Why the LEAH Knox Scholars Program?

 
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Why create the leah knox scholars program?

The NIH-SEPA-funded LEAH Knox Scholars Biomedical Research supports a group of top science students from school systems in the greater Boston area including: Boston, Cambridge, and Everett high schools. These students will be engaged, supported, and encouraged to grow their interest in science through a two-year, multi-industry partnership that provides a high-level experiential learning opportunities in the sciences.

LEAH Knox Scholars Components:

• First summer: Intensive lab experience at MIT

• Second summer: Support with application and possible placement in external university or industry lab

• School year:

  • Access to LEAH’s paid STEM Teaching Internship

  • Individual mentorship from STEM professional

  • Monthly STEM events (career panels, lab visits, etc.)

  • College visits and comprehensive college readiness support

All LEAH Knox program activities are paid by stipend.

LEAH KNox Goal: 

The overall goal of LEAH Knox is to support students interested in scientific research careers by providing them with the knowledge, skills, experience and mentorship needed to succeed. LEAH Knox Scholars offers a comprehensive set of experiences designed to expose students to science, teaching, leadership, and provide them with important personal relationships and career mentors.

 Apply to be a LEAH Knox Youth Leader

Applications are typically open from January - March annually. The 2025 application has officially closed, thank you so much to this year’s applicants!