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Charlotte Bulenda, a former participant in the Accessible Summer Research (ASSURE) Fellowship, shares how the program helped her uncover her passion for nursing and take the next step by applying to nursing school. With no prior experience and a need for guidance, ASSURE offered the support she needed to succeed.

Devin Macklin-Jackson, a 2023 alumnus of the Accessible Summer Research (ASSURE) Fellowship, reflects on how the program broadened his horizons. Arriving with an open mind, he discovered a passion for learning and networking, while benefitting greatly from the guidance and support of his mentors.

Joel Hanns, a member of the 2022 cohort of the Accessible Summer Research (ASSURE) Fellowship, reflects on his journey through the program, emphasizing the opportunities it provided to explore both clinical settings and research roles. He also highlights how the flexibility of his mentors enabled him to pursue all of his diverse interests.

Joel Hanns, a participant in the Accessible Summer Research (ASSURE) Fellowship in 2022, reflects on how the program significantly influenced his career path and created new opportunities for his professional development. He shares how the Friday lunches with scientists from around the world provided valuable insights into their career journeys and how it was inspiring to see that they were relatable individuals, just like everyone else.

Sofía Angulo-Lopera, a proud alumna of the Accessible Summer Research (ASSURE) Fellowship, reflects on how the program’s supportive culture empowered her to thrive as a Latina scientist and paved the way for her success in pursuing a PhD after graduation.