Established by the National Science Foundation in 1993, the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) is a nationwide program grounded in its purpose to increase the enrollment, retention and graduation rates of underrepresented minority students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Temple University joined the Philadelphia AMP Alliance in 1994. Today LSAMP consists of nine partnership institutions in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Operating from within the College of Science and Technology’s STEM ED Network, Temple University’s Alliance for Minority Participation program (TU-AMP) is committed to providing the support that is vital to minority and underserved student populations. This program is designed to assure our student's inclusion within the educational mainstream.
Amid the current climate that has heightened the need for support of these populations, TU-AMP is able to lead and drive that discussion. This is evidenced by its continued commitment and implementation of STEM-based initiatives that support student academic development and professional growth. Student access to research, independent study and work study opportunities infuse our students imprint into Temple University’s culture and vision.
Community outreach initiatives furnish our students with opportunities for civic engagement. These activities are aimed at serving the Philadelphia community, local businesses, volunteer organizations and all levels of education within the School District of Philadelphia.
TU-AMP’s position within the LS AMP consortium of higher education institutions affirms its local and regional community reach. In line with meeting the goals of the National Science Foundation (NSF), matched funding opportunities such as Temple’s Material Science Institute (TMI) reflect the shared commitment within the consortium to move our AMP students forward.
Ultimately the goal is a shared vision to improve student retention and graduate rates. Diversification of student academic and professional development opportunities help us to achieve these goals.
Operating from within the College of Science and Technology’s STEM ED Network, Temple University’s Alliance for Minority Participation program (TU-AMP) is committed to providing the support that is vital to minority and underserved student populations. This program is designed to assure our student's inclusion within the educational mainstream.
Amid the current climate that has heightened the need for support of these populations, TU-AMP is able to lead and drive that discussion. This is evidenced by its continued commitment and implementation of STEM-based initiatives that support student academic development and professional growth. Student access to research, independent study and work study opportunities infuse our students imprint into Temple University’s culture and vision.
Community outreach initiatives furnish our students with opportunities for civic engagement. These activities are aimed at serving the Philadelphia community, local businesses, volunteer organizations and all levels of education within the School District of Philadelphia.
TU-AMP’s position within the LS AMP consortium of higher education institutions affirms its local and regional community reach. In line with meeting the goals of the National Science Foundation (NSF), matched funding opportunities such as Temple’s Material Science Institute (TMI) reflect the shared commitment within the consortium to move our AMP students forward.
Ultimately the goal is a shared vision to improve student retention and graduate rates. Diversification of student academic and professional development opportunities help us to achieve these goals.
Executive Committee Consortium Members
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Dr. Susan Jansen VarnumSenior Associate Dean for Science Education
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Dr. Kenneth RuffAssistant Professor
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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DIRECTOR UNDERGRADUATE SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAMS |
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