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The Time Is Now — Charting a Course to 2030

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Explore the findings and recommendations of the TEAM-UP report in this 2-hour webinar focused on elevating African American representation in undergraduate physics and astronomy. Gain insights into the two-year study conducted by the AIP National Task Force, examining the experiences of African American physics students. Learn about ongoing implementation efforts within the physics community through short presentations and a panel discussion with academics actively applying the recommendations. Discover how to get involved in implementation workshops, understand next steps for TEAM-UP, and learn strategies for implementing changes at your own institution. Hosted by APS CEO Dr. Kate Kirby and APS President-Elect S. James Gates, Jr., this informative session covers topics such as the BoseEinstein condensate, academic support, funding, and the core framework of the TEAM-UP initiative. Participate in focus group discussions and explore workshop visions and topics designed to benefit the physics community in supporting African American undergraduates' success.

Syllabus

Introduction
Mary James
The BoseEinstein condensate
Data
Academic Support
Departments
Introductions
The Problem
Funding
Framing the Problem
Core Framework
Focus Group Discussions
Workshops
Organizing Committee
Workshop Vision
Workshop Topics
Workshop Benefits
Questions

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