Equity through Inclusion: Increasing the Potential for Minority Success in Majority Settings

Thursday, October 29, 2015: 10:15 AM-11:45 AM
Chesapeake 9 (Gaylord National Resort And Convention Center)
Chair:
Catalina Martinez, MSc, Regional Program Manager, NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration & Research
Presenter:
Jacqueline Bolman, PhD, Founder and President, InterTribal Student Services. I.S.S.

Description: This session will investigate challenges and barriers to success for historically underrepresented groups in STEM. Through discussions, breakout groups and other activities, participants will gain self-awareness through introspection, and will share knowledge and skills that provide the greatest potential for success in environments where certain groups remain sorely underrepresented.