Western Oklahoma State College will host the “Summer
Academy in Plant Biology and Genomics” again this summer for
students will be in 8th or 9th grade next year. Students selected
for the academy will study plant biology using a curriculum that
integrates mathematics, science and technology education with field
experiences The summer academy is free of charge and includes
staying in Western’s residence halls from June 16-20.
Including an entry-level course in DNA science, this academy is
designed especially for highly motivated students interested in
expanding their knowledge of basic genetics and cell biology.
Students are immersed in an environment of hands-on activities and a
group research project on genetically modified foods. Laboratory
experiments are designed to increase genetic literacy, encourage
critical and creative thinking, and spark interest in the field of
biotechnology. Through cloning and expressing Green Fluorescent
Protein (GFP), students work to extract and purify a jellyfish
protein from genetically engineered bacteria.
The academy was funded through a grant awarded by the Oklahoma State
Regents for Higher Education with additional funding from the Samuel
Roberts Noble Foundation. See brochure and application below. For
more information contact Elizabeth Wallace at 580-477-7761 or
elizabeth.wallace@wosc.edu.
Summer Science Academy:
Brochure
Application
