Genomics and Ethics Program for Native Students- GEN

Applications due April 30!

Applications due on April 30!

Apply here: https://redcap.scf.cc/surveys/?s=XKE8RDY43RWTPNFP

Photo credit: Southern Plains Tribal Health Board

The Genomics and Ethics Program for Native Students- GEN was recognized this past week at the Tribal Public Health Conference in OKC. We received the Sally Carter Legacy Award and we are so incredibly honored. Thank you, Southern Plains Tribal Health Board for this honor. We look forward to continuing the fun work of serving students and growing the next generation of Tribal researchers!!

Join us THIS Friday March 27th for our final virtual info sessions about the PIER Community Scholars Program. This is a program open to anyone interested in Tribal health research, all career stages and experience levels.

Students, professionals, community members of all backgrounds and experiences are welcome to apply!

Wondering who should apply? Individuals interested in Tribal health research, all career stages (academic or not), AI/AN and non-Native, with no experience in research necessary.

The Community Scholars program approaches community-based research by first being in community with one another. All lived experiences and ways of knowing are welcome!

Sign up for an Information Session to learn more about the PIER Community Scholars Program.

Information sessions available throughout March. Applications due April 30.

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/XksU5R5JXC28S3928

Here’s another great opportunity to get involved in Tribal health research while also getting mentorship and support!

The Center for the Ethics of Indigenous Genomic Research (CEIGR) is very excited to introduce the Community Scholars Program as part of the newly funded Partnerships for Indigenous-led ELSI Research (PIER).

PIER, led by Southcentral Foundation in partnership with the University of Oklahoma and University of Washington, promotes meaningful collaboration with AI/AN communities and AI/AN-serving health systems toward Indigenous-driven approaches to genomic research. The Community Scholars Program is for individuals interested in gaining mentorship and experience in Tribal health research.

Potential applicants can attend online informational sessions throughout March to learn more about the program and ask questions of the PIER team. Final applications will be due April 30, 2026.

To learn more about the Information Sessions and access the applications, visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgHA9Lm2ojtK0jv80JIqJDSuzKAkZRoMgGGoNp5LP9cnCUww/viewform

Register now while it’s free!

📢Attention College Students and Higher Education Professionals: Early Bird Registration for the Oklahoma Native Students in Higher Education (ONASHE) Conference is FREE until January 15, 2026!!

Registration Link: https://pears.io/events/cmn/3030/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPItwNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0U25JcFRGWm5ONWdOb0Iyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpuNYmdcSpCApWP5Xu5b2CvjSN-UYWW3A8B4VqVS3xugC45F6lMF13L4tXhu_aem_loyUgy56sP-Hc6UqJ2O8_g

Opportunity!

Passionate about helping your people through STEM?🌱🧬🔬🧪

✏️ Apply to the Science Warrior Fellowship!

🔬 Do you have a STEM research project in mind on how to address environmental issues in your community? Worried about funding or not having the training just yet? This fellowship is for you!

The Science Warrior Fellowship is open to Indigenous Peoples who are passionate about environmental health concerns caused by development and colonialism in Indigenous communities, focusing on projects that could protect communities and lands. Science-based interventions are crucial in direct action efforts to protect Mother Earth.

We are looking for Indigenous scientist organizers who will lead their own grassroots research aimed to protect the land and improve global health.

🌱More information is included on our website:
http://honorearth.org/science-warriors

🗓️ Applications are due September 26.