? If you desire additional resources around reflecting about partnerships or with partners, please see Appendix B in this open access journal article: https://doi.org/10.1002/jee.20403Research Methods: Descriptive Case StudyA case study is a research design methodthat involves collecting data from a specificsubject.A descriptive case

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Track 2: Technical Session 7: Assessing Key STEM Identity Constructs among Hispanic Engineering Students and Professionals

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Dayna Lee Martínez, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Inc.; Kimberly D Douglas P.E., Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Inc.; Esther Gonzalez; Andrea D. Beattie, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Inc.

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% of the U.S. population, marking a substantialincrease from previous decades (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020). This demographic shift is driven byfactors such as immigration, higher birth rates among Hispanic communities, and naturalpopulation growth. The growth of the Hispanic population in the U.S. not only reflects thenation's increasing diversity but also has significant implications for various aspects of society,including education, the workforce, and political representation. As this trend continues, itunderscores the importance of addressing issues related to diversity, inclusion, and equitableaccess to opportunities to ensure that the changing demographics are accompanied by sharedprosperity and representation for all demographics of the

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Track 4: Technical Session 7: Siloed Efforts and Collaboration Among STEM Equity Initiatives: An Organizational Network Analysis

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Daniel Mackin Freeman, University of Washington; Emily Knaphus-Soran, University of Washington; Pauline Charlotte Dott, University of Washington

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environments,universities in the US have increasingly prioritized equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)initiatives, reflecting a broader societal commitment to equity and social justice [1]. Thisparadigm shift has prompted universities to engage in numerous initiatives aimed at creating amore inclusive environment for students. The benefits of EDI efforts in higher education arewell-documented, ranging from enhancing innovation to improved academic performance andretention rates among underrepresented student populations [2], [3]. As the US grapples withshifting notions of equity and justice, recent Supreme Court decisions in SFFA v. Harvard andSFFA v. UNC which have effectively eliminated affirmative action have added a significant layerof

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Track 7: Technical Session 2: Lessons Learned from Development of an Elective Undergraduate Course on DEI in STEM

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Leigh S McCue, George Mason University; Christopher Alexander Carr, George Mason University; Kevin William Kuck, George Mason University; Dhiambi Otete; Violet Veronika Reges

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showcased his skills for technical reading and writing and being able to bridge the gap between client and engineer. In his role as an Intern Engineering Inspector at CES Consulting LLC, Kevin demonstrated a strong commitment to quality assurance and control, ensuring that construction aligned with design plans and bringing errors to the attention of senior inspectors for correction. His involvement extends beyond his work and academic pursuits; His membership in the National ASME and AIAA organizations reflects his commitment to his field and his versatile interests. Additionally, he has taken on leadership responsibilities as the GMU ASME President, where he has organized informa- tional sessions and collaborated

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Track 4: Technical Session 4: The Pink Paradox: Tensions in How STEM Toys are Marketed Toward Girls

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Theresa Green, Purdue University; Artre Reginald Turner, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Ruth Wertz P.E., Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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often involves using traditional gender stereotypes inorder to capture girls’ interest. Sweet [11] found that toy marketing has fluctuated throughout the20th century in terms of using gender stereotypes to sell products to children. At certain points,stereotypes were prominently used in advertisements and marketing materials to drive sales andinfluence consumer behavior. Sweet notes that these actions "added to -- and helped toperpetuate -- evolving cultural narratives about gender" (p. 221). Feminine toys highlighteddomesticity, the adoption of nurturing qualities, and emphasis on attractiveness, while masculinetoys encouraged building, aggression, and action. Through continued play with gendered toysthat reflect societal stereotypes, girls

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Track 8: Technical Session 1: Logic Models: How this tool can help you make the case for your DEI programs

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Elizabeth Litzler, University of Washington; Erin Carll, University of Washington; Emily Knaphus-Soran, University of Washington

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. 4 What is your program trying to do? Create a Basic Logic Model Activity Book by Chris LysyUnderstanding what you are trying to do in your program is the key to your logicmodel and there are tools you can use to flesh that out. The QR code on this slidewill bring you to a logic model workbook by Chris Lysy. We think this is a helpful toolfor doing this kind of reflection and drives some of the work we’ll be doing togethertoday. This workbook recommends that, before you start developing your logicmodel, you should consider your answer to this question and think about howother partners in your work might also answer this question.Take about 30 seconds now to jot down your answer to this question.Keep the answer to that

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Track 8: Technical Session 4: Grading: The (Mis)use of Mathematics in Measuring Student Learning and its Disproportionate Impact on Equity and Inclusion

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Sharona Krinsky, California State University, Los Angeles; Robert Christopher Bosley, California State University, Los Angeles; Dina Verdin, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Eva Schiorring, STEMEVAL; Emily L. Allen, California State University, Los Angeles

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how they were graded or based on the options available in a digital gradebook. Very rarely has anyone in the workshop had a specific course about grading during a faculty training or credentialing program.6 ● Typical sequence of course activities that results in scores or grades in a gradebook, especially in higher education STEM courses.● There is extensive research demonstrating that retrieval practice, the practice of retrieving knowledge from memory, reflecting on that knowledge, and interleaving practice of that knowledge with other topics is effective at making knowledge stick. Known as “the testing effect”, research has shown that a number of successful retrievals are required to give a

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Track 1: Technical Session 2: Tailoring DEIA Programming through Current Field Analysis: Promoting Allyship in STEM of University Graduate Students

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Mia Leigh Renna, University of Maryland College Park; Emily Lawson-Bulten, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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emphasize ongoing, accountable action [58]. To be effective, allyship necessitatescontinuous self-reflection, an understanding of privilege, and active efforts to dismantleoppressive systems [58, 62-65]. Allyship has garnered increased attention in discussions oninequality and social justice [58, 64, 66]. It has evolved to include its application as a tool forpromoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in various contexts, from workplaces tohigher education institutions [52, 61, 67].In practice, allyship can help foster inclusive environments and reduce discrimination [67-68]. Itcan create a culture of respect, understanding, and belonging, especially when those in positionsof power actively support marginalized groups and advocate

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Track 8: Technical Session 3: Exploring Engineering Faculty Views on their Role in Broadening Participation in Engineering

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Gerica Brown, University of Dayton

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overview ofeach faculty participant, of which six were female and the remaining 10 were male. Engineeringfaculty participants represented each of the core engineering disciplines, with ChemicalEngineering, and Mechanical Engineering each having three faculty participants, twoparticipants representing Civil Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering, and theremaining six being from Engineering Technology and Systems related disciplines. Thisinformation coupled with the information in Table 1 demonstrates the diverse facultyperspectives reflected in this study with regards to gender, discipline, and years of teaching. Thelack of institutional diversity is identified as a limitation of this study.Table 1: Participant Information

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Track 8: Technical Session 2: Adapting the Gender Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) to Engineering: A Digital Tool to Aid Inclusive Design

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Audrey Anne Blanchet, Université de Sherbrooke; Nathalie Roy, Université de Sherbrooke

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interaction influences howwe may experience government policies and initiatives” [2]. GBA+ thus aligns with a context ofevolving social norms, the fight against inequalities, and the adoption of measures that reflect thediversity of experiences and the values of EDI. This intersectional lens acknowledges thatindividuals have different identities that influence their experiences differently [3].Intersectionality being at its core, this tool provides a broader understanding of specific needsand allows decision-makers to address them through adapted solutions.Therefore, GBA+ enables the development of more rigorous community-centred solutions toaddress EDI. Accordingly, this analytical tool can be applied in other contexts such asengineering design

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Track 7: Technical Session 1: Faculty Perceptions of Key Concepts in Degree Curriculum: Identifying the Role of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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April Townson, Rowan University; Cheryl A Bodnar, Rowan University; Kaitlin Mallouk, Rowan University; Stephanie Farrell, Rowan University; Raquel Wright-Mair, Rowan University

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of these concepts within the hierarchies of non-DEI concepts than anothercolleges. As the majority (n = 17) of maps did not feature interlinks, the percentage of DEIJconcepts per map was also included in the analysis in order to better compare the presence ofDEIJ concepts across the maps.LimitationsWhile the findings of this study, discussed below, do provide unique insights into individualfaculty members’ conceptualizations of their programs of study, there are several limitations.First, this exploratory study is limited to one institution, and does not inherently reflect the stateof DEIJ implementation in Colleges of Education or Colleges of Engineering broadly. Inaddition, the design of the study inherently led to limitations on the data

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Track 2: Technical Session 2: Disaggregating data from peer-led, small group discussion workshops for engineering and computer science undergraduates: Examining "belonging" and "mentorship" outcomes for underrepresented student populations

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Ryan Sauve, Cornell University; Celia Evans PhD, Cornell University; Lisa Schneider-Bentley, Cornell University

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equitably. However, additional emphasis andstructure to help track this practice and have facilitators reflect on potential biases toward whichstudents they perceive need more or less support may be worth exploring so that all students feelthey are receiving the attention and assistance they need.We are also interested in the workshops’ ability to help students feel more connected to thecommunity at large. Recent Cornell University survey data highlights that many populations,including Black and Hispanic students, do not feel as connected to the University communitycompared to their White and Asian counterparts [17]. In a recent student experience survey, 23%of Black respondents disagreed or strongly disagreed with the statement, “I feel like part

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Track 7: Technical Session 7: Challenges and Opportunities to Address Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the Professional Construction Industry

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Andres Nieto, Virginia Tech; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Abiola Akanmu, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Anthony Olukayode Yusuf, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Sheryl Ball, Virginia Tech; Walid Saad; Andrea Nana Ofori-Boadu, North Carolina A&T State University (CoE)

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when looking for an industry practitioner to be a lecture guest speaker,most of the time you have some experienced white male, which reflects the non-diversefield as a whole and the issue about diversity and inclusion”. Faculty instructors also agreedwith the difficulty of accessing a diverse group of practitioners which makes it moredifficult to ensure diversity when inviting them to any academic activity (e.g., capstonementorship, workshops, conference speaker, lecture guest speaker). To know how companies involve their employees in DEI, we asked practitioners ifthey knew (awareness) about DEI Statements in their company. We found that, out of the249 participants, 71% of professionals identified DEI statements in their companies, 12

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Track 1: Technical Session 9: Credit Loss for Engineering Transfer Students: Visualizations Across Students and Structures

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

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Amy Jo Richardson, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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CONCLUSIONS OR RECOMMENDATIONS EXPRESSED IN THISMATERIAL ARE THOSE OF THE AUTHOR(S) AND DO NOT NECESSARILYREFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION. NATIONAL PRIORITY INCREASE GRADUATES BROADEN PARTICIPATION President’s Council of Advisors on Underrepresented groups in engineering Science and Technology estimated that are also the fastest growing segment of the United States will need 1 million the general population, and so it is also additional STEM professionals. important that the field similarly reflect the population it serves.Among the national priorities are increasing graduates in STEM and