In 1994, with a three-year grant from the National Science Foundation and with additional corporate and private gifts, we doubled the number of participants in the program and lengthened the duration of the camp from one to four weeks. Components for teachers and parents were added. MSSP has been influential in motivating minority students to pursue a college eductation. We have begun to see MSSP alumnae graduate from Purdue University in science, science-related, or other careers. A two-day orientation that assists minority students and their parents in the registration process for new students.
Students explore career opportunities in science and minority contributions in the field.
Math Enrichment is a component of this class to assist students in developing proficient math skills.