Changing the Face of Engineering: The African American Experience

This Book, Changing the Face of Engineering, examines the historical and contemporary experiences of African Americans in engineering. It explores challenges faced by this underrepresented group, highlighting the need for increased diversity in the field. The text features case studies of successful initiatives aimed at recruiting and retaining African American students and faculty in engineering, analyzes data on their representation at various educational levels, and profiles prominent African American engineers and their contributions. The authors emphasize the importance of addressing systemic issues and creating supportive environments to achieve greater equity and inclusivity in engineering. Finally, the book offers policy recommendations and future directions for fostering a more diverse engineering workforce.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Changing-Face-Engineering-American-Experience/dp/1421418142?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=2fb86b8f4d203c5333c5d55134e4f559&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by Podcai Studio:https://www.podcaistudio.com/