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Oncofertility Saturday Academy
A Northwestern University and Young Women's Leadership Charter School Science Partnership
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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE 2009 GRADUATES OF THE ONCOFERTILITY SATURDAY ACADEMY OF CHICAGO!
On Thursday, March 12, 2009, the Northwestern University and Young Women's Leadership Charter School communities celebrated the successful completion of the Oncofertility Saturday Academy for the third consecutive year. The 29 student participants shared personal reflections to describe the profound impact this program made to their lives. To recognize the students’ dedication and commitment, throughout the duration of the program, they each received a certificate of completion and a patch to be worn proudly on their lab coats.
The Oncofertility Saturday Academy greatly appreciates all the faculty and staff from both academic institutions who contributed their time and effort to this program. Please watch the "Thank You OSA Video" to view the names of the all individuals who played key roles in providing this program to the 29 high school girls from Young Women’s Leadership Charter School.
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The Oncofertility Saturday Academy (OSA) is a two-year science program offered by Northwestern University. The first year of the program is the Junior Oncofertility Saturday Academy (JOSA) and it focuses on the basic science of oncofertility. The second year of the program is the Senior Oncofertility Saturday Academy (SOSA) and it focuses on the clinical application of oncofertility. This science program was designed specifically for the junior and senior high school girls of Young Women's Leadership Charter School (YWLCS) to:
· Learn and apply science concepts and inquiry skills by doing hands-on laboratory and clinical activities.
· Explore the variety of academic programs and career choices in the fields of science and medicine.
· Develop mentoring relationships with graduate and medical school students, scientists, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals.
Also, this science program was designed specifically for the parents/guardians of the participants to:
· Develop their awareness, knowledge, and skills to support their daughters’ interests and pursuits in science and medicine
Oncofertility Saturday Academy Video
Download OSA Flyer and 2009 Schedule
Download the Junior OSA Application
Download the Senior OSA Application
For more information, please contact:
Megan Faurot, MEd
Director of Education Programs
Institute for Women's Health Research
Northwestern University
Feinberg School of Medicine
Work Phone: 312-503-1783
Cell Phone: 773-960-6173
Fax: 312-503-1764
Email: m-faurot@northwestern.edu
Kylie Vadnais
Biology Teacher
Young Women’s Leadership Charter School
Work Phone: 312-949-9400
Cell Phone: 651-587-6445
Fax: 312-949-9142
Email: kvadnais@ywlcs.org
