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Minorities In Science
Despite years of efforts to increase diversity in science, Blacks, Hispanics and Native Americans still remain under represented in graduate schools and universities. With the current climate discouraging affirmative action programs, how can minorities be encouraged to take up a life in science?
Guests:
Dr. Vartan Gregorian
President, Brown University
Providence, RI
Dr. Norman Francis
President, Xavier University
New Orleans, LA
Dr. Mae Jamison
Founder, "The Earth We Share" Science Camp
Visiting Professor, Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH
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