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Latinas/Os In Science And Engineering: Trends In Doctorates, Refugio I. Rochin Oct 2007

Latinas/Os In Science And Engineering: Trends In Doctorates, Refugio I. Rochin

Refugio I. Rochin

Abstract for Rochin & Mello (2007)

Latinas/os in Science & Engineering is a study of the patterns and trends of Latina/o doctorates in U.S. fields of STEM – Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics. The study uses data from NSF and the US Department of Education to address these questions: What is the trend in doctoral degree completion in fields of STEM? What fields are pursued? What is the citizenship status of Latina/o doctorates? What are the baccalaureate origins of Latina/o doctorates? What roles do community colleges and Hispanic Serving Institutions play in serving Latinas/os?

A review of the literature is …