The National Native Scholarship Providers ((NNSPs) – College Fund, Cobell Scholarship Program, American Indian Science and Engineering Society, and American Indian Graduate Center*) collaborated to conduct this research project.
This study shows Native women and two-spirit CS undergrads persist by integrating culturally connected giving back, using computing to uplift communities, mentor others, and preserve culture.
Native scholars benefit most from mentorship that honors their culture. Culturally-informed mentorship supports persistence in STEM, countering underrepresentation and the legacy of colonization.
This article shows that honoring Native values of giving back can support STEM success. Embracing this value helps address underrepresentation and fosters broader inclusion strategies.
This article highlights how community-engaged research improves scientific quality, fosters equity, and bridges power divides through interdisciplinary collaboration and culturally rooted, participatory approaches.
This study shares insights from Native STEM professionals, highlighting identity transformation, cultural reconnection, and experiential wisdom gained through navigating STEM careers and historically white institutions.
The study explores Native American success in STEM fields, navigating educational and professional landscapes while affirming Native identity as crucial for career achievement and challenging misconceptions.
