Presented by Vice Provost Frances Leslie June 11, 2018 Graduate STEM Education for the 21st Century National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Presented by Vice Provost Frances Leslie June 11, 2018

Ideal Ph.D. Education for the 21st Century Student-centered Transparent Dynamic

Goals Teach broad technical literacy Explore Teach broad technical literacy Explore a broad array of 21st century careers Learn Instill core competencies Diversify Consider ethical issues Enhance diversity: inclusive and equitable

Approach Disciplinary Coursework Conduct original research Cross-disciplinary experiences Professional skills training Fieldwork, workshops, conferences Exposure to broad array of careers

Needed Professional Skills Communications, both scholarly and to broader audiences Leadership and time management Collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork

Change Faculty Attitudes and Priorities Incentivize and reward educational performance Train in evidence-based teaching Learn best practices for mentoring and advising

Few STEM students go on to tenure-track positions Individual Development Plan Explore careers intensively De-stigmatize non-academic careers

Change Management Students “learn by doing,” but the system is reluctant to change. The report makes suggestions for changing: Role of industry, government, and professional societies Federal and state funding, especially for graduate students Faculty training, tenure, and promotion