People in front of a banner reading SCSU INNOVATION HUB

The Innovation Hub Team and members of the 2024 BCF Planning Committee. Left to right: Peter Dimoulas, Rick Mingione, Derek Faulkner, Heather Stearns, Helen Keegan, Sana Muneer, Allison Kross, Arianna Ruiz, Imani Smith, Dr. Christine Broadbridge, Dr. Rachel Jeffrey, Dr. Kelly Bordner, Dr. Meghan Barboza.

2024 BioScience Careers Forum at 101 College Street

The annual BioScience Careers Forum brought together 100+ attendees including students from across the state, industry professionals, and community partners. Check out the coverage from Southern CT State University in the News at Southern article linked here.

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Jackson Laboratory at the 2024 BioScience Careers Forum

Our partner, Jackson Laboratory plays a crucial role in the success of the annual BioScience Careers Forum. Learn more about the background of this event, and hear from Jackson Laboratories Director of Education, Sarah Wojiski in their October 1st article linked here.

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Nguema N. (JR) Ramon, 2024 Werth IAF Fellow

SCSU + Boehringer Ingelheim Partner for Student Success

SCSU’s Innovation Hub and Boehringer Ingelheim have joined forces to enhance STEM opportunities for underrepresented students in our local communities. This collaboration, supported by the Boehringer Ingelheim Cares Foundation, aims to foster a diverse and inclusive STEM talent pipeline in Connecticut. More information is available in News at Southern article linked here.

Southern Connecticut State University Networking Event Connects Students of Color

The now-annual Connecting Students and Professionals of Color event brought together students and professionals as a way to boost networking in the bioscience industry. Visit the link to watch News 8’s coverage of the event.

Southern CT State University: The BioPath Degree Program and the SCSU Innovation HUB

Connecticut’s Morning Buzz Host Natasha Lubczenko, Dr. Christine Broadbridge, and Paula Marie Simpson discuss SCSU’s Innovation Hub, the burgeoning field of life science and STEM education in Connecticut, and the exciting opportunities available to students. Visit the link to see the full interview.

Southern and New Haven Area Students Helping to Transform the Life Science Industry

Here in Connecticut, a Life Science hub is growing in New Haven County. Taking advantage of talented scientists at local universities and hospitals, one such startup in Branford, EvolveImmune Therapeutics, is revolutionizing cancer treatments. A growing team of specialized scientists, including a cohort of student interns and recent graduates from Connecticut universities supports EvolveImmune’s efforts.

 

Young Women in Bio Event Hosts 150 High School Students Interested in Careers in STEM

SCSU in collaboration with the Innovation Hub sponsored and hosted the Young Women in Bio event where high school students engaged with professionals in workshops spotlighting STEM fields including Biology, Earth Science, and Physics.

 

Southern Secures $3.2 Million NSF Grant to Supercharge STEM Diversity

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Southern Connecticut State University a five-year, $3.2 million grant designed to recruit, retain, and graduate students currently underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

SCSU panel aims to boost diverse student interest in STEM

Matt Verrilli - Contributor Originally published https://www.hartfordbusiness.com/article/scsu-panel-aims-to-boost-diverse-student-interest-in-stem  Karen Walters, a pharmaceutical scientist, told a group of area college students Thursday that networking is key throughout your career.   Before networking and [...]

STEM Career Grow; Biopath Teaches Students

Benjamin Paquette – Contributor   As STEM careers continue to grow, demand for job-ready college graduates increased 17%, according to UC Davis. Bridging the gap in education and experience is the STEM Innovation and Leadership Lab located in Jennings Hall.       [...]

  • Biotech student Amelia Hoyt and Nicholas Edgington, associate professor of biology and biotech program coordinator

Digging into Biotechnology

Students enrolled in biotechnology — applied molecular and cellular biology — at Southern Connecticut State University get their hands dirty. No, really. Part of the required learning for the B.S. in biotechnology [...]

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New Haveners Seek Out New Careers – New Haven Independent
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Downtown bioscience development wins final approvals – NewHavenBiz
Amid Hard Times, Biotower Plan Advances – New Haven Independent
Biotower Plan Proceeds Despite Pandemic – New Haven Independent
Sister Biosciences Tower Comes Into View – New haven Independent