Description
The National Society of High School Scholars is partnering with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities (ALSAC) to bring a group of our members to the St. Jude campus in Memphis, Tennessee, for a member event designed specifically to explore all aspects of careers in healthcare!
Come join us for a one-of-a-kind experience on the campus of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Students will hear from St. Jude Faculty, ALSAC Fundraising Staff, and the ALSAC Global team. They will enjoy a walking tour of the hospital campus, participate in a team event and have the opportunity to gain insights on career paths and the research hospital's service model.
PLEASE NOTE: This program is for NSHSS members and guests over the age of 16 ONLY. NSHSS will provide transportation to and from the DoubleTree Memphis Downtown Hotel.
Your ticket will be refunded if you are not at least 16 years of age.
Additionally, please note that due to the event taking place within the St. Jude Children's Hospital, you will not be permitted inside the hospital if you are not vaccinated against Covid-19 or are showing signs of illness. This includes any symptoms of illnesses as minor as the common cold, allergies, etc. All attendees will be required to show photo identification (driver's license/passport/student ID) and proof of vaccination at check-in.
**Space is VERY LIMITED for this event. If you plan to attend, please register as soon as possible. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
EVENT DATE: Saturday, March 11, 2023
CHECK-IN LOCATION: DoubleTree Memphis Downtown Hotel, 185 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
***Shuttles will be provided to take students from the hotel to the hospital after check-in
EVENT VENUE: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
EVENT MEALS: Breakfast & lunch on Saturday will be provided.
EVENT OBJECTIVES:
- Participants will experience ALSAC SJCRH via tours, speakers, and panelists.
- Participants will appreciate moving from STEM to STEAM in order to best fuel their success – the extra effort makes all the difference.
- Participants will understand the importance of embracing their passion and knowing their WHY.
- Participants will appreciate the importance of being present and aware.
- Participants will be introduced to the scope of work at ALSAC SJCRH and the opportunities that exist.
- Participants will be invited to engage in our St. Jude Leadership Society experience and other ALSAC initiatives.
EVENT AGENDA:
Saturday, March 11, 2023
7:30 AM: Meet in DoubleTree Memphis Downtown Hotel lobby for event check-in & boarding buses to St. Jude
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Members arrive at the Dominoes Event Center for Continental Breakfast
9:00– 9:30 AM: Overview of St. Jude and the Day/Patient Video
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: ALSAC Presentation - Annette Green, Chief People Officer, ALSAC
10:00 - 10:30: Hospital Presentation – Faculty from St. Jude
10:30 – 11:00: St. Jude Global Presentation – member of ALSAC Global team
11:00 – 11:15: Break
11:15 AM-12 PM: Panel Discussion – Global, Hospital Staff, ALSAC Staff
12:00-1 PM: Lunch (ALSAC and SJCRH Career Information available)
1:00 – 1:45 PM: Hospital/Campus Walking Tour
1:45 PM -2:30 PM: Ways to engage with St. Jude
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: NSHSS Member Recognition Ceremony and Closing Remarks
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Transportation back to DoubleTree Memphis Downtown Hotel