The Ellison Institute Research Foundation is passionate about education. From empowering patients with the knowledge and resources that help extend their healthy years, to inspiring the next generation of scientists and clinicians to enter the health and science fields, education is central to our vision.
Education
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
JUNIOR Fellows
A unique, three-week summer fellowship for rising high school seniors interested in clinical or research oncology, designed to foster a lifelong passion for scientific education.
junior Fellows
A unique, three-week summer fellowship for rising high school seniors interested in clinical or research oncology, designed to foster a lifelong passion for scientific education.
We believe that passion, coupled with outstanding aptitude, are the hallmarks for success. This program fosters scientific education by incorporating hands-on experimentation in a collaborative environment.
We welcome applications from all high schools for this free course. The application consists of a personal statement, copy of student transcripts, letter of recommendation, and an optional personal video introduction. The personal statement should be used as a forum to convey the student’s passion for science/medicine.
Applications for the summer 2023 Junior Fellows program are now closed. Please check back for an update on our 2024 application dates.
We welcome applications from all high schools for this free course. The application consists of a personal statement, copy of student transcripts, letter of recommendation, and an optional personal video introduction. The personal statement should be used as a forum to convey the student’s passion for science/medicine.
Applications for the summer 2023 Junior Fellows program are now closed. Please check back for an update on our 2024 application dates.
The Junior Fellows Experience with Alumna Skylar Long
Dr. Kian Kani, director of the Junior Fellows program, sat down with Skylar Long, a 2017 alumna of the program, to talk about her experience as a Junior Fellow, how it helped her make the decision to go to Physician Assistant school, and how it recently brought her back to the Institute for her Oncology PA rotation. Watch their full conversation above.
Dr. Kian Kani, director of the Junior Fellows program, sat down with Skylar Long, a 2017 alumna of the program, to talk about her experience as a Junior Fellow, how it helped her make the decision to go to Physician Assistant school, and how it recently brought her back to the Institute for her Oncology PA rotation. Watch their full conversation above.
Building a Community Around STEM Education
Hear from Ellison Institute Founding Director and CEO Dr. David Agus, Program Director Dr. Kian Kani, and Junior Fellows alumni as they share the goals of the program, the community we're building around STEM Education, and the impact its having on students.
Hear from Ellison Institute Founding Director and CEO Dr. David Agus, Program Director Dr. Kian Kani, and Junior Fellows alumni as they share the goals of the program, the community we're building around STEM Education, and the impact its having on students.
We believe that passion, coupled with outstanding aptitude, are the hallmarks for success. This program fosters scientific education by incorporating hands-on experimentation in a collaborative environment.
We welcome applications from all high schools for this free course. The application consists of a personal statement, copy of student transcripts, letter of recommendation, and an optional personal video introduction. The personal statement should be used as a forum to convey the student’s passion for science/medicine.
Applications for the summer 2023 Junior Fellows cohort are open Jan. 5 - April 4, 2023.
We welcome applications from all high schools for this free course. The application consists of a personal statement, copy of student transcripts, letter of recommendation, and an optional personal video introduction. The personal statement should be used as a forum to convey the student’s passion for science/medicine.
Applications for the summer 2023 Junior Fellows cohort are open Jan. 5 - April 4, 2023.
The Junior Fellows Experience with Alumna Skylar Long
Dr. Kian Kani, director of the Junior Fellows program, sat down with Skylar Long, a 2017 alumna of the program, to talk about her experience as a Junior Fellow, how it helped her make the decision to go to Physician Assistant school, and how it recently brought her back to the Institute for her Oncology PA rotation. Watch their full conversation above.
Dr. Kian Kani, director of the Junior Fellows program, sat down with Skylar Long, a 2017 alumna of the program, to talk about her experience as a Junior Fellow, how it helped her make the decision to go to Physician Assistant school, and how it recently brought her back to the Institute for her Oncology PA rotation. Watch their full conversation above.
Building a Community Around STEM Education
Hear from Ellison Institute Founding Director and CEO Dr. David Agus, Program Director Dr. Kian Kani, and Junior Fellows alumni as they share the goals of the program, the community we're building around STEM Education, and the impact its having on students.
Hear from Ellison Institute Founding Director and CEO Dr. David Agus, Program Director Dr. Kian Kani, and Junior Fellows alumni as they share the goals of the program, the community we're building around STEM Education, and the impact its having on students.
Program highlights
● Hands-on learning with state-of-the-art laboratory instruments
● Engaging with clinical experts (oncologists, physician assistants, nurses, clinical trials)
● Team-based problem-solving
● Post-fellowship guidance with career choices, college applications, & personal statements
● Engaging with clinical experts (oncologists, physician assistants, nurses, clinical trials)
● Team-based problem-solving
● Post-fellowship guidance with career choices, college applications, & personal statements
Graduate research
The Ellison Institute encourages USC students to hold graduate rotations with our faculty during the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.
Graduate research
The Ellison Institute encourages USC students to hold graduate rotations with our faculty during the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.
The Ellison Institute believes that graduate students should explore interdisciplinary research and supports an open-door environment in which graduate students can share information and resources with fellow students and faculty/affiliates. To learn more and express interest, please click below.
The Ellison Institute believes that graduate students should explore interdisciplinary research and supports an open-door environment in which graduate students can share information and resources with fellow students and faculty/affiliates. To learn more and express interest, please click below.
EVENTS
EVENTS and guest speakers
The Ellison Institute Research Foundation hosts several events throughout the year to encourage learning for our staff, students, and visitors. If you are interested in attending an educational event, please visit our public events calendar.
EVENTS and guest speakers
The Ellison Institute Research Foundation hosts several events throughout the year to encourage learning for our staff, students, and visitors. If you are interested in attending an educational event, please visit our public events calendar.
1st Annual ellison institute poster symposim
The Ellison Institute hosted a poster symposium for Institute and member graduate students and post doctoral scholars, showcasing their work in fields across medical and cancer research.
Diego Vicente, MD
The Ellison Institute hosted Dr. Diego Vicente, a surgical oncologist at the San Diego Naval Medical Center for a discussion on the novel overlaps between cancer and trauma, highlighting his perspective as a navy surgeon.
BUILDING TOURS
Schedule a tour of the Ellison Institute's state-of-the-art research facility on Los Angeles' Westside below.
Schedule a tour of the Ellison Institute's state-of-the-art research facility on Los Angeles's Westside below.
The Ellison Institute invites you to take a tour of our building to learn more about science and cancer research. During a tour of our building, you will be guided through our History of Medicine gallery, visit our research labs, interact with our scientists, and more! Tours are given by USC students who are passionate about health, research, and medicine. We are happy to host school classes, community groups, businesses, and community leaders for our tours. Visit the link below to send your contact information to our staff to schedule a tour.