PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The mission of Be_PARP is to engage, recruit, and train economically and academically disadvantaged students in behavioral health by designing and implementing a “pipeline” summer program to recruit highly qualified undergraduate students into behavioral science careers.
Be_Parp is a two phased six-week mentored research and training program. Phase-1 will consist of core lectures designed to prepare the student for behavioral science research. Phase-2 will consist of four weeks of mentored research during which participants will engage in multidisciplinary research projects that address behavioral health disparities.
REQUIREMENTS
-The application is due on April 30, 2014
-A Personal Statement
-2 letters of recommendation
-All official college transcripts
-Proof of United States Citizenship
-Students will be required to commit 6 weeks to the program
WHAT TO EXPECT:
-$2500 stipend
-Lectures to provide a unique practical educational experience
-Tutoring by Graduate Students in the Behavioral Sciences
-Mentored multi-discipline research projects relevant to behavioral health
-Room and board at Howard University