 The representation of underrepresented minority, UIM, faculty in the health sciences disciplines is persistently low despite the implementation of nationally funded pipeline development programs. Research suggests that these programs should also focus on addressing the social, emotional, and contextual factors that contribute to UIM's lack of success in higher education. These include reducing social isolation, increasing engagement with research, bolstering persistence, enhancing mentoring models, and creating institutional change. This article was authored by Alicia K. Matthews, Paula Allen Mears, Karriam Watson, and others.