Kenyon has been selected as one of 24 schools nationwide to participate in the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Inclusive Excellence initiative, aimed at helping colleges and universities recruit and advance students in the natural sciences. Read more about the HHMI grant.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has granted Kenyon $999,195 to study how high-impact practices for students in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) can improve student persistence and career success. Read more about the STEM grant.
A $176,000 grant from the Henry Luce Foundation of New York City will fund 22 Kenyon students, named Clare Boothe Luce Research Scholars, to pursue year-long research projects with faculty mentors. The program is intended to encourage women to enter, study, graduate and teach in the fields of science, mathematics and engineering. To be eligible, students must major in chemistry, physics or mathematics and propose a research project during the application process. Read more about the Clare Boothe Luce Scholars.