UMass Boston PATHS

Breakthrough: Advancing STEM with your Story
2023-03-21 13:00 - 14:15 (America/New_York)

Blue Economy Science Cafe
2023-11-14 18:30 - 20:00
We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Science Cafe event with the theme of “Blue Economy.” Join us for an engaging evening of discussion, discovery, and networking at Banshee on November 14th, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
Event Details:

Theme: Blue Economy
Date: November 14th, 2023
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Venue: Banshee (934 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA)
Cost: Free

Our presenters will delve into the sustainable use of ocean resources, innovative marine technologies, and the economic opportunities they offer. It promises to be an enlightening experience, featuring knowledgeable presenters who will share their experiences working with our ever changing marine environments. For more information about our presenters and the event details, please refer to the attached flyer.
We encourage you to bring your questions and curiosity, as this Science Cafe will be an interactive platform for learning and discussion. Whether you are a marine enthusiast, a sustainability advocate, or simply curious about the Blue Economy, this event is sure to pique your interest.
We look forward to your presence and an evening filled with stimulating conversations and fresh perspectives.
If you have any further inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us at Emily.zlevor001@umb.edu or summer.gagel001@umb.edu
We hope to see you at Banshee on November 14th!

Due Date for Authentic Experiences Enhanced Funding Application
2024-07-01
Apply Here
PATHS is committing funds (approximately $30,000 per year) to support PATHS Partners to enhance existing programs and/or events with authentic engineering and NASA-related resources, experiences, or activities and to develop new, innovative experiences for students at key junctures in their career pathways. We invite requests in the range of $250 to $5000 to enhance your existing activities in support of the overall goal of the PATHS coalition: to broaden participation in engineering in Massachusetts and develop multiple pathways for engineering students to succeed by enhancing the supportive culture of a broad coalition of partners.
Application deadlines are January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1 of each year to allow for a variety of program/event planning timelines. Applications will be reviewed by the PATHS Authentic Experiences committee based on 1) the effective leveraging of PATHS funds, 2) the authenticity of the proposed NASA-related experience, 3) the increase in diversity of the proposed enhancement, 4) the support for success of the planned activity, and 5) the alignment of the proposed activity with PATHS goals.
Examples of authentic experiences that could be funded by PATHS include but are not limited to:
Funds to add a NASA scientist speaker to an event
Materials to add an engineering activity to an existing STEM or non-STEM curriculum
Enhancement a program with funds for additional BIPOC participants

Due Date for Authentic Experiences Enhanced Funding Application
2024-07-01 12:00 - 17:00
This is an opportunity to augment funding for existing programs or events for PATHS partners. Applications due by COB or 5pm on each due date.

About PATHS Enhanced Funding Opportunity
PATHS is committing funds (approximately $30,000 per year) to support PATHS Partners to enhance existing programs and/or events with authentic engineering and NASA-related resources, experiences, or activities for students and their teachers. We invite requests in the range of $250 to $5000 to enhance your existing activities in support of the overall goal of the PATHS coalition: to broaden participation in engineering in Massachusetts and develop multiple pathways for engineering students to succeed by enhancing the supportive culture of a broad coalition of partners.
Application deadlines are January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1 of each year to allow for a variety of program/event planning timelines. We are looking to add funding to existing events or programs. The funding for those programs should already be secured. These funds are to be used to increase diversity, increase participation of BIPOC participants or their teachers, or to make engineering components more effective (better speakers, materials, or activities). Funding is not to be used for general operating expense, staff planning time, or room rentals. Funding will be given for specific enhancements.
Applications will be reviewed by the PATHS Authentic Experiences committee based on

the effective leveraging of PATHS funds,
the authenticity of the proposed NASA-related experience,
the increase in BIPOC participation of the proposed enhancement,
the support for success of the planned activity, and 5) the alignment of the proposed activity with PATHS goals.

Examples of authentic experiences that could be funded by PATHS include but are not limited to:

Funds to add a NASA scientist speaker to an event
Materials to add an engineering activity to an existing STEM or non-STEM curriculum
Stipends for BIPOC participants

If you have any questions, please email Aimee.Bonanno@umb.edu

Apply Here

Due Date for Authentic Experiences Enhanced Funding Application
2024-10-01, 2025-01-01, 2025-04-01
Apply Here
PATHS is committing funds (approximately $30,000 per year) to support PATHS Partners to enhance existing programs and/or events with authentic engineering and NASA-related resources, experiences, or activities and to develop new, innovative experiences for students at key junctures in their career pathways. We invite requests in the range of $250 to $5000 to enhance your existing activities in support of the overall goal of the PATHS coalition: to broaden participation in engineering in Massachusetts and develop multiple pathways for engineering students to succeed by enhancing the supportive culture of a broad coalition of partners.
Application deadlines are January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1 of each year to allow for a variety of program/event planning timelines. Applications will be reviewed by the PATHS Authentic Experiences committee based on 1) the effective leveraging of PATHS funds, 2) the authenticity of the proposed NASA-related experience, 3) the increase in diversity of the proposed enhancement, 4) the support for success of the planned activity, and 5) the alignment of the proposed activity with PATHS goals.
Examples of authentic experiences that could be funded by PATHS include but are not limited to:Funds to add a NASA scientist speaker to an eventMaterials to add an engineering activity to an existing STEM or non-STEM curriculumEnhancement a program with funds for additional BIPOC participants
