Task Force Recommendations Outline Changes Needed to Increase African American Physics and Astronomy Students
Sunday, January 5, 2020 - 18:50
in Psychology & Sociology
Due to long-term and systemic issues leading to the consistent exclusion of African Americans in physics and astronomy, a task force is recommending sweeping changes and calling for awareness into the number and experiences of African American students studying the fields. "The Time Is Now: Systemic Changes to Increase African Americans with Bachelor's Degrees in Physics and Astronomy" discusses the factors responsible for the success or failure of African American students in physics and astronomy.