What: In this program led by USC STEM students, we will be providing high school students with opportunities geared towards understanding public health. The focus of this course will be on studying the determinants of health on micro and macro level and research methods in the field of public health. Students will also gain insight into STEM careers through various guest speakers. Other related topics will include the role of the pandemic, social influence, environmental factors, and lawmaking in regards to public health.
Participants will receive certificates upon completion of the program.
DEADLINE: 11:59pm October 25th
When: Thursdays 5-6 PST (October 27th-December 7th)
Where: Zoom and Google Drive
Who: All High School students are welcome and encouraged to participate
Why: This program will not only enrich you knowledge about the public health, but it will also guide you with further exploration of your future goals and provide you with a valuable extracurricular activity. You will also gain access to events and resources provided by the K-12 STEM Center at USC Viterbi and make long-lasting connections with your USC student mentors and faculty.
If you have any questions, please contact Rojan Javaheri at
rjavaher@usc.edu