July 15, 2004

Calhoun Receives $400,000
National Science Foundation Grant

Calhoun Community College recently received notification from the National Science Foundation that they have been awarded a grant for their proposed "Computer Science, Mathematics, and Technology (CMT) Academic Rewards Program." The program is designed to increase the number of well-prepared graduates in technology, computer specialties, and mathematics by offering forty (40) annual scholarships and a variety of support activities to targeted students. The College will receive $400,000 over the next four years to support the program.

The CMT Academic Rewards Program will be directed at capable, but financially disadvantaged, students with special emphasis recruiting students from among under-represented groups such as female, minorities, or persons with disabilities. The program will "reward" CMT students who do well academically through financial awards and participation in enhanced, discipline-specific, support services. Scholarships will be awarded to full-time students declaring a major in Mathematics/Pre-Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or an Advanced Technology program. The scholars must meet NSF eligibility requirements, have and maintain a grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, and participate in program specific activities.

A CMT Project Advisory Team, comprised of faculty, staff, and industry representatives, will be responsible for recruiting eligible applicants, selecting the scholars, ensuring their success through mentoring and support services, and providing guidance on maintaining and enhancing program activities. For more information about the new program, contact Dr. Lynn Hogan at 256-306-2672.

For additional information about grants, visit the Grants Administration webpage.

Coverage of this release:

• Calhoun Community College awarded $400,000 grant from the National Science Foundation, Black Issues in Higher Education, August 26, 2004 issue, p. 45
• Calhoun receives $400,000 National Science Foundation Grant, Speakin' Out News, Wednesday, July 21, 2004 issue, p. A2
• Calhoun gets $400K science foundatin grant, The Athens News-Courier, Sunday, July 18, 2004 issue, p. 6A
• Calhoun receives $400,000 grant, The Decatur Daily, Friday, July 16, 2004 issue, p. A10

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Janet Kincherlow-Martin
Director of Public Relations
(256) 306-2561

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