Bulletin of the American Physical Society
2017 PhysTEC Conference
Volume 62, Number 2
Friday–Saturday, February 17–18, 2017; Atlanta
Session 6A: Workshop 6A |
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Room: Hanover A |
Saturday, February 18, 2017 11:15AM - 12:30PM |
6A.00001: Building Career Preparation into the Undergraduate Experience Brad Conrad Physics programs are a critical component of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) workforce pipeline in the US. Through effective recruitment and preparation of undergraduate students, undergraduate physics programs have the potential to increase both the size and diversity of the STEM workforce. Traditionally, many departments have focused on preparing students for entry into advanced degree programs. It is also important to prepare the over 40% who will directly enter the workforce. Obstacles, for students and programs alike, could arise from limited awareness of the broad scope of career opportunities available for those equipped with a bachelor's degree in physics. For faculty mentors, it is vital to be aware of the pathways to careers outside of academia. Through support from the National Science Foundation, we attempt to understand how physics departments can most effectively prepare their students for the STEM workforce and develop valuable resources for students, faculty mentors, and department leaders. [Preview Abstract] |
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