High School Student Programs
Inspiring the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals
The Human Anatomy Learning Laboratory (HALL) isn’t just for current UConn students; it is a hub for discovery for aspiring medical professionals still in high school. Through our partnership with the UConn Pre-College Summer (PCS) program, we open our doors to motivated students eager to trade the traditional classroom for a hands-on clinical environment.
Participants in our high school programs get an exclusive “behind-the- scenes” look at the human body. Under the guidance of UConn faculty and graduate students, students explore the complexities of human biology using the same advanced tools as our graduate students. Whether you aim to be a surgeon, physical therapist, nurse, or researcher, your path begins with a deep understanding of the human body.
Courses
Pre-Med: Human Anatomy & Physiology (UConn Pre-College Summer)
Body: Duration: 1-Week Intensive
This course offers an immersive introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Moving beyond the textbook, students will spend significant time in the H.A.L.L., utilizing cadavers and the Nikon Stereo-Optic Digital microscope. You will explore major organ systems, including cardiovascular (heart), respiratory (lungs), musculoskeletal, as well as sensory, and learn how they work to maintain life. This is a premier opportunity to experience a medical school- style lab before you even graduate high school. Learn more here: https://precollege-summer.uconn.edu/courses/human-anatomy/
Pre-Med: Musculoskeletal Injury and Pathology (UConn Pre-College Summer)
Body: Duration: 1-Week Intensive
Designed for students interested in orthopedics, sports medicine, or physical therapy, this course focuses on the “mechanics” of the human body. In the H.A.L.L., you will examine the bones, muscles, and ligaments that facilitate movement. By studying real anatomical structures, students gain a unique perspective on common injuries, such as ACL tears or rotator cuff strains, and the pathological processes that affect the musculoskeletal system. You’ll learn to think like a clinician by correlating anatomical structure with functional movement. Learn more here: https://precollege-summer.uconn.edu/courses/pre-med/