The goal of the McNair Program is to increase the attainment of doctoral and other terminal degrees by participants who are either first-generation college students with financial need or members of a group traditionally underrepresented in graduate education that demonstrate strong academic potential. Institutions work closely with participants through their undergraduate requirements, encourage their entrance into graduate programs, and track their progress to the successful completion of advanced degrees.
McNair Scholars are currently completing graduate degrees at over institutions across the United States and Puerto Rico. Ronald E.
McNair who was born Oct. He earned his Ph. In , the U. Congress provided funding for the Ronald E. The program is funded through the U. He was killed instantly when the Challenger exploded one minute, thirteen seconds after it was launched. Their goal was to encourage low-income and first-generation college students, and students from historically underrepresented ethnic groups to expand their educational opportunities by enrolling in a Ph.
This program is dedicated to the high standards of achievement inspired by Dr. Council for Opportunity in Education: The Council for Opportunity in Education COE is a nonprofit organization, established in , dedicated to furthering the expansion of educational opportunities throughout the United States. Through its numerous membership services, the Council works in conjunction with colleges, universities, and agencies that host TRIO Programs to specifically help low-income students enter college and graduate.
TRIO includes six outreach and support programs targeted to serve and assist low-income, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs.
Subscribe to Posts Wednesday, January 12, About This website is designed to provide the McNair community with a venue to share stories about program and scholar success. Search for:. Events for Scholars. Nazia Fyazi Program Assistant Room 9. Erica Klafehn, B. Graduate Program Assistant Room 9. Skip to main content. The Ronald E. Special Aspects of the Program. Our Scholars. Our Mentors.
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