High School Interns Arrive at Forsyth for Summer of 2023

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What got you interested in this program?

Initially, I heard about Forsyth through the BioBuilders apprenticeship program that I completed; however, it is my passion and curiosity for biotechnology and public health that propelled me into pursuing the program.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

After exploring Forsyth’s accomplishments pertaining to public health, I am excited to apply my knowledge from this summer’s lab experiences toward bettering the health of people in my community.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I run a 13:07 in the 2mile, but I’m going to get sub 13 minutes next season!

What got you interested in this program?

I’ve wanted to find a job or a hobby that kept me occupied while also exploring my interests. I noticed that this internship would allow me to learn further about science, but more specifically microbiology. With the labs I have done at my school, I would like to expand my knowledge with this internship.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I’m most excited to learn about immunology and microbiology. I believe that this internship can help me experience and learn about these topics this summer so I can pursue a possible science career down the line.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I reported on a football game at Fenway Park in the media box within the stadium!

What got you interested in this program?

I want to be a Dentist so I thought it was interesting for me to explore this so I learn more about it and dive more into it.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I am so excited to work on teeth, and to get more into oral health.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I am the first daughter and the first granddaughter from my mother’s family side.

What got you interested in this program?

When I first applied to Forsyth Student Scholars, I hoped to broaden my knowledge and understanding of research and the various areas of science that I could potentially explore. After completing one summer of FSS (’22), I now seek to venture deeper into specific niches of science, such as microbiology and materials science, as these are where my interests lie.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I am super excited to learn about different aspects of microbiology, such as culturing and experimenting with bacteria.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I used to play the saxophone!

What got you interested in this program?

I guess the opportunity to set new responsibilities and goals for myself to become a more independent student caught my interest. Not to mention the fact that I love working with people collaboratively and learning about new sciences every step of the way.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I am most excited to learn things about endocrinology, cells, immunology, or something that is most interesting to me and to my group in order to work accordingly.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I strive to learn new things in a program or school and find a way to apply that to other jobs to meet my personal expectations, and job interests. I also have good leadership skills and I love to socialize with people whenever I get the chance! (I can get quite nervous, however.)

What got you interested in this program?

I became interested in the program after learning that Forsyth is one of the few programs that allow high school students to conduct research in a laboratory setting. I love how supportive the mentors and coordinators seem to be, and it truly seems like a great experience to do over the summer.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I am excited to learn many of the lab techniques and how to conduct research. I am especially excited to learn more about dental medicine, as that is a field that I have yet to touch upon.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

A fun fact about myself is that my favorite food is sushi!

What got you interested in this program?

Due to my interest in science, I attended Forsyth’s remote February Break camp during the pandemic. I greatly enjoyed the content and environment, which then motivated me to apply for the Forsyth Student Scholars Program.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I am most excited to gain further bench research experience, develop my critical thinking skills, and explore new areas of science, all while being surrounded by like-minded individuals. Additionally, after taking higher level science classes this year, I am excited to have the opportunity to apply the scientific knowledge I have learned in school to the real world.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

When I was on the Alaskan coast, there was an 8.2 magnitude earthquake and a tsunami warning. Thankfully, the potential tsunami did not come to fruition.

What got you interested in this program?

I became interested in this program from my science teacher who thought it would be a great fit for me.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I am excited to learn about the different lab techniques and applications that will aid me in a stem career in the future.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I love playing card games and board games!

What got you interested in this program?

My anatomy teacher told me about this program and throughout my junior year my love for science grew even more as I decided to double up on science classes. I thought this would be a great opportunity to pursue my passion for science outside of school.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

This summer I am most exited to learn how a lab environment really works out side of a classroom setting. I’m exited to gain more confidence in my skills and develop some independence through working in a more professional setting.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

One fun fact about me is that I was born inside of a car.

What got you interested in this program?

I heard about this program through the Wampanoag tribe and I was intrigued by the promise of an immersive lab experience unlike any of the other internship opportunities available.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I am most interested in learning the many research techniques taught in the program that I wouldn’t have been able to learn without this incredible opportunity; I am also excited to dive into the complex field that is dental research, an area that I feel is incredibly interesting and is something I haven’t had much exposure to.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I love to surf year round.

What got you interested in this program?

I want to complete research in the medical field.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

I want to gain more experience in research and learn what processes and discussions take place in a laboratory setting.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I love to play guitar in my free time.

What got you interested in this program?

What piqued my interests about this program is the opportunity in scientific research. Forsyth enables me to further explore my curiosities in science and get a taste of what a career in research would be like.

What are you most excited to learn this summer at Forsyth?

During the program, I’m looking forward to digging deeper into science and receiving an extraordinary learning experience separate from a classroom. I’m also excited to pursue questions of my own, in the lab alongside experienced professionals.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I love to “ugly dance!” I play a random song and dance in the worst ways imaginable. Throughout my life, dancing has been the perfect escape from stress, a long night of homework, or a fun confidence boost.