Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Program at University of Virginia

Program Overview:

The University of Virginia has served as the lead institution for the Virginia–North Carolina Alliance since its inception in 2007. The Alliance is funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) and seeks to increase the number of underrepresented populations obtaining degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathmatics (STEM) degrees. At the University of Virginia, the Alliance allocates resources to support undergraduate activities across Grounds including: mentoring, stipends, summer bridge for incoming 1st years, summer research experiences, tutoring, funding to attend conferences and symposia. UVA's LSAMP program is also committed to assisting students pursue opportunities in industry or graduate programs.

UVA Partners:

Activities:

UVA Specific Events

Fellowships Series - Fall Semester 2022

Description: Every Monday at 4pm, Office of Citizen Scholar Development have information sessions, workshops, and panel discussions for students. Once per month, there is an introductory workshop, which is the best first touch point to interact with our office. In addition, there are two sessions on Getting Started in Undergraduate Research. Schedule and additional info can be found at https://citizenscholars.virginia.edu/fellowship-series.

UVA Summer Bridge Program - Summer 2022

General Info: Since the 1980s, Bridge has supported students who want to get a head start on academics, build a strong support network among peers, faculty, and staff, and explore the place they will call home for the next few years. “Bridgers” gain important work and research experience. During the course of the program, participants take a 3-credit mathematics course, receive professional development training, take part in interactive engineering workshops, and build study skills and strategies. Bridge places an emphasis on math to ensure that students are prepared for the required Calculus classes in UVA Engineering majors. The structure, sequence, and programming of Bridge is informed by quantitative and qualitative data gathered from the Crafting Success for Underrepresented Scientists and Engineers research project, which focuses on understanding and promoting academic success in STEM majors at the University of Virginia. Learn more about UVA Engineering Summer Bridge Program.

Virginia–North Carolina Alliance Wide Events

2022 Summer Research Program

Description: Virginia–North Carolina Alliance Summer Research Program pairs highly motivated undergraduate STEM students with faculty mentors. This opportunity is ideally designed for students seeking their first research experience. The program occurred from June 5 - August 2, 2022 and was held in-person. The application portal for Summer 2023 will open in late 2022.

Undergraduate Research Symposium - Spring 2022

The 13th Annual VA–NC Alliance Undergraduate Research Symposium: Engaging Tomorrow's STEM Innovators
April 1, 2022 from 12 PM - 4 PM EST and hosted virtually by Old Dominion University.
The symposium showcased a small portion of the STEM research being conducted by undergraduate students. In addition, the event provided networking and professional development activities for students, faculty, and staff.

Eligibility:

United States citizen or permanent resident
Be an undergraduate student attending an Alliance affiliated institution such as UVA
Majoring in or considering a STEM discipline
Demonstrated leadership or a commitment to broadening participation in STEM

Applying to UVA's LSAMP Program:

Visit https://lsamp.virginia.edu/apply to complete the application. The application process involves two steps: 1). establishing login credentials and 2). completing your profile.
Once credentials have been vetted and if the individual is approved, it is important they try to keep profile updated with Alliance supported activities.

Laptop Loaner Program:

To be eligible for a loaner laptop, students must be an undergraduate majoring in STEM at UVA and participating in LSAMP activities throughout the year. If a student fails to enroll in courses during an academic year or change major and no longer a STEM student, the student will need to return the computer to us. Laptops are only available for pick-up (and return) on-Grounds at the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Download the loaner agreement, students only need to complete the Borrower section. Completed applications should be sent to Maurice Walker at emw5m@virginia.edu. Once the form has been reviewed, you will be contacted about next steps. Questions concerning the loaner program should also be directed to Maurice Walker.

Resources:

Undergraduate opportunities - industry/scholarship/summer research
Graduate level opportunities
Bridge to the Doctorate (BD) - list of current & past BD sites
Students who regularly participate in LSAMP activities over the course of their undergraduate career are eligible to apply to various BD programs.

Contact Information:

Maurice Walker
Program Coordinator, Virginia–North Carolina Alliance
E: emw5m@virginia.edu | O: 434.982.0310
PO Box 400280 Charlottesville, VA 22904-4280

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