Repeated calls to diversify the STEM population have noted the potential role of community college students to positively affect the racial/ethnic composition of four-year degree earners. The barriers and supports to Black women’s success in STEM were investigated using longitudinal interview data with seven Black women who were enrolled at community colleges and stated an interest in majoring in STEM at four-year institutions. The findings highlight a contrast between community colleges and universities. That contrast will be illustrated along with recommendations for change that will result in less alienating experiences for Black women, among other minoritized students.

Racism, sexism and disconnection: Contrasting experiences of Black women in STEM before and after transfer from community college

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