Helping Native American students earn bachelor's degrees in biomedical and behavioral sciences
Bridging Arizona Native American Students to Bachelor Degrees
This study is helping Native American students move from community colleges to four-year colleges to earn degrees in biomedical and behavioral sciences by offering support, mentorship, and hands-on experiences to boost their skills and confidence.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northern Arizona University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Flagstaff, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10907697 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to support Native American students in transferring from accredited 2-year colleges to bachelor's degree programs in biomedical and behavioral sciences. It involves a partnership between Northern Arizona University and Coconino Community College, providing resources and mentorship to facilitate this transition. The program includes academic training, professional development, and hands-on research experiences to enhance students' skills and confidence. By focusing on advising and mentorship, the initiative seeks to empower students to successfully complete their degrees.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are Native American students currently enrolled in accredited 2-year colleges who aspire to pursue bachelor's degrees.
Not a fit: Students who are not enrolled in 2-year colleges or who do not identify as Native American may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of Native American students attaining bachelor's degrees in critical fields, leading to improved career opportunities.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational initiatives have shown success in increasing degree attainment among underrepresented populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Flagstaff, United States
- Northern Arizona University — Flagstaff, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ingram, Jani Cheri — Northern Arizona University
- Study coordinator: Ingram, Jani Cheri
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.