The State of Oregon has awarded a $54,143 grant to Oregon Museum of Science and Industry’s Salmon Camp project to inspire Native American youth to pursue secondary education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Funded through a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education received by Oregon in August, OMSI’s award is part of the College Access Challenge Grant Program which awarded grants to 12 pre-college preparation programs across the state.
OMSI’s Salmon Camp project will be implemented with the help of partner organizations, with the goal of engaging Native American youth in hands-on scientific field research with Native American traditions and knowledge.
To achieve this goal, the project will increase the number of Native students reached; will develop math activities aligned with Oregon standards and integrated into program experiences; and will hire a salmon education coordinator.
