Education & Outreach
Shaping the future of science
Texas Biomed is committed to educating the next generation of bioscience leaders and advocates. We offer innovative education programs for students at every grade level and professional development opportunities for teachers. We also provide internships and fellowships for undergraduates and graduate students.
Ultimately, we aim to educate and inspire so that all can appreciate how Health Starts with Science and help nurture the future scientists and STEM champions in our community.
Our Programs & Resources
There are a number of opportunities to engage with our talented education team:
- K-12 curricular resources
- Career fair participation
- Virtual and in-person tours
- College-level internships
- Job opportunities for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and early career researchers
K-12 Education
Our experienced, certified educators help students, teachers and the broader community learn about the fascinating research that happens at Texas Biomed and about the range of exciting careers that exist within science.
Texas Biomed collaborates with all 17 San Antonio school districts, including San Antonio ISD, Northside ISD, Judson ISD, Southwest ISD and CAST schools, as well as with public charter and magnet schools and private schools. We also offer virtual tours for those outside the region.
Collectively, our K-12 programs impact over 10,000 students annually.
For teachers
We incorporate current infectious disease research into innovative, hands-on resources at no cost for teachers. We also provide professional development programs for area teachers to strengthen the classroom through career connection.
Community Outreach
We come to you! Our educators and scientists come to classrooms, Career Fairs, STEM nights and other community events to share their passion for science, highlight the research at Texas Biomed and raise awareness about the diverse job opportunities right here in San Antonio.
Higher Education
Texas Biomed provides a range of internship and training opportunities for undergraduate and graduate level students. We welcome in-person and virtual college tours. Our Higher Ed team also robustly supports our community of trainees.
Meet Our Team
Our education team is dedicated to helping students find their passions, grow their skills and connect with role models throughout the entire educational pipeline from kindergarten to early career.
News
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Texas Biomed’s new program aims to open new opportunities for underrepresented students
