2019 LSAMP SIC

The Peach State LSAMP STEM Innovators Conference will be returning 2023! Stay tuned.

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Welcome to the Peach State Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) - Kennesaw website!

 

Spring 2023 Application will close March 13th.  Request info from Dr. Griffin - mgriff40@kennesaw.edu   

LSAMP - Kennesaw Program Announcements

  • Spring 23 Opening Meeting
    • Date: February 20th, 2023 
    • Time: 3:00 - 4:00pm
    • Location: Science Bldg, Rm. 502
  • Spring 23 Informational Meeting
    • Date: February 24th, 2023
    • Time: 3:00 - 4:00pm
    • Location: Science Bldg, Rm. 214
  • Peach State LSAMP Alumni Panel
    • Date: March 20th, 2023
    • Time: 6:00-8:00pm
    • Virtual (https://zoom.us/j/95029193019?pwd=UFphdEpYM1pxT08ybi9ZcnBiLys1dz09, Passcode: 569256)

  • What are the benefits to LSAMP program participation?

    • Academic mentorship and advisement from faculty and directors
    • Tailored professional development workshops
    • Academic enrichment opportunities
    • Community outreach and engagement
    • Mentored research experiences, on and off campus
    • Conference attendance and presentations
    • Access to LSAMP post-graduate opportunities
    • Collaborations with like-minded STEM Scholars
    • Participation in VIP projects

    What are the NSF requirements for students to be designated a Scholar (stipend-eligible)?

    • Must be a full-time undergraduate student at KSU
    • Must be pursuing a BS in STEM with an interest in pursuing a graduate degree (MS, PhD, or MD/PhD) in STEM
    • Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPANSF logo
    • Must be a US citizen or permanent resident
    • Must be from the following under-represented ethnic groups: African-American, Hispanic, Pacific Islander and Native American
    • Must be active in the LSAMP progam as determined by the LSAMP directors

    Can you participate in LSAMP if you do not meet the NSF Scholar requirements?

    • YES! All STEM majors are encouraged and welcomed to be involved in LSAMP activities.

    Does LSAMP provide preparation for Pre-Med students seeking medical degrees?

    • No. Specific development and training of pre-medical students is not a directive of NSF.  The focus of LSAMP within the guidelines of NSF is to prepare successful baccalaureate graduates for entrance into Master, Doctoral or MD/PhD programs.

  • KSU-K Program Director

    Dr. Melanie Griffin, mgriff40@kennesaw.edu

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