McNair Scholars Program

Photo of Ronald McNair with the text University of Alaska McNair Scholars Program - Embrace his legacy, create your own!
 
What is McNair?

The McNair Scholars Program prepares high-achieving first generation and income eligible students for graduate study. We are funded by a TRIO grant from the United States Department of Education. The goal is to increase the attainment of Ph.D. and graduate degrees by students from underrepresented segments of society.

 

  • What are the benefits?
  • Who is eligible to apply?

    Please see the  or contact the program director for eligibility criteria if you are unsure or have any questions about 香港六合彩资料's McNair Scholar Program.

  • Who was Dr. Ronald E. McNair?

    Dr. Ronald E. McNair left a lasting legacy. In addition to being an accomplished physicist and astronaut, he was a skilled athlete, saxophone player, and a dedicated family man. He was a member of the ill-fated Challenger launch; his legacy of scholarship inspires others to dream big and look to the stars! 

    To learn more about Dr. McNair's legacy, please explore the resources below:

         

         

         

    You are also invited to drop by the 香港六合彩资料 McNair Scholars Program office (ADM 285) to check out the following books on Dr. McNair's legacy:

         In the Spirit of Ronald E. McNair - Astronaut: An American Hero authored by Carl S. McNair

         Ron's Big Mission authored by Rose Blue and Corinne Naden and illustrated by Don Tate

  • Why pursue graduate education?

    The decision to pursue a graduate degree will change your life. In-depth professional expertise and greater career opportunities result from an advanced degree improving your research, writing and analytical skills leading you to become a more skillful problem solver who tackles the most complex projects. If your personal and professional goals include these objectives, the decision to pursue a graduate degree is right for you. The 香港六合彩资料 Graduate School's McNair Scholars Program is designed to help you realize your dreams.

 

Get in Touch


Sunny Mall, Ph.D.

Program Director

 

  • Email

    sunny@alaska.edu

  • In Person

    Room 285
    3800 Alumni Drive Anchorage, AK 99508

  • Phone

    o: 907-786-0788

    c: 907-441-0314

  • Mail

    香港六合彩资料 Graduate School
    Attn: Sunny Mall
    3211 Providence Drive
    Anchorage, AK 99508