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Program Description
On Campus Discoveries in Science: A Science Preparation Program in Biotechnology in
Support of New York City Teachers and Students is a three year project funded by the
National Science Foundation designed to broaden the impact and effectiveness of science
education in New York City. This innovative project aimed at middle and high school
teachers and their students seeks to strengthen science teaching and broaden the pipeline
of qualified science students.
The On Campus Discoveries program includes A Summer Institute for high school teachers
in the techniques and research applications of biotechnology. The institute will enhance
the teachers own knowledge of biotechnology and help them present the material to
their students in a clear and up-to-date way. The program also provides opportunities
for high school students to have hands-on instruction in college science laboratories,
the implementation of an innovative course in the teaching of biotechnology, and the
development of virtual enterprise career simulations embedded in biology courses for
biotechnology students.
Kingsborough Community College and Brooklyn College, both units of the City University of New York, previously developed
and implemented a joint program leading to a 2-year, A.S. Biotechnology degree from Kingsborough and then a seamless transfer to Brooklyn College for completion
of either a B.A. or B.S. degree in biology (see detailed curriculum and project personnel). The program is designed for high school graduates who wish to gain job-related
skills for immediate employment in the biotechnology industry. Students can also continue their studies toward a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Biological
Sciences at Brooklyn College, further enhancing their earning potential in the biotechnology field. The program's
content is based on industry needs determined by direct contact with local and national
Biotech companies.
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NSF # 1205013