STEM Naval STEM Workforce Diversity, Development and Retention Program
Abstract
Enhancing Naval STEM Workforce Diversity, Development, and RetentionProblem: The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is facing a critical challenge in maintaining the United States technological edge. To address this issue, ONR seeks to cultivate a diverse, world-class STEM workforce. This requires the development and enhancement of STEM educational pathways and workforce opportunities that alignwith ONR s scientific and technological priorities.Objectives: UC San Diego proposes a comprehensive program to develop a diverse and exceptional STEM workforce for the Office of Naval Research (ONR). By leveraging existing campus programs and initiatives, we will create, nurture, and sustain STEM pathways and career opportunities for a broad range of U.S. citizens aligned with ONR s strategic science and technology priorities. This strategic approach will safeguard the technological supremacy of our Navy and Marine Corpsand cultivate a diverse, world-class Naval STEM workforce capable of tackling the most complex future technological challenges.Technical Approaches:1. Expand the STEM Talent Pipeline by increasing skilled STEM professionals, particularly from diverse backgrounds through professional development opportunities to improve Navy and Marine Corps ability to innovate and maintain technological superiority.2. Establish new STEM education pathways by developing and innovative STEM educational programs hinders the development of afuture-ready STEM workforce.3. Maintain STEM workforce opportunities to alleviate retention and diversity challenges: especially from underrepresented groups, impacts long-term workforce sustainability.4. Build on existing STEM initiatives by providing resources and support to promising programs to scale up their impact and reach a wider audience.Anticipated Outcomes:1. Highly skilled and diverse STEM workforce ready to support the Navy.2. Accelerated development and adoption of new technologies for naval applications.3. Increased representation of diverse individuals in the naval STEM workforce.4. Enhanced innovation and problem-solving capabilities within the Navy.5. Improved public perception of STEM careers and the Navy.Impact on DoD Capabilities:UC San Diego#s proposed technical approaches will significantly contribute to the advancing the development of a highly skilled and diverse STEM workforce, defense technology, and the continued strength and competitiveness of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and U.S. Armed Forces."Approved for Public Release"
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jan 13, 2025
- Source ID
- N000142512110
Entities
People
- Miroslav Krstić
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy
- University of California, San Diego