Johnson C. Smith University will receive over $1 million for STEM education

Johnson C. Smith University will receive over $1 million in federal funding to bolster its STEM education and undergraduate research initiatives. The funds will be used for purchasing advanced equipment across multiple fields, including environmental chemistry, biology, and agriculture. U.S. Rep. Alma Adams noted that the grant aims to prepare students for high-demand careers while strengthening economic mobility in Charlotte and North Carolina.