Student Success with the Society of STEM Scholars
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Student Success with the
Society of STEM Scholars Tara Eisenhauer Ebersole, Professor Biology and STEM LiaisonLaura LeMire, Associate Professor Engineering and Engineering Coordinator
The Community College of Baltimore County
Presentation OverviewCCBC at a glanceBackground on our STEM initiativeRationale and explanation of Society of
STEM ScholarsObjectivesOrganizational framework - student
profileOutcomes - 2010/11 activity reportFeedback and assessment -
testimonials
CCBC at a Glance Multi-campus suburban in
Central Maryland Enrolls approximately 74,000
students each year: over 30,00 credit students and over 40,000 non-credit students
Represents 2/3 of all county residents attending an undergraduate institution
Offers more than 50 different associate degrees and more than 100 certificate programs
Enrolls a student population that closely mirrors Baltimore County’s rich diversity
CCBC’s Definition of STEMSTEM Education is defined inclusively as STEM disciplines and those that speak to the applied and innovative learning that results from a holistic and integrated connection between each of those STEM disciplines. CCBC also encourages the interaction between STEM disciplines and many areas that are not traditionally part of STEM. Below are the classifications for programs as they relate to STEM at CCBC:STEM Programs or Course Series STEM Related Programs or Course Series STEM Outcomes in a Program or Course SeriesSTEM Activities and Support Initiatives
CCBC’s STEM InitiativeVISION:
◦ The Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) has a holistic approach, with metrics, for the CCBC STEM initiative to include job preparedness and career services strategies in STEM business sectors, or transition to a transfer academic program.
GOALS: ◦ Respond to workforce needs in the STEM area◦ Ensure a challenging multidisciplinary STEM curriculum for
CCBC’s students and support STEM literacy◦ Expand, enhance and communicate on specific initiatives
for students with aptitude and interest in the STEM fields◦ Increase the engagement of minorities and females in the
STEM areas◦ Continue to be a prominent force in the community with
regards to STEM related activities and initiatives
How Do We Achieve This?We develop a
comprehensive initiative that focuses on:
Professional development
Interdisciplinary faculty teams
Data CollectionCollaborative AllianceInternal and external
communicationStudent Support
What are you doing for your STEM students? Program attending science festivals across country –
Mind trekers Internships at university labs STEM ambassadors with K-12 Joint grant between 2 yr and 4 yr institutions STEM center – provides support for minorities and
women; workshops etc. Best Robotics STEM Seminar Teaching assistantships at high schools Energy club – windmill Early college STEM high school Coordinating different departments, green club,
building meaningful academies with high schools
Pre Society of STEM Scholars
Math Club
Society of Engineers
Math Competitio
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Programming Team
Bio-Premed Club
Organizational frameworkConstitutionMulti-campus structureOfficers Division of laborFaculty involvement
◦Cross disciplinary◦Mentoring◦Advisors to committee
chairs
Goals1. Promote fellowship among students
in STEM fields2. Encourage cross disciplinary thinking
and discussions 3. Recruit and retain students into
STEM 4. Generate interest in STEM via
discussions, lectures and field trips5. Raise awareness of career paths and
educational opportunities
Goals6. Form study groups and encourage
“self” tutoring 7. Compete in STEM competitions8. Raise awareness of CCBC’s STEM
initiatives within the school and community
9. Develop leadership, planning and organizational skills
10. Encourage members to attain high levels of education and professional achievement, and become leaders in their fields
Indirect objectivesFormation of community Development of ties to CCBC
◦Return as guest speakers◦Alumni giving
Enhancing reputation of CCBC as a STEM school
Connection to four-year institutions
Committees Field tripsStudy groupsGuest speakersCompetitionsOutreachProfessional developmentSocial events
Activities and EventsRegular meetings for members and officersAttendance at Math Seminar SeriesPartiesField Trips
◦ NIH Vaccine Production Facility◦ Tour of Direct Dimensions, Inc. ◦ NCIS in DC ◦ Capitol College Cyber Battle Lab
Guest Speakers◦ Genetics Update Conference◦ Mechanical Engineer and CCBC Alumni◦ Computer Software Engineer ◦ Career Panel Night
Outreach◦ Stream Waders Training with DNR◦ Students present to local high schools
Other OutcomesDeveloped website:http://www.ccbcmd.edu/stem/Society_of_STEM_Scholars.html
Data Collection and student profile
Characteristics of STEM students
Characteristics of STEM students
Feedback and AssessmentParticipation and success in
competitions◦increase in participation◦Improved success
Tracking students after CCBCGraduation survey
What do the students say……?http://vstream.ccbcmd.edu/video/demos/studentscholar.wmv
Forming a STEM ClubEmail all STEM faculty Develop goals and objectivesAcquire constitution from an
existing STEM club (we will be happy to share!)
Establish organization structureEstablish a meeting locationPlan an exciting first field trip as
the hookDecide membership criteria &
advertiseElect officers and you’re on your
way!
Questions and Answers
Contact informationTara Eisenhauer Ebersole
443.840.5948 [email protected]
Laura LeMire 443. 840.5904 [email protected]