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Apr 1, 1991
Innovative Enrichment Program for Young Scholars
Authors: Jack D. Bakos, Jr. and Diane D. HritzAuthor Affiliations
Publication: Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 117, Issue 2
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The United States is facing a shortage of engineers, and while there have been many recently developed progroams aimed at reversing this decline, more active recruitment must still be directed toward women and minorities, since it is individuals in these categories that are underrepresented in the engineering profession. Because declining enrollments produce a corresponding decline in graduates, other offices throughout the university can also be affected. One such office is the career‐services office, since it arranges interviews between potential employers and prospective engineering graduates. Representatives from engineering and career services at Youngstown State University jointly developed an innovative program to generate interest in engineering among young scholars. These scholars were brought on campus during the summer to participate in a variety of hands‐on engineering experiences, including numerous off‐campus field trips. After a successful pilot program, modifications were made the following year based on the reactions of the participants. Specific program activities and the participants' reactions are described in detail.
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Jack D. Bakos, Jr.
Prof. and Chair of Civ. Engrg., Youngstown State Univ., Youngstown, OH 44555
Diane D. Hritz
Engrg. Coordinator, Career Services Office, Youngstown State Univ., Youngstown, OH
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