Bridging High Schoolers to College Success
Mentoring Science Activity
The Mentoring Science Activity is designed to create a mentorship program between college students majoring in biology or related science field at AU and local high school students interested in the field of biology or science.
The program aims to improve high schoolers’ readiness for college, inspire their interest in biology, and enhance the number of local students pursuing higher education. AU students gain leadership and communication skills, fostering a sense of responsibility and mentorship. It provides them with the opportunity to apply and reinforce their knowledge while inspiring the next generation of scientists.
Overview
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Outreach & Development
The university is increasing its educational outreach and overall student development through:
- Fostering Mentorship and Guidance:
- Pair college students with high schoolers to provide academic guidance, mentorship, and advice related to biology.
- Inspiring Interest in Biology:
- Engage high school students through biology-related activities, experiments, and discussions
- Enhancing College Readiness:
- Provide insights into college life, academics, scholarships, and skills to equip high school students for a successful transition to higher education, as well as participate in college visits.
- Promoting Community Development:
- Encourage college students to give back to the community by sharing their knowledge and experience.
- Encourage college students to give back to the community by sharing their knowledge and experience.
Experience
Participants will take advantage of:
- Biology Workshops and Experiments:
- Organized, hands-on biology workshops, experiments, and interactive sessions will spark interest and showcase the practical applications of biology to high school students.
- Career Talks:
- Informative sessions with professionals in the field of biology will shed light on diverse career opportunities and potential career paths for students.
- Community Involvement Projects:
- Engage the mentor-mentee pairs in community-based projects related to biology, fostering a sense of community involvement and responsibility.
Event Schedule
Fall Semester
Opening Ceremony – Aug.30 4-5pm
Regular Interaction – meet in person and virtually to discuss academic goals, college applications, scholarships and general guidance
Workshops and Experiments – projects oriented or spark interest oriented
AU Alumni Discussion Panel – Oct.11th 4-5pm
Community Activity at Library – the science behind BOBA with local children Nov.22 4-5pm
Spring Semester
Community Activity – Health Department or local zoo
Career Talk – Feb 28th 4-5 p.m.
Regular Interaction – meet in person and virtually to discuss academic goals, college applications, scholarships and general guidance
Workshops and Experiments – projects oriented or spark interest oriented
Closing Ceremony Presentations – April 25th
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Phone
Renfang Taylor
Location
Hartung 208
Office Hours
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday – Friday