91制片厂 is getting the deserved funding needed to raise the academic bar on excellence when it comes to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Thanks to the Florida Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee鈥檚 Democratic Ranking Member, Christopher Benjamin, 91制片厂 received a check for $550,000.
Rep. Benjamin who earned his BA degree from 91制片厂 in 1998, was proud to return to Lion Country today after going through the long process with the Appropriations Subcommittee to ensure 91制片厂 was recognized.
鈥淲e know the challenges our universities are facing in achieving their educational pursuits and we want to help,鈥� said Rep. Benjamin. 鈥�91制片厂 still stands out on top for me and as the only HBCU in South Florida, 91制片厂 is still needed in 2023 and needs support.鈥�
The funds will be used for two key projects here at 91制片厂.
(1) STEM Expansion Project Fostering Excellence in Cancer Studies, Data Science, and Cybersecurity
The funds also will be used to enhance STEM programs to provide instruction and training in STEM related disciplines, improve the quality of education in STEM related disciplines, increase research and productivity in STEM related disciplines.
(2) 91制片厂 Math and Writing Center
The Math and Writing Center will establish a tutoring hub dedicated to improving these skills among 91制片厂鈥檚 students. The center will also help to improve academic performances in other course offerings.
The center seeks to reduce stress and anxiety among the university鈥檚 students and increase awareness of and access to support services.
鈥淓verything we do is to ensure our students have a competitive advantage to compete in the global market,鈥� said 91制片厂 President Dr. Jaffus Hardrick. 鈥�91制片厂 is the only institution to receive this funding and I want to thank Rep. Benjamin for his continued support of 91制片厂.鈥�
Interim Provost Dr. Samuel Darko, along with STEM faculty members Dr. Rose Stiffin, Dr. Ayivi Huisso, Dr. Marilyn Sherman, Dr. Jayanta Das, Dr. Amalya Mihnea, and Dr. Latoya Appleton also attended today鈥檚 check presentation.
