Cam Davidson, 
Professor of Geology and Director of Carleton’s Interdisciplinary Science and Math Initiative, has received support from The Keck Geology Consortium and the National Science Foundation (#1659322) for a major research project that aims to broaden the diversity of the geoscience workforce, especially among underrepresented groups, and to prepare students for careers in the geosciences. This funding will allow Prof. Davidson and a longtime collaborator at Union College to offer as many as sixteen undergraduate research experiences. With an emphasis on year-long research experiences, structured research curricula, and mentor training, the Consortium programs provide a distinctive model for undergraduate research. Involving fieldwork in Alaska, these experiences will include both “Gateway” projects designed for first- and second-year students that consist of a mix of field and laboratory work, exposure to the breadth of the discipline, and to career opportunities in the earth sciences; and “Advanced Research Program” projects that enable students to participate in a four-week summer project involving a mix of field and laboratory study, followed by an academic year-long project at their home campuses.