Partners in Science

Now in its 22nd year, Liberty Science Center’s Partners in Science program provides an intensive, eight-week summer experience for high school juniors and seniors. The program pairs students with mentors in science, health and technical fields and challenges them to participate in ongoing research and independent projects. Partners in Science gives students the opportunity to investigate questions driving scientific discovery in professional laboratory settings. Additionally, they develop a network of advisors and lifelong connections that may help them identify and focus their career goals.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

To be considered for Partners in Science, a student must be nominated by his or her high school, community-based organization, or pre-college science and technology program. Additionally, students should meet the following criteria:

• Complete the 10th or 11th grade by June 2008.
• Exhibit outstanding abilities and/or serious interest in science and/or technology.
• Participate in a variety of extracurricular activities.
• Exhibit the maturity level needed to work with science professionals.

WHAT'S EXPECTED

Students who are selected to participate in Partners in Science are expected to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Commit to participating 40 hours a week for eight weeks (June 27 to August 23).
• Provide their own transportation to the research site.
• Attend all bimonthly instructional workshops at Liberty Science Center.
• Present work at Liberty Science Center to staff, peers, mentors, teachers and parents during the final symposium event at the end of August.

HOW TO APPLY

High schools, community-based organizations, or pre-college science and technology programs can make Partners in Science available to their students by completing the following steps:

• Inform 10th and 11th graders of the program and determine their level of interest.
• Complete the nomination form on the Partners in Science brochure and mail it by February 22, 2008. | Download Brochure
  
• Upon receiving the form, Liberty Science Center will mail or email an application packet to each candidate.
• Completed applications are due by March 19, 2008.

Participants will receive a $750.00 stipend upon completion of all program requirements.

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