Missouri AHEC Science and Health (M*A*S*H) Camps aim to help students with an existing interest in healthcare develop related experiences and increase talent in biology, chemistry, physics, and other sciences prior to high school coursework. M*A*S*H camps are two or three-day “hands-on” science and health summer day camps for students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, presented by faculty from area high schools and colleges. The goals are to generate interest in science and healthcare careers, involve students in “hands-on” learning experiences, and expose students to the variety of healthcare careers available.
Faculty from area high schools and colleges present an impressive instructional program that introduces students to the fascinating world of science, using hands-on activities. Fees ($20-$25) include 2-3 days of instruction, classroom materials, lunch & snacks, t-shirt, group photo and more. Students participate in:
2008 Summer M*A*S*H camps Call our office for more information 1-877-303-2938.
June 17-18 - Marion County (Hannibal) FULL
July 9, 10 & 11 - Linn County (Brookfield & Marceline activity days) FULL
July 21-23 - Macon County (Macon) FULL
July 30-31 - Lincoln County (Troy) FULL
July 29-31 - Adair County (Kirksville) FULL
2007 Summer M*A*S*H camps were held in
July 11 & 12, 2007 - Milan & Unionville, MO (combined camp - $ 20 registration fee)
July 16, 17, & 18, 2007 - Macon, MO ($25 registration fee)
MEDICAL EXPLORATIONS IN SCIENCE & ANATOMY: MESA allows highschool and undergraduate students to participate in lecture and dissection lab under the guidance of Anatomy Fellows of A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. These are high quality programs that boost student experience, confidence and knowledge base. Programs take place at the Kirksville TCRC and are broadcast to several locations around MO.
Date: January 28, 2008 - 4:30-6:30pm "No Bones About It - A Look at the Musculoskeletal System" Includes demonstraton of osteopathic manipulation therapy and dissection of musculo-skeletal system of the mink.
Date: March 24, 2008 - 4:30-6:30pm "Baby Talk - The Perpetuation of Life" Includes lecture on the femal reproductive system and dissection of pregnant pig uterus and ovary.
Date: April 28, 2008 - 4:30-6:30pm "Organ Transplantation - Why Organs Fail & the Organ Donation Process" Includes dissection of kidney.
Location: all MESA workshops will be held at Kirksville TCRC
Cost: $10 to off-set cost of dissection specimens - This program is provided in part by an agreement with A.T. Still Unversity of Health Sciences/Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and funds from the Bureau of Health Professions of the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) (Cooperative Agreement #10-U77-HP03042-10-01)
See/print the announcment at right to register.
NEW 2007 WORKSHOP --- DENTAL CAREERS 101: This workshop is designed to give high school students a hands-on experience exploring dental careers. Activities include lecture regarding the oral cavity and tooth anatomy; a review of common dental pathology (with slides); overview of dental career functions; discussion of dental instruments and their uses, a panel discussion with three dental providers; and hands-on stations. During the stations, students will work in groups of four to 1) practice using instruments to remove calculus from a typodont (mouth model); 2) learn to conduct a proper oral exam; 3) learn basic dental charting; and 4) take a quick-set dental impression from a typodont. Instruction will be provided by a registered dental hygienist, student hygienists, and AHEC health educators.
Date: Call to see about 2008 scheduling options
Cost: NO CHARGE - This program is provided in part by an agreement with A.T. Still Unversity of Health Sciences/Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and funds from the Bureau of Health Professions of the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) (Cooperative Agreement #10-U77-HP03042-10-01)