49. [Career Exploration] Learn about a Biomedical and Cancer Research Program (PathMaker) available for all High School and Undergraduate Students at Huntsman Cancer Institute w/Elizabeth Morales

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Are you a student interested in learning more about Biomedical or Cancer Research? Are you a parent wanting to help your child one day pursue medical school?
Here is a great opportunity available for HIGH SCHOOL, UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS and even EDUCATORS. This is an invaluable experience especially for students and educators alike especially for underrepresented groups interested in pursuing careers in biomedical and cancer-related research. She brings her unique experiences and insights into her current role at the HUNTSMAN CANCER RESEARCH, where she champions diversity in biomedical and cancer research.
Elizabeth Morales, a first-generation student who achieved the seemingly impossible coming from humble beginnings, overcoming all hurdles to graduate from the University of Utah is now an advocate for first-generation students. She is the Programs Manager for PathMaker at The Huntsman Cancer Institute. She is currently working on enhancing the diversity pool to this amazing one-of-a-kind program.
We navigate through the application process for a two-year cancer research program that invites students throughout our country to apply! With travel, food and lodging included, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity. She also shares the importance of internships.
The conversation takes an interesting turn as we delve into the importance of diversity in job applications. Learn how students from under-represented communities can beat the odds through self-advocacy, perseverance, and a learning mindset.
About our guest:
Elizabeth Morales
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About the PathMaker Programs at Huntsman Cancer Research
Applications open up in January, but visit the page today so you can start learning about the program and be ready to apply when application opens!

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Chapters

1. Empowering First-Generation Students in Higher Education (00:00:00)

2. Encouraging Self-Advocacy in Biomedical Science (00:13:45)

3. Promoting Diversity in Job Applications (00:21:15)

4. Empowering Latino Students for Success (00:27:15)

5. Education and Resources (00:34:06)