A Best Kept Secret: STEM Research at Tribal Colleges and Universities

The video discusses the role of tribal colleges in advancing STEM education and research, supported by the National Science Foundation. It highlights the history, development, and impact of these colleges on tribal communities, emphasizing student involvement and success in research projects. The video also addresses challenges faced and achievements made in building STEM programs, aiming to improve academic and career opportunities for tribal members.

What is one of the key benefits of STEM opportunities at tribal colleges?

• Reduced faculty involvement

• Enhanced student experiences

• Increased tuition fees

• Limited research scope

What was a significant change in tribal colleges during the 1990s and early 2000s?

• Introduction of online courses

• Closure of several colleges

• Focus on arts and humanities

• Offering of STEM degrees

How do tribal colleges integrate traditional knowledge with Western science?

• By excluding Western technologies

• By combining both in research projects

• By focusing solely on Western methods

• By ignoring traditional practices

What environmental issue is being studied in the streams of the Little Rocky Mountains?

• Air pollution

• Overfishing

• Gold mine impact

• Deforestation

What is a major outcome of STEM education for students at tribal colleges?

• Focus on non-STEM fields

• Limited job opportunities

• Increased confidence and career aspirations

• Decreased interest in research