LSUS Receives $400,000 Grant From the National Science Foundation to Provide Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Scholarships for Students 09/13/01

Shreveport, La. – Louisiana State University in Shreveport has received a $400,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to fund a university project which will provide scholarships for LSUS students to enable them to pursue degrees in computer science, engineering, and mathematics.

The project, Broadening Access to Computer Science, Engineering and Mathematics Careers, will allow academically talented, but financially needy students to pursue degrees in these disciplines as well as increase enrollment of academically-talented, low income students including under represented groups.

The NSF grant will provide funds to provide 30 students per semester with scholarships. The NSF funding will also support programs for students including mentoring and career counseling. The scholarships will be $1,500 per semester of $3,000 per year.

The project's goal is to provide increased educational opportunities to meet the demand for computer scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and technicians. LSUS has established an excellent track record of working with industry and government in improving technology education and this grant will further enhance these efforts.

Ultimately the project will positively affect student involvement in these disciplines by increasing enrollment and retention, improving the educational opportunities available to students, improving career awareness and choices, and strengthening partnerships with business and industry.

For more information about the project and available scholarships contact Dr. Paul Sisson at 318-797-5301.