A significant investment in the future of STEM education is creating new opportunities for students at Stillman College. The college has received a $2,241,737 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) through its Historically Black Colleges and Universities Undergraduate Program (HBCU-UP) Implementation Projects initiative. The funding will support an innovative project to strengthen STEM education, improve student success, and prepare graduates for high-demand careers. Get our free mobile appFocused on student success and workforce readiness, the project will enhance the educational experience for STEM majors through hands-on, research-driven learning opportunities. Advancing the goals of Stillman College’s ASCEND 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, this initiative reinforces the institution’s commitment to student success by integrating research opportunities, experiential learning, and career readiness through the STEM curriculum.