What is SPARK all about?

The mission of the SPARK program is to inspire, support, and empower undergraduate women majoring in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, and mathematics at Texas State University.

This unique program is funded by the National Science Foundation and is part of the College of Science and Engineering's goal to increase the number of women graduating with degrees in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and entering professional STEM careers.

Students selected for SPARK will participate in the following program benefits:

• Scholarships: $10,000 per year scholarship for three years, beginning Fall 2013
• Housing: SPARK students will be the first group to live in our new STEM Living and Learning
     Community. Your home for the first year will be in Gaillardia, Texas State's newest residence hall.
• University Life: Co-enroll in courses, participate in academic study groups, interact with female faculty
     mentors, belong to a special community of like-minded students and friends!
• Activities: Special programming and group events throughout the year will help you explore interesting
     careers in engineering and computer science, find research opportunities, and introduce you to
     successful women working in these fields.  

   SPARK Scholars Program
   College of Science and Engineering
   Texas State University
   601 University Drive - RF Mitte #5202
   San Marcos, TX  78666

   contact us:   spark@txstate.edu

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