LEAN INSTITUTE GETS SCHEV FUNDING FOR THE MARINE TECH PROJECT

The Lean Institute has been awarded funding for the "Marine Tech: STEM preparation through Marine Science/ Engineering Projects." Marine Tech is a collaboration between local shipyards, SNAME, school systems in Hampton Roads and central Virginia and local marine science museums. This project also includes Co-PI's from College of Education Dr Sueanne Mckinney and Dr. Daniel Dickerson. The goal of the project is the improve teacher quality and to provide them with tools to improve STEM education. Another goal is to improve future workforce in marine industry. The funding amount is $120,000 for one year.