What is it?
According to the National Science Foundation (NSF), approximately 20% of undergraduate physics students identify as women. Little data exists about the percentage of gender minorities in physics, but it is likely very low. We aim to increase these numbers slightly by giving high schoolers of these genders some tools they need to be successful as a physicist.
Most modern physics studies require computer programming skills. Physics HALO will be a two-part physics bootcamp to inspire these students to pursue physics, understand what such studies would entail, and give them foundational programming tools necessary to succeed in a modern physics environment. |
Who is running it?
This program is run by the Society of Physics Students (SPS) at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), an undergraduate organization dedicated to increasing participation and enjoyment of physics.
The program is funded by the SPS National Future Faces of Physics Award, which funds projects that "promote the recruitment and retention of people from groups historically underrepresented in physics." |
Who is eligible?
Participants must be enrolled in a US high school at the time of the program. Although the curriculum will focus on women and gender minorities, students of all genders are welcome to apply.
|