RISE
RISE, the Research Initiative for Scientific Enhancement at Haskell is a National Institute of Health (NIH) supported program.
The mission of the RISE program is to increase opportunities for American Indian/Alaska Native students at Haskell Indian Nations University to achieve biomedical-relevant research careers
and thereby increase the number of students who complete degrees in the biomedical sciences.
The RISE program offers some of the following opportunities:
The RISE Learning Center
• Supportive environment for Math and Reading enhancements
• Self-paced learning environment for Pre-Algebra and Introduction to Algebra
• Supplemental Reading classroom instruction
Scientific Research
• Cutting edge research with top-notch scientists at University of Kansas (KU) labs
Science Tutoring for Excellence Center (STEC)
• Science Tutor assistance
Summer Science Academy (SSA)
• Summer Science experience for students
• Research Boot Camp
• Participate in the Haskell-KU Exchange Program
• Earn up to $1,600
Eligibility Requirements
• Enrolled and attending Haskell Indian Nations University
• In Good Academic Standing
Website Links:
RISE Website
For more information, please contact:
Becky Welton
bkwelton@haskell.edu
785-832-6646
Haskell Indian Nations University, Ross Hall: Rm. #133
Funding is made possible by NIH Grant #2R25GM062881-06A2 from the National Institute of General Medical Science (NIGMS)
