SHE Oncology

SHE in Oncology runs for 2 weeks in Mid-July, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m 

July 14-25, 2025 Monday through Friday, 9am-1pm

2025 Applications open January 27

The University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center’s Summer Healthcare Experience (SHE) in Oncology Program aims to empower Michigan high school student leaders of any gender identity who have demonstrated a commitment to improving gender diversity in medicine with experiences, activities and discussions that introduce them to the incredible breadth of career and leadership opportunities in the field of oncology. Oncology is the branch of medicine concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and study of cancer. SHE specifically seeks applications from young women and their allies with an interest in science and medicine, including those who identify as underrepresented in the sciences (i.e., racial or ethnic minority, low income, first-generation college-bound, and/or living with a disability). Applicants must be a current sophomore, junior, or senior from a Michigan high school.

PROGRAM DATES:

Weekdays, July 14 – 25, 2025; 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

There will also be an ON CAMPUS 2 day orientation and research bootcamp beginning 5pm Sunday, June 15 through 5pm Tuesday, June 17. Dormitory housing and meals will be provided. This session is strongly recommended but not required if there are extenuating circumstances the preclude students from attending. 

PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS: 

The University of Michigan is pleased to enroll up to 20 SHE trainees. They will complete all program activities in collaboration with peers enrolled through the University of Kentucky, University of Chicago, University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Texas at Austin. 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

•         Full-time Michigan high school student at time of application

•         Strong interest in a career in scientific research or medicine

•         Ability to commit to two full weeks of programming

TO APPLY

Submit the online application form by 11:59 p.m. EST on Monday, March 24, 2025:  Be prepared to answer the following prompts (limit 250 words each):

•          Of the various learning opportunities related to careers in science and medicine, why have you chosen to apply to SHE? For example, you might discuss how the program relates to your academic and career plans, the nature of your interest in cancer, or what you hope to gain from the experience.

•          What qualities and experiences do you have that best prepare you for the scientific and professional demands of this program?

•      Scientific progress depends on diverse expertise and perspectives. Tell us about an aspect of your own perspective, viewpoint, or lived experience that is important to you, and describe how it shapes the way you would learn from and contribute to the SHE in Oncology community.

•         Is there anything else important for us to know about you?

Arrange for a teacher, coach, employer, or other appropriate individual to complete the online applicant recommendation form by 11:59 p.m. EST by Monday, March 31, 2025 

This is a virtual program is hosted by cancer centers across the country, and made possible with a grant from the 

National Institute of Health, Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA)

Questions? Email our team at RogelTrEC@med.umich.edu