C.A.R.E
Cultural and Academic Research Experience
The C.A.R.E. program aims to increase the number of Native American and underrepresented students (low income, disabled, etc.)Â in science, technology, engineer, math, and medical (STEMM) fields by engaging high school students at an earlier age (15+ years) through culturally relevant training in chemistry, biology, and healthcare fields.
Recruitment of High School Students for Summer 2021 Program
Check out the official NAU CARE website.
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https://nau.edu/chem-biochem/care/
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Eligibility for CARE
Low income families and underrepresented students (Black, Hispanic, Native American, disabled, etc.)
15+ years by June 15, 2021 *under 15 will be determined on case-by-case basis
Students must be available for 90% of the sessions. *prior approval for absences are required
Interested in science, technology, engineer, math, and/or medical fields
Parental/guardian supervision (virtual programs)
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Due to the ongoing pandemic, the SUMMER 2021 program will be offered both as VIRTUAL (15-18 years old) and IN-PERSON (18+ years only) options​
All students will receive hands-on research experience and professional development (resume writing, college applications, etc.)
All participants in good standing will receive a $1,500 stipend at the end of the summer program.
All supplies are covered by the program.
All programs will run for 4 weeks from July 5 - 30, 2021
All students must be available from 9am - 4pm MST/PST. - Breaks will be provided throughout the day
IN-PERSON students (18+ years) will learn laboratory and research techniques in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry on the NAU Flagstaff campus
IN-PERSON students MUST have residency/lodging in the Flagstaff area - the CARE program does not provide housing
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Select ONE program (we will confirm eligibility).
Summer 1 - Virtual chemistry curriculum for NEW summer students
Summer 2 - Virtual biology and health sciences for RETURNING students
IN-PERSON - for 18+ years by June 15, 2021 (new and returning)
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To APPLY fill out the application below:
http://nau.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bP0sRu8Cn68nt7o
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For more information, contact the CARE staff.
Mr. Erik Peaches - CARE Program Coordinator: erp39@nau.edu
Dr. Naomi Lee - CARE Program Director: naomi.lee@nau.edu or (928) 523-7379
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Students can seek additional opportunities through the ACS-Project SEED website.
https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/students/highschool/seed/virtual-summer-camp.html
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https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/education/students/highschool/seed.html
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The CARE program is supported by the the NIH National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) and the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA).
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2020-2021 Academic Year Programming
The CARE application is CLOSED and all positions are filled.
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The CARE website will be moving to an official NAU platform in March 2021.
Please fill out this application.
Please check back in mid-March 2021 to apply for the summer programs.
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Questions can be directed to the Program Assistant, Mr. Skyler Bordeaux at sjb625@nau.edu, or the Program Director, Dr. Naomi Lee at naomi.lee@nau.edu or call 928-523-7379.
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2020-2021 CARE program details
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1. Virtual monthly sessions will be held 3-6 pm MST/ 4-7pm MDT. Most will fall on the first Wednesday of each month.
2. Professional development and scientific speaker with hands-on activities
3. ALL students that participate will receive $500 at the end of each semester.
4. Supplies and electronic devices such as Chrome books and WiFi hot spots may be available to student in need along with their stipends - WiFi hot spots must be returned at the end of the program
5. ACS-CARE students may have the opportunity to participate in SUMMER programming. (See 2021 Summer Program below)
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The Academic Year (2020-2021) schedule is below.
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September 9: Orientation - COVID-19 101
October 7: Biology and Building Mentoring Relationships
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November 4: Ecological Knowledge and College Applications
December 2: Chemical Engineering and Educational Leadership.
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Spring 2021 - Tentative Dates and Topics
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January 13: Family Health Care and Summer Opportunities
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February 3: Cardiovascular Diseases and Peer Mentoring
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March 3: Neuroscience and Peer Mentoring
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April 7: Neuroscience and Freshman Year 101
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May 5: Graduation Ceremony
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See below for eligibility prior to application.
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