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830 Westview Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30314
P R O G R A M B O O K L E T
STEP #1
Educate yourself.
Thank you for your interest in the 2017 Morehouse College Summer Academy. We areexcited about the variety of programs offered this year and believe you will find one that willprovide an exciting and valuable educational experience for you child.
Program descriptions are provided according to the school or college education level.Feel free to scroll down and see each program description which provides overview andcontact information.
We hope that you will join us for a rich and memorable summer experience on the campus ofMorehouse College!
Dean Alvin DardenDean Alvin DardenDirector, Morehouse College Summer [email protected]
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
GENERAL INFORMATION / SUMMER ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
DISCLAIMERThe Academy Office has no control over application deadlines set by individual program directors. In some cases, these deadlines are governedby their funding source. Morehouse College does not discriminate in admissions policies and educational programs on the basis of race, color,age, religion, national origin, or persons with disabilities.
Morehouse College Summer Academy provides an enriching blend of academic opportunityand social engagement to middle school, high school, and college students to advance theirstudies and interest on subject areas in the sciences, arts, and technology fields. Each programsis independently run and sponsored
This living-learning experience offers to incoming juniors and seniors in high school theopportunity to experience life on campus, attend intellectually rigorous, “college-style” classes,and gain skills and confidence as they prepare for college . Each program offers a wide range ofsubjects that will engage and expand student interests as well as deepen their knowledge andunderstanding of college life.
Aside from the academic aspects of each program offered, there are a multitude ofextra-curricular activities to learn more about the Atlanta area and the history of Morehouse.In addition to the daily “mini-Core” classes, students also participate in workshop sessions ontopics such as SAT preparation, financial aid options, leadership and career choices.
Morehouse College Student Health Services Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Extended Hours: 5:00 pm – 10:00 p.m. Saturday Hours 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 404-215-2637Email: [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE:Morehouse College serves as the host of all the Summer Academy programs. Each program isrun independently of the College and of the College’s policies and procedures as it relates to thecurriculum.
For detailed program information, and questions, please contact the Directors and ProgramCoordinators listed under each program on the following pages.
Non-Residential
FUN WEIRD SCIENCE – SUMMER OF INNOVATION
Dates: June 12, 2017 – June 30, 2017
Overview: Fun Weird Science is the programming brand for Georgia Science & RoboticsAcademy, Inc. (501c3). Our mission is to train K-12th grade students to be proficient ineach component of S.T.E.A.M. through innovative instruction that will producecreative-minded and critical thinking participants in the global marketplace. Join usthis summer as we seek to inspire rising 3rd – 7th grade students.
Sponsors: Georgia Science & Robotics Academy, Inc.
Eligibility: 3rd – 7th grade students.
Housing: N/A – Commuter Program 9:00am – 4:00pm Daily
Curriculum: STEMnasium (June 12, 2017 – June 16, 2017) Students will engage in a one week fullimmersion of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math enrichment to includebut not limited to: aeronautics, app making, chemistry, computer coding andengineering design.
Robotics and Programming (June 19, 2017- June 23, 2017) Students will engage in aone week full immersion of robotics and programming enrichment to include but notlimited to: Sphero, Mindstorm NXT, Makey Makey, music production, Scratch and SeaPerch.
Innovation (June 26, 2017 - June 30, 2017) Students will engage in a one week fullimmersion of creating and making things that solve problems; promotes new thinkingand simply puts a smile of the face of the creator.
Cost: $175 plus $25 registration fee per week
Application Materials:
Online registration www.funweirdscience.com
Application Deadline:
June 5, 2017 or until all slots are filled
Contact: Ronnie Thomas [email protected]
Dates: May 30, 2017 - June 30, 2017
Overview: Morehouse College iSTEM is an academic program designed for grades 6-8 toincrease their exposure to innovation and creativity in the STEM disciplines. iSTEMaddresses the need to increase underrepresented minority students in the STEMworkforce by inspiring, encouraging, supporting, and creating student interest inSTEM at the secondary level. They are now rising 8th-10th graders
Sponsors: National Science Foundation (NSF)
Eligibility: Middle and High School
Housing: Does not apply. Commuter Program
Curriculum: Instructional classes in Algebra, English/Communications, Innovation, SAT Prep, Homework Sessions, Physical Fitness and a hands-on Project
Cost: There is no cost to participate in this program.
Application Materials:
• 2017 Online Application• Two (2) program solicited recommendation forms (will be emailed to the
recommender upon receipt of completed application)• Official academic transcript• Copy of most recent progress report
Application Deadline:
Received by 5:00 pm on Friday, April 7, 2017 (RIGID DEADLINE)
Contact: Cynthia Trawick ([email protected])
Tiffany Bussey ([email protected])
Willie Rockward ([email protected])
Jamie Clayton ([email protected])
Evelyn Sermons ([email protected])
Rhonda Grier ([email protected])
iSTEM
The STEM EnRICH Summer Academy
Dates: June 5, 2017 – July 7, 2017
Overview: The STEM EnRICH Summer Academy is designed for middle school students and highschool students who are seeking to strengthen and expand their scientificknowledge. A variety of science and engineering concepts will be introduced throughhands-on activities included in the rigorous STEM curriculum. The experientiallearning activities that occur during a nontraditional school setting afford studentsthe opportunity to have fun while they learn. Field trips to local STEM relatedmuseums and companies complement and reinforce the STEM curriculum.
Sponsors: Atlanta CARES
Eligibility: Middle School and High School Males and Females(Rising 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th Graders)
Housing: Does not apply. Commuter Program
Curriculum: The modules of the STEM curriculum include Apps design, robotics, graphic art design, filmmaking, computer science, financial literacy and entrepreneurship, and chess.
Students are advised to bring one of the following electronic devices each day:• Laptop Computer• iPad• Tablet
Cost: $50 non-refundable registration fee$180 per week tuition fee
Application Materials:
An application is required.The link to the online application is below.https://atlantacares.wufoo.com/forms/qs2lhvo1r66uca/
Application Deadline:
May 10, 2017
Contact: Brenda ColemanExecutive Director, Atlanta CARESPhone: 770-316-3487 [email protected]
Residential
THOMAS J. BLOCKER PRE-HEALTH SUMMER SCIENCE PROGRAM
Dates: June 3, 2017 - July 15, 2017
Overview: The Office of Health Professions at Morehouse College will conduct a rigorous six-weekhealth careers summer program for pre-freshman who have been accepted and plan toattend Morehouse College in the fall of 2017. The major objectives of the program are toimprove critical thinking, writing, math, test taking and problem solving skills. In additionstudents will be exposed to concepts in biology and seminars covering health related topics.
Sponsors: The Morehouse College Thomas J. Blocker Society and Health Professions Alumni
Eligibility: High school male seniors who have been accepted and plan to enroll at Morehouse Collegein the fall of 2017. These students should have test scores of at least 1000/1600 on the oldSAT or 1500/2400 on the new SAT, or a 22 overall ACT score. In addition, applicants shouldhave a minimum GPA of 3.0, and express an interest in a health career.
Housing: All participants are required to live on campus.
Curriculum:
Students will be registered in five courses that meet Monday through Thursday. The coursechoices are Mathematics (College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus I), English Composition101, Fundamentals in Critical Thinking, Advanced Critical Thinking and Analysis, GeneralBiology and Leadership for the 21st Century. There will also be seminars on adjusting tocollege life and the contributions of African and African-Americans to medicine and science.Students may receive Morehouse College credit in English 101, Advanced Critical Thinkingand Analysis, and mathematics if they earn grades of “B” or better in these subject areas.
Cost: There is no cost to students.
Application Materials:
Available Online & Per Invitation• Completed Application and Essay• Two letters of recommendation (one from a high school counselor and one from a
science teacher)
• Official academic transcript (preference given to honors and AP and IB courses), minimum overall GPA of 3.0
Application Deadline:
Friday, April 21, 2017
Scan and E-mail the application to: [email protected]: Letters of Recommendation should be scanned and e-mailed directly from the student’s high school
Contact: Dr. Ajit Samarasingh, [email protected]
COCA-COLA PRE-COLLEGE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Dates: June 10, 2017 - Friday, June 16, 2017
Overview: Since 1997, the Coca-Cola Pre-College Leadership Program at the Andrew Young Centerfor Global Leadership (formally known as the Leadership Center) at Morehouse College,the first of its kind at a historically black college and university (HCBU), has been a beaconin providing leadership training to high school students and college pre-freshmen. Forseven days each summer, students from high schools across the United States areintroduced to the traits, skills and behaviors necessary for effective 21st centuryleadership.
Sponsors: Coca-Cola Foundation
Eligibility: • Male students completing their sophomore or junior year of high school by June 2017 • Male students completing their senior year in high school who have applied for
admission to Morehouse College for Fall 2017 • Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) at the time we receive their
application
Housing: Residential Program
Curriculum: The curriculum is focused on personal and interpersonal leadership skills emphasizing thedevelopment of character, calling, connection and contribution. Training sessions arehighly interactive and diverse, including lectures, workshops, rituals, journaling andoutdoor leadership focused activities. During the week-long experience, each dayaccentuates a leadership principle (character, calling, connection and contribution). Theactivities emphasize self-awareness as a basis for better understanding of ethicalleadership practices in the 21st century. For many, the experience is life altering.
Cost: $400.00
Application Materials:
Visit the websites: http://www.morehouse.edu/aycgl
Application Deadline:
Friday, February 17, 2017
Contact: LaKetha D. Hudson - Program Coordinator [email protected]
PROCTER & GAMBLE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Dates: Saturday, June 17, 2017 - Friday, June 23, 2017
Overview: The Procter & Gamble Leadership Academy is designed to provide incomingMorehouse College freshmen with an engaging interactive learning environment.This program provides an opportunity through which participants can understandthe theoretical and practical principles of leadership and professionalism and howthe principles are applied in one’s life.
Sponsors: Proctor & Gamble
Eligibility: Male students completing their senior year in high school who have applied for admission to Morehouse College for the Fall of 2017
Housing: Residential Program
Curriculum: The Procter & Gamble Leadership Academy at the Andrew Young Center for GlobalLeadership at Morehouse College is a program designed to develop of leadershipskills through exposure, engagement, education, and exploration. The experientialbased program consists of classroom lectures, team projects, case studies, fieldtrips, and social and cultural events. Morehouse College faculty, staff and studentpeer-leaders facilitate and supervise all aspects of this 7-day summer residentialprogram.
Cost: $500.00 per participant
Application Materials:
Visit the websites: http://www.morehouse.edu/aycgl /Select: Program / Select Procter & Gamble Leadership Academy
Application Deadline:
Friday, May 12, 2017 (or until all slots are filled)
Contact: LaKetha D. Hudson - Program Coordinator [email protected]
Dates: Saturday, June 17, 2017 - Friday, June 23, 2017
Overview: The Summer Math and Science Honors Academy (SMASH) is a free of cost, STEM-intensivecollege preparatory program for underrepresented high school students of color. SMASH boastsa rigorous 5-week, 3-year summer, fully residential STEM enrichment program which providesaccess to STEM coursework and access to mentors, role models, and support networks ofstudents of color. Each summer, SMASH scholars spend five weeks on a college campus immersedin STEM and live among other high-potential, underrepresented (African American, Latino/a,Native American, Southeast Asian or Pacific Islander, low-income, first-in-family to attend college)high school students. In addition to their summer courses, SMASH scholars remain engagedduring the school year through monthly STEM workshops and academic programming. Thisincludes SAT prep, college counseling, financial aid workshops, and other activities to ensurecontinued academic success.
The program not only reinforces the students’ STEM academic identities, but also focuses ondeveloping their critical thinking, civic awareness, leadership and sense of social responsibility.
Sponsors: Level Playing Field Institute
Eligibility: 1. Grade Level: Be in the 9th grade at time of application.2. Math Skills: Have strong mathematics skills appropriate for your grade level, as determined
by the SMASH math assessment (administered to all SMASH applicants in March).3. Attend a public high school or private high school via scholarship.4. County Eligibility: Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett5. Applicants to SMASH: Morehouse College must identify as male.
Housing: Residential Program
Curriculum: The SMASH curriculum includes courses such as Math, Biology, Engineering Design Challenges (EDC), Computer Science (CS), Social Justice, Chemistry, Physics, SAT Prep, College Success, and more. Students receive a laptop to use during the summer academy.
Cost: FREE
Application Materials:
• Applicant and Parent/Guardian Information
• 500 Word Essay• 8th Grade Transcript• State Standardized Math test scores
& Georgia Milestones test scores
• Two Letters of Recommendation from current math and science teachers
• Income Verification: Proof of eligibility for free or reduced price lunch or the first two pages of parents'/guardians' most recent 1040 tax return
Application Deadline:
March 1, 2017
Contact: Dr. Brian Garrett - Site Director, SMASH Morehouse Collegee: [email protected] c: (919) 608-0556
Level Playing Field Institutee: [email protected]: (415) 946-3030
THE SUMMER MATH AND SCIENCE HONORS ACADEMY (SMASH)
NUCLEAR, MATERIALS, SPACE SCIENCES (NUMASS) SUMMER PROGRAM
Dates: May 31, 2017 - July 1, 2017 (6 Weeks)
Overview: The Morehouse NuMaSS Summer Program is a powerful four-week experience forrising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders who have a desire and/or aptitude to pursue anundergraduate degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM).Rising 11th and 12th graders must be returning students only. Rising 11th graders musthave competed two years of the NuMaSS Program. Rising 12th graders must havecompleted two years of the NuMaSS Program. This science program caters to highschool students who desire an opportunity to engage in college courses and collegelaboratories, thus strengthening and reinforcing their fundamental science andmathematics skills. This program also gives students a greater understanding offundamental skills necessary to successfully transition from high school to college.Although open to all students from any geographical area, each participant must beliving in the Atlanta Metropolitan area for the duration of the program.
Sponsors: NASA Georgia Space Grant, NNSA Department of Energy, Morehouse Department of Physics
Eligibility: Rising 9th and 10th graders and returning 11th and 12th graders
Housing: Does not apply. Commuter Program
Curriculum: English, Mathematics, Physics, and a Research project
Cost: There is no cost to participate in this program. However, the academic rigor will require extensive sacrifice on the part of the student and parent(s). Depending on successful completion of the program, a merit stipend will be awarded.
Dr. Willie Rockward, Program Director; Ms. Kiandra Johnson, Assistant [email protected]
Application Materials:
• 2017 Online Application, go to: • Two program solicited recommendation forms (will be emailed to the
recommender upon receipt of completed application)
• Official academic transcript• Copy of most recent progress report
Application Deadline:
Received by 5:00 pm on Friday, March 15, 2016 (RIGID DEADLINE)
Contact: Ms. Kiandra Johnson470-639-0219
THE PRE-FRESHMAN SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (PSEP)
Dates: June 10, 2017 – June 21, 2017
Overview: The Pre-Freshman Summer Enrichment Program (PSEP) is a dynamic six-week academicenhancement and college readiness program that offers pre-freshmen a challengingand rewarding experience on the historic campus of Morehouse College. This summerprogram is designed to strengthen participants’ academic skills, study habits and timemanagement skills to prepare them for the challenging academic environment they willencounter during their matriculation at Morehouse.
PSEP will offer a limited number of students, NOT recommended to the program, an advance opportunity to prepare for the rigors of Morehouse by challenging and supporting them as they navigate the transition from high school to college.Participating in PSEP also allows students to become familiar with the campus and Atlanta community prior to their fall semester. Therefore, they get a head start on familiarizing themselves with their new home away from home before their peers.
Sponsors: N/A
Eligibility: Pre-College Freshmen
Housing: Residential Program
Curriculum: Each student will be placed in two of the following course offerings: Basic Math,College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, English Composition. Based on his academicperformance in the courses, the student is eligible for 6 (six) college credits if he earns afinal grade of C or higher. These credits will be applied towards the hours needed toobtain a degree from Morehouse College.
Cost: $3500 per participant
Application Materials:
PSEP registration form
Application Deadline:
Registration and full payment deadline is Monday, May 29, 2017.
Contact: Alvin [email protected]
Jamila Lynn [email protected]
GREATER ORLANDO UPWARD BOUND MATH-SCIENCE PROGRAM
Dates: June 4, 2017 – June 30, 2017
Overview: The Greater Orlando Upward Bound Math and Science Program (GOUBMS) isdesigned to strengthen the math and science skills of participating students. The goalof the program is to help students recognize and develop their potential to excel inmath and science and to encourage them to pursue postsecondary degrees in mathand science, and ultimately careers in the math and science profession.
Sponsors: United States Department of Education
Eligibility: High School (9th – 12th grade)
Housing: Residential program
Curriculum: The program provides summer programs with intensive math and science training;year-round counseling and advisement; exposure to university faculty members whodo research in mathematics and the sciences; computer training; and participant-conducted scientific research under the guidance of faculty members or graduatestudents, who are serving as mentors; education or counseling services designed toimprove the financial and economic literacy of students; and programs and activitiespreviously mentioned that are specially designed for students who are limited Englishproficient, students from groups that are traditionally underrepresented inpostsecondary education, students with disabilities, students who are homelesschildren and youths, students who are in foster care or are aging out of foster caresystem or other disconnected students.
Cost: There is no cost for this program
Application Materials:
Application information is secured directly from the Morehouse College TRIO office
Application Deadline:
Rolling admission
Contact: Brock Mayers [email protected]
Residential
MSEIP PRE-FRESHMAN STEM SUMMER PROGRAM
Dates: May 15, 2017 – June 8, 2017 Four-week (4) Online bridge programJune 23, 2017 – July 7, 2017 Two-week (2) Residential program
Overview: Online Bridge Program:This online program provides proven learning strategies that help students: transition from high school to the rigors of college; understand what skill sets are needed to be successful in college; and ultimately increase students’ college GPAs. Residential Summer Residential Summer Program:The pre-freshman Residential Summer Program is an engaging, hands-on two week program for pre-freshman STEM majors who: complete the four-week Online Bridge Program; earned required earmarked Residential Rewards Points; and are selected by our faculty panel.
Sponsors: Department of Education, Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program (MSEIP)
Eligibility: All high school seniors who have been accepted and plan to enroll at Morehouse College in the fall of 2017. Upon registration, students must declare a major in one of the sciences, which includes biology, chemistry, physics, computer science, dual degree engineering, mathematics or psychology and be interested in pursuing a career in science.
Housing: Residential
Curriculum: Components of the Online Bridge Program consist of: • Online Scientific Literacy course completed at home (www.scientificliteracycenter.org). • Weekly webinars facilitated by faculty, staff and Morehouse College administrators
Components of this Residential Program consist of: • Conducting a research/design project in Morehouse College Makerspace Exploration Center • Personalized mentorships by Morehouse faculty • Opportunities to present at conferences and/or competitions.
Cost: There is no cost to participate in this program.
Application Materials:
Please click here to register and receive additional information.
Application Deadline:
May 15, 2017
Contact: Dr. Lycurgus L. MuldrowDirector of Research & Integrative Activities470-639-0351 [email protected]
Alicia ThomasAssistant Director, [email protected]
PROJECT IMHOTEP
Dates: May 22, 2017 – August 4, 2017
Overview: Project: IMHOTEP is an eleven-week internship designed to increasethe knowledge and skills of student trainees in biostatistics, epidemiology, andoccupational safety and health. The program begins with two weeks of intenseeducational training. The purpose of this training is to equip interns with theacademic coursework and information necessary to complete the program. Duringthe following eight weeks, interns conduct public health research with experts at theCDC, NIMR, Academic Institutions, State Agencies, and various other public healthagencies and community based organizations. Interns also receive a $3,500 stipend,lodging, and travel to and from their site location and city of origin.
Sponsors: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Eligibility: • Current junior, senior, or recent graduate (within one year) of an undergraduate institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher.• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Housing: Residential
Curriculum: The program begins with two weeks of didactic public health coursework, followedby nine weeks of practical hands-on experience, an oral presentation, posterpresentation, and submission of a written manuscript suitable for publication in ascientific journal. Interns participate in a wide variety of seminars, workshops, andeducational initiatives throughout the summer and are also required to complete 16hours of community service. Interns receive research support and consultation indata analysis and other project requirements.
Cost: Interns will receive a $3,500 stipend, lodging, and travel to and fromtheir site location and city of origin.
ApplicationMaterials:
Online application Transcript, resume Two (2) letters of recommendations Biographical narrative
ApplicationDeadline:
April 24, 2017
Contact: Cynthia Trawick [email protected] Clayton [email protected] Sermons [email protected] Jenkins [email protected]
PUBLIC HEALTH LEADER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Dates: May 22, 2017 – August 4, 2017
Overview: Morehouse College Public Health Leader Fellowship Program is a ten week internshipdesigned to better prepare highly qualified underrepresented minority students for entryinto graduate programs at schools of public health, allied, and biomedical sciences forcareers to serve populations disproportionately affected by HIV, viral hepatitis, STD andTB. The program begins with 2 weeks of intense educational training, followed by8 weeks of practical hands-on experience, an oral presentation, poster presentation, andsubmission of a written manuscript suitable for publication in a scientific journal.
Sponsors: Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - National Center for HIV/AIDS,Viral Hepatitis, STD and TB Prevention
Eligibility: • Current junior, senior, or recent graduate (within one year) of an undergraduate institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
Housing: Residential
Curriculum: The program begins with two weeks of didactic public health coursework, followed bynine weeks of practical hands-on experience, an oral presentation, poster presentation,and submission of a written manuscript suitable for publication in a scientific journal.Interns participate in a wide variety of seminars, workshops, and educational initiativesthroughout the summer and are also required to complete 16 hours of communityservice. Interns receive research support and consultation in data analysis and otherproject requirements.
Cost: Interns will receive a $3,500 stipend, lodging, and travel to and fromtheir site location and city of origin.
ApplicationMaterials:
Online application Transcript, resume Two (2) letters of recommendations Biographical narrative
ApplicationDeadline:
April 24, 2017
Contact: Cynthia Trawick [email protected] Clayton [email protected] Sermons [email protected] Jenkins [email protected]
TADA SUMMER ENRICHMENT EXPERIENCETalent Assessment and Development Academy
Dates: May 15, 2017 - May 19, 2017
Overview: TADA is a 4-year learning academy open to all majors currently enrolled atMorehouse College. TADA is designed to be completed in a cohort format enablingparticipants with similar interests and strengths to develop hard and soft skills andcollaboratively explore potential careers in their discipline. In addition toworkshops and seminars throughout the year, TADA will host intensive bootcamps facilitated by faculty, executives, and alumni in January and May to prepareparticipants for impending internships and other experiential learning experiences.Moreover, the Academy will work with alumni and representatives from variousfields to sponsor and facilitate group and individual industry explorationexperiences in select cities.
Sponsors: UNCF- CPI (Career Pathways Initiative)- Grant Funded
Eligibility: First Year and Second Year Morehouse Students (Freshmen & Sophomores)
Housing: Living Learning Communities (LLC)
Curriculum: Professional Development & Career Readiness
Cost: There is no cost to participate in this program.
Application Materials:
• 2017 Online Application, go to: https://tinyurl.com/TADASummerExperience• Unofficial academic transcript• Most recent resume
Application Deadline:
Received by Noon Monday April 3, 2017
Contact: Bridget Baggett, [email protected]
RONALD E. MCNAIR POST-BACCALAUREATE ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM
Dates: May 29, 2017 – July 21, 2017
Overview: The Morehouse College Ronald E. McNair Post Baccalaureate Achievement Program is ayear round graduate school preparatory internship with an eight-week summer researchcomponent. The program is designed to prepare first generation undergraduatesdemonstrating strong academic potential for doctoral studies, through involvement inresearch and other scholarly activities. The program provides faculty mentored researchopportunities in the STEM and Psychology fields, opportunities to publish and/or presentresearch findings, and assistance with the graduate school application process. Primarily,the goal of the program is to increase the attainment of Ph.D. degrees by students fromunderrepresented segments of society. The Morehouse College McNair Programencourages participants to enroll in graduate programs and tracks their progress throughto the successful completion of advanced degrees.
Sponsors: U.S. Department of Education
Eligibility: High School (9th – 12th grade)
Housing: Residential program
Curriculum: The program provides summer programs with intensive math and science training;year-round counseling and advisement; exposure to university faculty members who doresearch in mathematics and the sciences; computer training; and participant-conductedscientific research under the guidance of faculty members or graduate students, who areserving as mentors; education or counseling services designed to improve the financial andeconomic literacy of students; and programs and activities previously mentioned that arespecially designed for students who are limited English proficient, students from groups thatare traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary education, students with disabilities,students who are homeless children and youths, students who are in foster care or are agingout of foster care system or other disconnected students.
Cost: There is no cost for this program
Application Materials:
NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:Application information is secured directly from Morehouse College TRIO office
Application Deadline:
Rolling admission
Contact: Brock Mayers [email protected]
Dates: May 30, 2017 - June 30, 2017
Overview: The D.R.E.A.M.S. to Teach Initiative main goal is to recruit African American men.The DR K-12 Pre-Service STEM Teacher Initiative is designed to integrate Science,Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education with a teacherpreparation program in order to develop well-equipped students in teacher preparationand secondary STEM teaching careers prior to entering college. The initiative is crucial toincreasing the number of highly trained, underrepresented African American males inK-12 STEM teaching careers as nearly half of our U.S. schools have no minority teachers(Johnson 2010; Villegas et al 2010). Their expertise in STEM education along with theposition as role models will greatly impact academic performance, which then translatesto high quality professionals.
Sponsors: The National Science Foundation (NSF)
Eligibility: • Citizenship requirements as defined by the NSF.• A demonstrated early interest in STEM careers during high school matriculation.• Show a potential for future professional success based on past accomplishments,
communication skills, and articulated interests• Score at least 1100 on the combined Mathematics and Critical Reading sections of
the new SAT or at least 600 on the Mathematics section.• GPA 2.7.• Financial need.
Housing: Yes
Curriculum: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)
Cost: N/A
Application Materials:
• 2017 Online Application, go to: • Two program solicited recommendation forms (will be emailed to the recommender
upon receipt of completed application)• Official academic transcript• Copy of most recent progress report
Application Deadline:
Received by 5:00 pm on Friday, March 15, 2016 (RIGID DEADLINE)
Contact: Cynthia Trawick, Program Director([email protected])Jamie Clayton ([email protected])Evelyn Sermons ([email protected])Albert Jenkins ([email protected])
THE DR K-12 PRE-SERVICE STEM TEACHER INITIATIVE
The mission of Morehouse College is to develop men with disciplined minds who will lead lives of leadership andservice. A private historically black liberal arts college for men, Morehouse realizes this mission by emphasizing theintellectual and character development of its students. In addition, the College assumes special responsibility forteaching the history and culture of black people.
Founded in 1867 and located in Atlanta, Georgia, Morehouse is an academic community dedicated to teaching,scholarship, and service, and the continuing search for truth as a liberating force. As such, the College offersinstructional programs in three divisions - business and economics, humanities and social sciences, as well asscience and mathematics – including extracurricular activities that: develop skills in oral and writtencommunications, analytical and critical thinking, and interpersonal relationships; foster an understanding andappreciation of world cultures, artistic and creative expression, and the nature of the physical universe.
MISSION
In 1867, two years after the Civil War ended, Augusta Theological Institute was established in the basement ofSpringfield Baptist Church in Augusta, Georgia. Founded in 1787, Springfield Baptist is the oldest independentAfrican American church in the United States. The school’s primary purpose was to prepare black men for ministryand teaching. Today, Augusta Theological Institute is Morehouse College, which is located on a 66-acre campus inAtlanta and enjoys an international reputation for producing leaders who have influenced national and worldhistory.
HISTORY
The year 2017 will be a special one as Morehouse College will celebrate a 150-year history of educating anddeveloping global leaders. In that century and a half, “Dear Old Morehouse” College has produced thousands ofmen who have contributed to world society in every way imaginable. The Morehouse legacy is a global story aboutmen who for 150 years have charted and changed the course of history. We are proud and privileged to be part ofthis moment in the College’s history and look forward to commemorating Morehouse College throughout thisSesquicentennial Celebration.
MOREHOUSE COLLEGE SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
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