BACKGROUND: The Partners in Research program provides first-hand research experiences for medical, pharmacy, and African-American undergraduate students. METHODS: During ten weeks, students participate in on-going cancer research, weekly educational sessions, two observational clinic sessions, and at least one patient support-community outreach clinic. RESULTS: Over the past six years the program has enrolled 155 students. Surveys indicate that most students give the course high ratings and would recommend the course to their peers. Follow-up shows their continued interest in research. CONCLUSIONS: The program will encourage students to pursue careers in cancer research and provide a solid base of knowledge to future health care professionals.
BACKGROUND: The Partners in Research program provides first-hand research experiences for medical, pharmacy, and African-American undergraduate students. METHODS: During ten weeks, students participate in on-going cancer research, weekly educational sessions, two observational clinic sessions, and at least one patient support-community outreach clinic. RESULTS: Over the past six years the program has enrolled 155 students. Surveys indicate that most students give the course high ratings and would recommend the course to their peers. Follow-up shows their continued interest in research. CONCLUSIONS: The program will encourage students to pursue careers in cancer research and provide a solid base of knowledge to future health care professionals.
Authors: Wayne D Newhauser; Michael E Scheurer; Jessica M Faupel-Badger; Jessica Clague; Jeffrey Weitzel; Kendra V Woods Journal: J Cancer Educ Date: 2012-05 Impact factor: 2.037
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