Highschool
Initiative
WHAT IS IT?
Many high school students need guidance and support when deciding on programs to apply to and/or accept. This initiative is meant to provide students with a better understanding of our biology program at western through seminars, mentorship with upper year students, information sessions, hands-on activities, and a campus tour. High school students will have the opportunity to explore the many possible career paths the biology program leads to.​​
WHAT ARE
THE BENEFITS?
Learn more about the field(s) of biology they
are interested in pursuing
Gain a better understanding of how
application and scholarship processes work
Connect with upper year university students
who can answer questions related to their field
Meet other high schoolers that have similar
interests and goals
Learn more about Western, the campus,
student life, and resources for success
WANT TO JOIN THE FUN?
Participating Schools
We have welcomed students from several high schools across the London area, including:
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Mitchell District Highschool
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Catholic Central Secondary School
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Westminister Secondary School
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Sample Schedule
A typical visit runs as follows:
9:00 - 9:15 am – Arrival
9:15 - 9:45 am – BUGs presentation
10:00 - 11:00 am – Gel Electrophoresis Lab
11:30 - 12:20 am – Lunch: Q&A
12:20 - 1:00 pm – Dry Ice Show
1:10 - 2:00 pm – Campus tour
2:00 pm – Departure​
Interested in participating? If your school would like to take part please fill out our contact form.
This initiative runs annually from November to March.