BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Micron has announced over $1 million in grants to Boise State University and the University of Idaho's engineering programs.
These grants are meant to support programs that expand diversity and equitable access to education, Micron says. The grants come as part of Micron's commitment to increasing diversity, equality and inclusion.
"Micron believes that cultivating a diverse pipeline of talent is critical to jump-starting the next wave of innovation,” said April Arnzen, Micron Foundation president. “We want to share our resources to empower students in our local communities to succeed as future engineers.”
Micron is also hoping to address the sharp decline in higher education projected for 2025. The universities will use grant money to increase recruitment and retention.
“Idaho is home to a growing demographic richness and to students from many backgrounds,” said Dr. Marlene Tromp, president of Boise State. “This will allow us to better serve our students, our industry partners, and our state.”
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