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Williams, Luther S. – 1992
The National Science Foundation (NSF) was created by Congress in 1950 to initiate and support basic scientific research and programs at all levels. The growing societal interest in science literacy and human resource development in the 1980's, particularly with respect to underrepresented populations such as women, minorities, and disabled…
Descriptors: College Role, Community Colleges, Financial Support, Grants