CDSSEC's Support for STEM Students

The Center for Development, Support, and Success in Engineering and Computing (CDSSEC) is dedicated to advancing the academic and professional development of students within the College of Engineering & Computing. CDSSEC promotes student recruitment, enrichment and retention through student-led initiatives, school-partnered programs and valuable student resources and experiences.

Built on a foundation of academic support, student enrichment and community engagement, CDSSEC strategically emphasizes workforce development and industry partnerships to:

• Strengthen the STEM pipeline from K–12 through graduate education
• Equip students with career-ready skills and meaningful industry connections
• Serve as a model for accessible and adaptive engineering and computing education

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  FLAME

  Florida Action for More Engineering (FLAME) is a dual enrollment program between Miami-Dade County Public Schools and FIU.

  Learn more about FLAME

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  ENLACE

  Engaging Latino Communities in Education (ENLACE) is an after-school and summer learning program funded by The Children’s Trust.

  Learn more about ENLACE

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  OURS

  The Opportunities for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (OURS) initiative provides CEC students with structured pathways to gain meaningful research experience aligned with their academic interests and long-term career goals.

  Learn more about OURS

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  GROW

  The Graduate Research Opportunities for Workforce Development (GROW) program expands CEC’s undergraduate research model to support master’s students in faculty-guided research.

  Learn more about GROW