Queens College Awarded $1M for STEM Teacher Training

Funding from Rep. Gregory Meeks will support the GLOBE NY Metro program.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:06pm

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Queens College's Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) NY Metro program has been awarded $1.031 million in federal funding by Rep. Gregory Meeks. The grant will help improve STEM education in elementary and secondary schools across the New York metropolitan area.

Why it matters

The GLOBE NY Metro program provides critical teacher training and resources to strengthen STEM education, which is vital for preparing the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. This funding will allow the program to expand its reach and impact across the region.

The details

The $1.031 million grant from Rep. Gregory Meeks will support the GLOBE NY Metro program's efforts to train elementary and secondary school teachers in the latest STEM teaching methods and provide them with hands-on learning materials and curriculum.

  • The funding was awarded in April 2026.

The players

Queens College

A public college in New York City that is part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system.

GLOBE NY Metro

An educational program at Queens College that trains teachers in STEM subjects and provides resources for hands-on science learning.

Rep. Gregory Meeks

A U.S. Congressman representing New York's 5th congressional district, which includes parts of Queens.

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The takeaway

This funding will allow Queens College to expand its GLOBE NY Metro program, which plays a crucial role in strengthening STEM education and preparing the next generation of students in the New York metropolitan area.