Dr. Rudolf Henning is a professor of electrical engineering who has developed the "YES-We Care" program to interest, influence, and prepare minority pre-college students for success as engineering students. The program promotes innovative education and mentoring concepts and philosophy at the pre-college level (middle and high school). The 25-week long program includes Saturday morning enrichment sessions, academic reinforcement (engineering, mathematics, science, computers, and technology), and small group instruction and mentoring, all in a friendly, club-like atmosphere.

Henning's activities 'expanding the pool' of diversity began more than 20 years ago. His program includes a reward based system, and supports family participation (parents) in addition to students.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
0328625
Program Officer
David L. Temple Jr.
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2004-06-15
Budget End
2008-05-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2003
Total Cost
$10,000
Indirect Cost
Name
University of South Florida
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Tampa
State
FL
Country
United States
Zip Code
33612