Journal of Social Issues V67 No3 Scaling the Higher Education Pyramid – Academic and Career Success of Minorities and Women in Science

Looks at the representation of women and ethnic minorities entering and completing programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) The articles contained in this issue represent cutting-edge research by some of the top researchers in social psychology, developmental psychology, education, and medical sciences The articles cover broad ground with regard to topic of study, age focus, methodology, and level of analysis The research contained in the issue has the potential to have an impact on policy and program development and serves as a catalyst for further thinking on this important social issue