Bison Hacks the Yard: Assisting Underrepresented Students Overcome Impostor Syndrome with Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence

Abstract

The prevalence of impostor syndrome in computer science students from underrepresented backgrounds contributes to low retention rates. Bison Hacks the Yard is an augmented reality game that aims to reduce impostor syndrome in underrepresented students by presenting a novel way to strengthen their knowledge of fundamental data structures and providing specialized videos of Historically Black College or University alumni, sharing their struggles with impostor syndrome.