Micron STEM Education Research Initiative

The University of Idaho will dig deep and statewide to discover and address the complex reasons for why Idaho is losing its advantage in global competitiveness. At the heart of the new initiative – supported by major funding from the Micron Technology Foundation – is learning why some Idaho students may not perform well, or pursue careers, in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and developing innovative programs based upon those findings.
“We appreciate the Micron Foundation’s leadership in helping the university and Idaho address critical barriers to learning and involvement in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, which should enhance the state’s ability to help the U.S. reclaim its global competitiveness.”
University of Idaho President Duane Nellis.

With the Micron Foundation’s four-year, $1.2 million leadership gift, university researchers will reach out through the institution’s statewide presence to Idaho’s population – citizens, parents, teachers and students – and identify barriers to STEM learning. Once those complex factors are identified, the University’s research findings will be available to enable partnerships across the state to develop innovations to increase STEM performance and competitiveness.
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