Table 5 SEC functions directed toward broadening participation and institutional capacity in undergraduate STEM

Build partnerships and community for STEM Ed learning and research

x

x

x

x

x

x

 • Connect students to opportunities (e.g., URE’s)

x

x

x

 • Host events to increase awareness and interest

x

x

x

x

x

 • Provide authentic experiences

x

x

x

x

 • Mentor training programs for faculty engaged in URE’s

x

x

x

x

 • Diversity and inclusion training: workshops, seminars

x

x

x

 • Provide community for students

x

x

x

 • Provide a home

x

x

x

 • Coordinate

x

x

x

 • Position competitively for funding

x

x

x

 • Improving K-12 instruction

x

x

x

x

 • BI and outreach activities

x

x

x

x

 • Facilitate 2- to 4-year program transitions

x

x

x

x

 • Bridge programs

x

x

x