TB-B2B Tampa Bay Bridge to Baccalaureate Program
Considering a career in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)?
The National Science Foundation has awarded the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority
Participation (LSAMP) grant to a consortium of three institutions on Florida’s Gulf
Coast which include St. Petersburg College, Hillsborough Community College and State
College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota. The purpose of the Tampa Bay Bridge to Baccalaureate
(TB-B2B) program is to increase the number of underrepresented minority (URM)* students
completing a bachelor’s degree in a STEM program.*African-American, Alaskan Native,
American Indian/Native American, Hawaiian Native, Hispanic/Latino, and Native Pacific
Islander. However, all students are encouraged to join the program as there is something
for everyone!
By joining the TB-B2B LSAMP Program, SCF students have access to:
- Priority Class Registration
- Individualized STEM Career Program Advising
- Supplemental tutoring with professors and peer tutors
- Annual STEM conference
- Skill-Building Workshops
- Touring opportunities of businesses/facilities and 4 year institutions
- Chance to serve as a peer mentor for the program
- Internship and research opportunities
- Dedicated study space in the B2B STEM Study Room
This Could be YOU!
- Our students have gone out into the field and participated in internships at Mote Marine Labatory & Aquarium and presented research to scientists on Marine Life, worked with Sarasota Bay researching Seagrass in Sarasota and took part in Undergraduate Research experiences in Robotics and Natural Dye Sensitized Solar Cells.
- Have met with researchers at Mote Marine, at conferences, and through undergraduate research experiences offered through the program.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be a currently enrolled student at SCF
- Be an underrepresented minority (African-American, Alaskan Native, American Indian/Native American, Hawaiian Native, Hispanic/Latino, and Native Pacific Islander)
- Plan to pursue a STEM bachelor’s degree
- Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA
- Meet regularly with the Student Success Coordinator
- Participate in B2B events each semester
Fall 2023 Upcoming Activiites
Open to all students:
#GetHired "Telling Your Story- Developing a Personal Brand in STEM"
September 26 11am-12pm SCF Bradenton 26 West
Dr. Jake Lasala presenting on "Sea Turtle Conservation"
October 23 3pm-4pm Virtually
To participate in these activities you must be part of the TB-B2B program.
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September 29
Kennedy Space Center
October 6
Rosebud Continuum
October 13
Clearwater Aquarium
October 27
Undergraduate Research in Robotics
Nov 6-9
For More Information Contact:
Natalie Singer
TB-B2B Student Success Coordinator
(941) 752-5611
singern@scf.edu
Past Events:
Follow us at @tbb2balliance on Instagram for more event photos!
Volunteering at Planting Day at Tom Bennett Park
Joining forces with Manatee County's Natural Resources and Sports and Leisure Services Department and the Tampa Bay Estuary Programs students planted native grasses and ground covers along shorline areas of a brackish pond.
Rosebud Continuum Tour
While on the tour of the Rosebud Continuum students had the opportunity to meet with researchers leading sustainability efforts. Students saw and learned about:
- Textile composting and composting in general/ composting toilets
- Plastics and recycling
- Aquaponics and hydroponics
- Food waste
- Biodigesters and methane production for energy
- Lasagna Gardening
- Native agricultural practices
- Native plants & animals
- Bees
- Renewable energy (mainly solar)
- Urban sprawl
New College of Florida Campus Tour
Students received a tour of campus from New College Admissions and had the opportunity to see some of the science labs and learn about the research professors are completing in their field of study.
Building Catapults and Propeller Cars
To kick off the Fall 2022 semester, students participated in a catapult and propeller car competition in the Natural Science courtyard on the SCF Bradenton campus.
Suturing Workshop- sponsored by Scribe S.OS.
Two doctors at Manatee Memorial hospital came to the SCF Bradenton Campus to teach students suturing techniques. Students also learned about the company Scribe S.O.S and how they can become a scribe and kickstart their careers.
Tour of Mote Marine Research Labs and Aquarium
Anyone can go to Mote Marine Aquarium, but they never get to see the behind the sceanes research that is happening. On this tour, students had the opportunity to see the Coral Health and Disease lab first and the Bone Room and learn about the research that is happening in these areas. After the behind the scenes tour, students received a free ticket to spend some time in the Aquarium.
Undergraduate Research in Robotics
Students met with Dr. Rod Brame once a week for 4 weeks experience learning how to build and code their very own robot. At the end of this experience students recieved a stipend for all their hardwork!
STEM Summer Series 2022
Throughout two weeks, students had the opportunity to receive some hands on experiences in areas such as Marine Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Coding, Network and Cybersecurity. Additionally, students enhanced their math skills through math practice and instruction so they could be better prepared for their Fall 2022 math course.
Press Releases
SCF Helps Underrepresented Minority Students Earn STEM Degrees
SCF Names Student Employee of the Year
SCF Resources Provide Student Success
Collaboration Encourages STEM Exploration
Grant Gives Tampa Bay Minorities Greater Access to STEM Degrees
National Science Foundation Helps Fund STEM at SCF
B2B Student wins award at the Tiny Earth Symposium