Student Opportunities

The Greenwood Genetic Center’s Division of Education has a long history of providing outreach to students from middle school through post-graduate work who are interested in the field of genetics. GGC is dedicated to inspiring future scientists through a variety of programs.

Mobile Science Labs

Mobile Science Labs

GGC’s educational outreach program includes two vehicles bringing engaging activities and career exploration to middle and high schools across South Carolina. The Gene Machine Mobile Science Laboratory is a 41-foot mobile science lab that carries high-tech laboratory equipment and can accommodate up to 24 students onboard providing an opportunity for students to learn about genetic science while having hands-on fun. More recently, GGC has acquired a cargo van dubbed the Helix Express which allows the Center to expand its offerings and transport equipment for use in the classroom. For both programs, teachers may choose from multiple activities, which meet the requirements for STEM and South Carolina Science Standards.

Genetic Education Center

Genetic Education Center

Our Greenwood campus is home to a dedicated center for visiting student and other groups to learn more about the work of GGC as well as to participate in hands-on activities and a tour of GGC’s laboratories.

Internships

Internships

High school students are encouraged to apply for GGC’s one-day shadowing program. Participation in the program will expose the student to the many opportunities in clinical care, diagnostic testing and research in the field of genetics. A summer internship at Greenwood Genetic Center is available for qualifying college students. Seven stipend positions are available each summer lasting from 8-10 weeks. All applications will be considered; however, a preference is given to juniors and seniors. GGC faculty members will directly contact potential candidates to arrange interviews.

Summer Camp

Summer Camp

Each summer, the Greenwood Genetic Center hosts the Junior Genetics Scholars Summer Camp for middle and high school students. Participants of the summer camp program experience a fun-filled week exploring the concepts and technologies of genetics and careers in this exciting field. Contact Dr. Leta Tribble for information about upcoming camps.

Medical Genetics Training Program

Medical Genetics Training Program

Building on the expertise of established professionals in the field of medical genetics is as important as training the budding geneticists who will make tomorrow’s breakthroughs. That’s why Greenwood Genetic Center offers programs that increase the value of genetic medicine now and in the future.

Genetics Education

Genetics Education

The future of medical genetics relies on enthusiastic and well-educated scientists. Greenwood Genetic Center’s Division of Education takes seriously the obligation of supporting that future by offering training and educational opportunities to middle school, high school and college students as well as healthcare professionals.

Lucy's Story

When our daughter Lucy had a metabolic crisis at 7 days old, we were shocked and devastated to find out that she was born with a rare genetic disorder (MSUD). Her newborn screening results did not make it back in time to prevent the crisis, and no one at our local hospital was familiar with the disease. They did not know how to treat her. Calls were made to Greenwood Genetic Center to confirm her diagnosis and guide her care. Dr. Champaigne and Ami...

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