Leadership Development Interventions to Reduce Imposter Phenomenon in the STEM Fields in Minorities
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https://doi.org/10.59319/arete.v2i1.841Keywords:
STEM, Imposter Phenomenon, Leadership, Servant Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Minorities in STEM, Leadership Development, globalAbstract
Background: There is a significant lack of diversity in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Evidence shows that lack of representation can feed into feelings of imposter phenomenon which in turn influences leadership qualities. Objectives: An argument is made that by providing leadership development training to minorities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields, confidence will be boosted, feelings of imposter phenomenon will be reduced, and thus these students will be retained. Approach: Theories explored to explain this challenge include the imposter phenomenon, servant leadership, and transformational leadership. Results: The goal of this article is to demonstrate the need for research into leadership development of minorities in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. Conclusions: A program proposal is also introduced as a suggested plan of action based on the findings.
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Kristen Merchant, Associate Director of Union & Student Activities, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Kristen Merchant, a Terre Haute local, found her passion in guiding students at Rose-Hulman after falling in love with her own undergraduate experience there. Her role as Associate Director of Union & Student Activities offers a variety of experiences, from campus events to leadership training, keeping every day exciting. In addition, directing Rose-Hulman’s Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) program has sparked a new enthusiasm for nurturing students' leadership skills. In the fall of 2022, Kristen pursued her other passion of education and began her journey in the Ph.D. in Global Leadership program at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, in Terre Haute, Indiana. Outside of work, Kristen enjoys decorating her first home with her husband, being a dog mom, and indulging in cozy reading sessions. She also enjoys playing on the "Girls that Golf" team in the intramural league, despite their lack of skill.
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