Information Technology Experiences Using Simulated Tele-Science Exploration of Mars (ITESTEM)
Nader Vadiee · 2021
To promote the advancement of Native American and Hispanic students in Information Technology (IT) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI) proposes to develop a year-round robotics centered IT immersion program that will provide students a stimulating learning environment to explore their curiosity and creativity in IT and stem fields. To expand the impact of the program, and the number of students reached, SIPI will partner with three regional high schools with predominantly Native American student population. Utilizing SIPI's experience in program development these Tribal Colleges (TCU's) will develop and implement similar programs from their campus to reach out to underrepresented students in their local communities.