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Sandra Washington, director, McNair Scholars Program, was re-funded for $934,888 for four years by the U.S. Department of Education, Federal TRIO Programs. This program is designed to encourage low-income students and minority undergraduates to consider careers in college teaching as well as prepare for doctoral study. Under this project, 27 students are provided with research opportunities and faculty mentors and receive financial assistance, GRE preparation, and guidance through the graduate school admissions process. Washington will continue as project director of the program.