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Lang Youth Medical Program
622 West 168th Street
New York
NY
10032
http://nyp.org/services/lang-youth.html
Contact Name:
Monica Hidalgo
Contact Email:

moh9017@nyp.org

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About:
Program Description:
Established in 2003 with the support of noted philanthropist Eugene M. Lang, the Lang Youth Medical Program (Lang Youth) at New York-Presbyterian Hospital (NYP) is a six-year science enrichment, mentoring, internship, and college preparatory program for talented ethnic minority youth who aspire to become future scientists and healthcare professionals. Utilizing NYP resources, Lang Youth provides its students with a hands-on science curriculum that integrates life skills and character development with community service and activism.
Established:
2003
Funding:
Donations from foundations and individuals
Mission Statement:
Lang Youth's mission is to inspire young people from the Washington Heights and Inwood community to fulfill their academic and career aspirations.
Objectives:
1. To develop in our students a science background that would provide the skills to participate in today's information-age society with sensitivity, cultural awareness, and civic responsibility. 2. To build skills that strengthens students' science abilities and would lead to better understanding of the natural world. 3. To foster students' self-esteem and academic and personal ambitions. 4. To assist students achieve their academic potential. 5. To inspire the development and pursuit of career and life goals, particularly in medicine, healthcare, and the sciences.
Services Provided:
Academic Prep:
Yes
College and Postsecondary Planning:
Yes
Social Services:
Yes
Grade Levels Served:
Middle School (6-8):
Yes
High School (9-12):
Yes
Best Time to Meet With Students:
Day:
Yes
Participation:
Summer:
Yes
Weekends:
Yes
Requirements for Participation:
Minimum GPA:
3
School Attended:
Yes
Residency Based:
Yes
Percentage of Students Served:
Percentage of Students that go to:
Race/Ethnicity of Students Served:

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