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High School Scholars Laboratory Program in Biomedical Sciences

The High School Scholars Laboratory Program in Biomedical Sciences offers scholastically talented high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to:

• Do hands-on laboratory experiments and other interactive activities
• Gain valuable experience for future education and biomedical careers
• Connect with like-minded juniors and seniors in an exciting campus environment
• Enrich their scientific knowledge

A full week of science for only $250 per student!

Students will be awarded a certificate of participation and achievement for satisfactory completion of the Program.

2009 Application Information & Deadlines

Accepting applications now! Applications will be accepted until these programs reach capacity.

Early Registration—Save $25 if paid in full and postmarked by April 15 ($250 for
one week, $400 for both weeks.) Notification of selection begins May 1.
Tuition payment due in full by May 30 ($275 for one week, $425 for both weeks.)

TO APPLY
1. Download application and recommendation form below.
2. Complete application form.
3. Have your science teacher or guidance counselor complete the
recommendation form.
4. Mail both forms by May 1 and a $50 deposit
(make check payable to UWM-CHS) to:
UWM College of Health Sciences
Attn: Susan Roskopf, Enderis Hall B41
P.O. Box 413
Milwaukee, WI 53201
5. Notification of acceptance is done by mail beginning May 1st. A map
with instructions is included. Those individuals not accepted will have
their deposit returned to them.

Students accepted into the Program will be mailed their registration forms
which must be returned with the tuition payment balance by May 30, 2009.
Department of Public Instruction scholarships are available if you qualify.

Other need-based financial aid is available. Contact the High School Scholars
Laboratory Program in Biomedical Sciences.

Application Form
Teacher Recommendation Form
Department of Public Instruction Scholarship Application

General & Fee Information

Session I June 15–19, 2009
Session II June 22–26, 2009
Sessions are from 9am–3pm daily, with a one-hour break for lunch.
Classes will meet at UWM College of Health Sciences, Enderis Hall, 2400 East Hartford Avenue.
A full week of science for only $250 per student! Students will be awarded a certificate of participation and achievement for satisfactory completion of the Program. Students will provide their own meals and transportation.

CHOOSE YOUR TOPIC

These topics are offered during both one-week sessions.

Biotechnology & the Gene
This is a session for those students interested in medical or
dental school, biomedical research or pharmaceutical studies.
Participants will perform an array of realistic and hands-on
experiments with practical life applications, such as DNA
isolation, serial dilutions, air and water sampling and bacterial
transformation.

Clinical Diagnostics & Forensic Science
Explore the science behind the “CSI” television series. Participants will work to solve a fictional crime scene mystery using PCR (a lab test that amplifies DNA), hematology, toxicology, fingerprinting and chain of custody.

The High School Scholars Program is recommended for high school juniors and seniors. Recommended preparation includes: 2 years algebra, 1 year biology, 1 year chemistry or physics.

Due to the Program's intensive hands-on nature, enrollment is limited to 20 students for each week, making the selection process highly competitive.