The Office of Multicultural Affairs’ Rising 360, STEP is an undergraduate science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) program that is committed to increasing success amongst STEM students. STEP supports, empowers, and enhances the skills of STEM students working towards the completion of their undergraduate degree through a cohort-based model, mentorship, holistic framework and connections with faculty and staff.

This program is open to all currently enrolled undergraduate students. Interested students may complete the required form below to sign up. Our team will be in contact after the form is completed with information regarding onboarding.

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Areas of Focus

  • Increase academic excellence and retention of undergraduates in STEM
  • Develop professional, and leadership skills amongst undergraduates in STEM
  • Broaden access and connections to STEM faculty and resources
  • Facilitate pathways to research
  • Foster a sense of belonging and community amongst undergraduates in STEM
  • Support in maintaining at least a 3.000 cumulative grade point average (GPA)

Benefits

  • Individualized support and resources through one-on-one mentorship and cohort-based learning
  • Enhanced campus connections and support systems with faculty and staff
  • Growth of academic excellence, professional development, and leadership skills
  • Increased confidence through success, mentorship, and community
  • Stronger sense of belonging in STEM
  • Broadened perspective of careers and success in STEM
  • Increased support and access to research and graduate program opportunities

STEPs to Success & Individualized Tracks

STEPs to Success are the campus-wide engagement actions required of each STEP cohort member. They are established to create a pathway toward academic success and support. 

Coupled with the one of our track options (Academic Excellence, Professional Development, and Research) students attend workshops that expands their knowledge and offer skill development in the selected area.

STEPs to Success

  • Academic Support
  • Group Study
  • Degree Pathway Advising
  • 1:1 Success Coaching

STEP Tracks

  • Academic Excellence
  • Professional Development
  • Research