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Fitzgerald High School
About FocuSStem NextGen
Our Mission
To provide a path for students who are underrepresented in the Medical Sciences to have exposures to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)-careers in Southeastern Michigan. We seek to provide educational and impactful experiences at the busy academic medical center at the Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit.
NEW STEM WORKSHOP
(IN-PERSON)!
FocuSStem One-Day Program
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FocuSStem NextGen is a free student-created and student-led program.
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STEM-interested high school students experience hands-on learning about careers in science, technology, and healthcare at the Karmanos Cancer Institute and Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI
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Students will learn from selected experts such as laboratory research scientists, physicians, nurses, physicists, phlebotomist, and others.
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Enjoy lunch with various STEM experts and increase networking skills.
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Students will go on three different tours of the medical center including the Department of Pathology, Radiation Oncology, and research laboratories.
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Valuable materials for summer opportunities including the FocuSStem NextGen Summer Intensive, how to apply for college, and how to apply for medical school will be given.
Prior One-Day Participants
FocuSStem Virtual STEM Challenge- May 8, 2021
FocuSStem Virtual STEM Summit-
July 17, 2021
2019 SUMMER INTENSIVE
In-person, 2-week, summer intensive at the Karmanos Cancer Institute.
2020 SUMMER INTENSIVE
Virtual, 1-week, summer intensive using virtual reality!
Program Sponsors
Program Partners
This program could not operate without the contributions of these organizations.
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The Karmanos Cancer Institute, headquartered in Detroit, is the largest cancer research and provider network in Michigan with 16 treatment locations. Caring for approximately 12,000 new patients annually and conducting more than 800 cancer-specific scientific investigation programs and clinical trials, Karmanos holds a prestigious National Cancer Institute designation.
The Wayne State School of Medicine has prepared students to be health care leaders and advocates who go on to change the world since 1868. Our dedication to urban clinical excellence and contribution to Detroit's revitalization is unwavering. The School of Medicine's location and partnerships with hospitals and clinics allow students to interact with patients and engage with physicians in a real-world setting.
C2 Pipeline is a college/career ready program that incorporates STEM in a project-based, hands on learning environment with a focus on health careers that enhance and link to a student's secondary educational experience.
Founded in 1998, CrossComm is a minority-owned, award-winning software development firm. We have helped Fortune 500 companies, startups, research institutions and many others leverage the constantly-evolving landscape of technology to meet their software and business goals.
On Your Feet Detroit is an action-based organization that fights the loneliness and isolation that plagues people experiencing homelessness
NAAMA NextGen focuses on promoting the professional and social goals of American medical and dental students and residents of Arab heritage.
Established in 1946 as one of the oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of women who are committed to enriching and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African Ancestry.