Introducing the 2020 Class of the Hank & Billye Suber Aaron Young Scholars Summer Research Institute! This program hosted by the Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity, in collaboration with Durham Public Schools, offers high school and middle school students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of academic research while exploring complex social issues and equity topics.
Meet Our Scholars
Due to the unforeseen circumstances of COVID-19, there was no in-person programming. However, graduating seniors were able to complete their 3rd cohort papers virtually.
Cohort 3
Genevieve Furges
Project:
The Impact of the Literacy Gap on the Black Community
Education:
Charles E. Jordan High School
Oyindamola Ajasa
Project:
Beyond the Numbers: An Analysis of the Under-representation of Black Women in STEM fields
Education:
Durham School of the Arts
Oyinkansola Ajasa
Project:
Impact of Gentrification on Education Access
Education:
Durham School of the Arts
Meet Our Team
The Young Scholars Summer Research Institute is driven by a dedicated team of staff, administrators, instructors, interns, teaching assistants, mentors, and volunteers who support the growth and success of our Scholars. Their collective expertise, passion, and commitment provide invaluable guidance throughout the program, fostering a nurturing environment for students to excel.
Below, you can explore the profiles of our team members to learn more about the people who help bring this program to life.
Institute Personnel
Daniel Bullock
Role:
Durham Public Schools Program Liaison
Institution:
Executive Director for Equity Affairs at Durham Public Schools
Erica Phillips
Role:
Program Coordinator
Institution:
Cook Center, Duke University
Jacqui Batts
Role:
Cohort 3 Instructor
Institution:
Durham Public Schools
Kennedy Ruff
Role:
Assistant Program Coordinator
Institution:
Cook Center, Duke University
Sandra Santillian
Role:
Research Intern
Institution:
Wake Technical Community College
