Research Blog #10

Abstract:
This research paper looks into the lack of diversity in STEM. All throughout the STEM field white and Asian males are the vast majority. This paper evaluates why “the STEM workforce is no more diverse now than in 2001” (Bidwell). In short, the answer to this question is seen in the underlying sense of racism and sexism in America. Furthermore, minorities are put at a disadvantage from a young age. Even though a number of things are being done to combat this unfortunate norm, they are not making the kind of drastic impact needed if America is going to survive as an economic powerhouse in the world. These efforts include everything from mentorship programs to even new laws being implemented. However, as mentioned before, diversity in STEM continues to stagnate. This is a huge problem for America. Diversity in STEM revolves around the theoretical claim that minorities thus far have been an “untapped resource.” As an economy, America must be able to reach this resource, otherwise the consequences will be detrimental. This paper will evaluate specifically what will go wrong and why this is. 

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