42 U.S.C. § 2015c — Partnership program with institutions of higher education

(a) Definitions. In this section: (1) “Hispanic-serving institution” has the meaning given in section 1101a(a) of title 20. (This section does not define that term.) (2) “Historically Black college or university” has the meaning given “part B institution” in section 1061 of title 20. (This section does not define that term.) (3) “Tribal college” has the meaning given “tribally controlled college or university” in section 1801(a) of title 25. (This section does not define that term.) (b) Partnership program. The Commission may establish and participate in research, mentoring, instruction, and training activities with institutions of higher education, including the institutions listed in (a). The activities must strengthen the institutions’ ability (1) to educate and train students, including current or potential Commission employees, and (2) to conduct research in science, engineering, law, or another field the Commission considers important to its work.