The goal of the STRIVE program at UA Little Rock is to prepare and empower the future STEM workforce of Arkansas by increasing middle and high school students’ awareness of the diversity of jobs requiring STEM skills. We aim to help our students become more prepared to work in those jobs.
While many programs work with the students themselves, STRIVE focuses on working with Arkansas STEM teachers, providing opportunities for teachers to become immersed in an organization for a short period during the summer to see first-hand how diverse and far-reaching the skills they teach in their classroom relate to the real world. The summer placement is dovetailed with training and support in how to incorporate these experiences into their classroom, promoting approaches such as science inquiry and problem-based learning.
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Thinking about joining the program as a teacher or business and want to learn more?
Teachers: if you are interested in staying in touch, please fill out this interest form!
Want to learn more about the STRIVE program? Consider filling in this RSVP form for Open House on Saturday, January 11, 2025. We would love for you to join us either in person or on Zoom. If you are coming to UA Little Rock, doors will open at 11:30 am with food available. From 12 – 2 pm, STRIVE teacher presentations and discussions will take place. After Open House events, we will go to Jack Stephens Center to enjoy the UA Little Rock Basketball game.
