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HBCUs and Chemical Engineering: Analysis of Baccalaureate Programs

Authors :
Reeves, Sheena
Thompson, Audie
Source :
Chemical Engineering Education. Spr 2018 52(2):72-78.
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) provide significant STEM degrees to African Americans. Initiatives toward increasing diversity in STEM fields have been implemented by government and industry leaders. HBCUs annually award over 20% of all African American baccalaureate chemical engineering degrees. This speaks volume to the contribution HBCUs are making towards workforce diversity. This paper discusses the current statistics and impacts HBCUs have and could have in chemical engineering.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0009-2479
Volume :
52
Issue :
2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Chemical Engineering Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1174608
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Evaluative