Dr. Felix will serve on a panel during this event on September 15th.

About this event

Major objectives of the workshop include:

1) Identify psychological barriers that contribute to decreased representation of Black students in SEM, including: the adultification of Black youth and its negative effects; the chronic environmental stressors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and substance use and abuse; the dehumanizing educational barriers that Black youth face; and racialized micro-aggressions, sexism, and discrimination that weaken their academic self-concept.

2) Explore negative stereotypes and systemic racism and biases that prevent Black students from pursuing careers in SEM and the tension between the risk of experiencing racial trauma and the possibility of increasing personal resilience for Black people in SEM programs and careers;

3) Assist stakeholders in improving interventions and supports for Black students, scientists, engineers, and physicians that strengthen their academic and racial identity and enhance mental health.

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