This project is supporting up to seventy-five S-STEM scholars in biotechnology and bioengineering over the five-year period of funding. Student support services include tutoring, career development, and strong academic advising. The Bioengineering and Biotechnology Career (BCC) Program is preparing students by developing analytical, computational, and communication skills. The BCC Program is partnering with Brooklyn College (BC) and Stony Brook University (SBU) in creating a seamless path to a baccalaureate degree for community college students. Upon completion of an Associate's degree, students are encouraged to transfer to an appropriate baccalaureate degree program at BC or SBU. This program also plays an essential role in developing the workforce pipeline for the biotechnology industry. The participating faculty are disseminating the success of the scholarship program via an annual educational conference at KCC and by presenting project results at other educational conferences.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
0965874
Program Officer
John Krupczak
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2010-09-01
Budget End
2015-08-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2009
Total Cost
$599,935
Indirect Cost
Name
CUNY Kingsborough Community College
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
New York
State
NY
Country
United States
Zip Code
10036