Academic Training and Management Operations Center

Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators

Your gateway to STEM success

We provide online academic management and career development services for high school and college students on their journey toward STEM degrees and careers.

Welcome

Welcome to the
ATMO Center

Welcome to the Academic Training and Management Operations Center (ATMO Center)! We are dedicated to supporting secondary (high school) and post-secondary (college) students on their journey toward STEM degrees and careers. Our mission is to provide online academic management and career development services, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the challenges of their educational pursuits and future careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

At ATMO, we offer innovative programs designed to enhance learning, foster personal growth, and develop the skills necessary for success. Our flagship initiative, the Pre-Accelerated Curriculum in Engineering (PACE) program, sets the foundation for our comprehensive suite of offerings. Additionally, we provide a program, known as STEMLEAP, designed strictly for high school students interested in a STEM-based, college-aligned curriculum.

Explore our website to learn more about our mission, programs, and the team that brings it all to life. We look forward to helping you achieve your academic and career goals!

Initiatives

Programs built for every stage

We offer two initiatives designed for specific audiences.

PACE

Pre-Freshman Accelerated Curriculum in Engineering

Designed primarily for Morgan State University accepted incoming freshmen. A five-week, semi-immersive virtual learning experience focused on mathematics, computer science, physics, and chemistry.

STEMLEAP

STEM for Learning, Engagement, Advancement, and Persistence

Designed primarily for high school students going to the 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade. A dual enrollment, college aligned curriculum for earning early college credits in math, science, computer science, and engineering.

How students learn

A totally remote online learning experience

Moodle

Our learning management system delivers structured academic modules, interactive assignments and assessments, and progress tracking with feedback.

About our LMS →

ALEKS

A research-based, online learning program that offers additional courses in STEM subjects and more.

Visit ALEKS →

Unity virtual environment

A custom virtual learning environment where students conduct experiments, analyze data, and collaborate.

View the demo →

The ATMO Team

Morgan State University alumni and students

ATMO was founded by Dr. Carl White, a tenured professor at Morgan State University. In partnership with Morgan State, ATMO provides opportunities for students to excel in STEM based careers.

Dr. Carl White

Dr. Carl White

Principal Investigator

David King

David King

Co-Principal Investigator and Lead XR Developer

Dr. Melvin Bayne

Dr. Melvin Bayne

Systems Integrator

Shaun Phillips

Shaun Phillips

XR Developer

Ryson Vessels

Ryson Vessels

Junior XR Developer

Ready to take your first step toward a STEM career?

Review the PACE requirements and apply, or get in touch to hear about future offerings.

Visit us on Instagram: @atmopace