Research and Engagement for Student Empowerment and Teaching in STEM
Program Overview
The RESET in STEM program is designed to expand opportunities for students in local community and neighborhoods surrounding the University of Houston to engage in high-quality STEM education. This initiative builds upon the University of Houston’s (UH) successful STEM RISE program by fostering partnerships between UH’s College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, College of Education, and Cullen College of Engineering in collaboration with local organizations such as 8 Million Stories (8MS) and Project Row Houses (PRH).
Through these partnerships, the program provides access to STEM research experiences, academic enrichment, and mentoring to support student success in STEM fields and increase workforce readiness.
Program Eligibility
RESET in STEM is open to all public high school students in the Third Ward region and areas surrounding the University of Houston, regardless of background, and is committed to fostering STEM literacy, student success, and workforce development for all participants. High school students participate in a six-week, on-campus summer program, where they engage in STEM research in university labs under the mentorship of faculty, undergraduate STEM majors, and medical students. During the academic year, students attend after-school workshops at community locations, such as the Eldorado Ballroom, focusing on STEM literacy, tutoring, college and career readiness, and hands-on STEM projects. These activities aim to strengthen students' skills and knowledge while fostering academic and career exploration in STEM fields.
RESET in STEM is also open to all undergraduate preservice STEM teachers enrolled in the teachHOUSTON program at the University of Houston. These future educators participate in coursework and professional development to enhance their teaching and mentoring skills while supporting high school students in research labs, tutoring sessions, and STEM enrichment activities. Their involvement provides valuable hands-on teaching experience and contributes to the development of a diverse and skilled STEM workforce.
Summer 2025 STEM RISE × RESET in STEM Program
The Summer 2025 STEM RISE × RESET in STEM program is slated for June 10 – July 26, 2025.
- The teachHOUSTON Undergraduate Research Methods course will take place during UH Summer Session 3 (June 2 – July 22, 2025).
- 8 Million Stories High School student participation will take place June 16 – July 26, 2025.
Program Participants
Scholarships ranging from $2,500 – $5,000
Option 1: STEM RISE Research Methods Scholar ($2,500)
- Receive a full scholarship for the summer Research Methods in STEM course (BIO, CHEM or PHYS 4340)
- Participate in the STEM Professional Development Institute focused on student centered instruction and mentoring practices
- Teach lessons and mentor high school students participating in the STEM RISE research lab experience
Option 2: STEM RISE Undergrad Lab Mentor ($2,500)
- Conduct STEM research in UH STEM labs
- Participate in the STEM Professional Development Institute focused on student centered instruction and mentoring practices
- Mentor and support high school students also conducting research in labs
Option 3: RESET in STEM Research Methods sand Lab Mentor ($5,000)
- Combination of Options 1 and 2
As a STEM RISE × RESET in STEM Scholar, you will:
- Conduct STEM research in UH STEM labs
- Receive mentorship in labs from STEM RISE lab mentors (undergraduate STEM majors at UH)
- Receive hands-on STEM instruction and mentorship support from STEM RISE mentors (preservice STEM teachers at UH)
- Gain hands-on STEM experience in classroom and research lab setting
Total Time Commitment for All Activities: 6 weeks
Total Compensation: Funds will be provided for on-campus meals and lab materials. Stipend will be provided.
Ready to Apply?
UH medical students, UH NSM majors and Jack Yates High School students should complete this form to apply for the STEM RISE program.
STEM RISE × RESET in STEM Application
Questions
Contact us at stemrise@uh.edu.
RESET in STEM In the News
Meet the RESET in STEM Team
Dr. Mariam Manuel
Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics, teachHOUSTON, UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Marvin Pierre
Co-Founder & Executive Director, 8 Million Stories
Dr. Jacqueline Ekeoba
Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics, teachHOUSTON, UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Dr. Jerrod Henderson
Assistant Professor in Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, UH Cullen College of Engineering
Dr. April Peters-Hawkins
Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, UH College of Education
Dr. Donna Stokes
Professor in the Department of Physics, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs and Student Success, UH College of Natural Science and Mathematics