Fall Education Event at Zoo Atlanta

The fall ARCS education program on October 19th wasn't just any trip to the zoo. Our group was treated to a behind the scenes tour that included special non-public areas. We had a guided tour of the kitchen where food is prepared for the animals. One of the best experiences was watching the orangutans from an up-close viewing area. They are incredible creatures and we enjoyed their behavior.

The twenty-eight attendees were treated to a sit-down lunch followed by an update on all the exciting things happening at the zoo by Zoo Atlanta President and CEO, Raymond King (husband of ARCS member Robin King). Dr. Joe Mendelson, Director of Research, spoke to the group about several research projects the zoo is conducting in collaboration with Emory University, Georgia Tech and UGA and Carnegie Mellon University (CMU).

It was a gorgeous fall day and the attendees continued to enjoy the zoo on their own in the afternoon.

Thanks from Scholar Laura Redmond

"I want to thank you again for supporting my career development, and I look forward to encouraging the development of future scientists as an ARCS Scholar Alum."

Thanks from Scholar Kira Newman

"I can only begin to express how grateful I am for the freedom to pursue an independent line of research without having to worry about how I will pay for the necessary lab supplies or training. This award is allowing me to answer broader and more valuable questions than I had previously thought possible... Thank you so much for your kindness, generosity, and belief in my potential as a scientist."

Thanks from Scholar Kevin Yehl

"I was very fortunate to be selected as one of this year's ARCS scholars... I plan to pursue an academic career in chemistry... Your support will allow me to continue my biomedical research in developing novel strateigies to treat drug resistant cancers and cardiovascular diseases... Again, thank you so much for your support of the sciences and post graduate education, both of which are very important in keeping America competitive..."

Fall Education Event at Zoo Atlanta

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Thanks from Scholar Laura Redmond

Thanks from Scholar Kira Newman

Thanks from Scholar Kevin Yehl