The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center has hosted a summer undergraduate cancer research program for nearly 20 years.  We are excited to continue this successful program in the summer of 2024. 

The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center invites applications from interested undergraduates. Applications are open November 1, 2023 until February 1, 2024. 

Applicants must be US Citizens/Permanent residents.  Undergraduates must be in biomedical sciences or related degree field.  Those in a bachelor's degree program should be in their sophomore or junior year when applying.  For those in an associate's degree program, preference is given to those in their sophomore year or completing their degree when applying. As a stipulation of our funding sources, preference is given to undergraduates from populations historically marginalized in science (NIH definition). 

These internships are designed to provide an outstanding atmosphere for training in medical research.  The mentors are faculty members of the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center and come from 17 departments and 6 colleges at the University of Iowa.

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Program Alumni since 2006

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Program alumni continue with science education and careers

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Weeks of instruction and research experience

Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center

Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center joins the ranks of the nation's premier cancer centers in our research mission to eliminate the burden of cancer.

For nearly every cancer type, the treatment received today shows the fruits of time-tested research. Our comprehensive approach to cancer assures that patient care will be among the most up-to-date treatments.

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Graduate students at University of Iowa will provide near peer mentorship to CROI interns.

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ADHD Support Group

Friday, April 26, 2024 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual
ADHD Support Group With Molly Rathe, LMHC Description: The ADHD Support Group is for students with ADHD to connect and talk about resources, tips/tricks/advice about managing ADHD, and share experiences of navigating college and relationships with ADHD. All ages, races, genders, and majors are welcome as a variety of identities help students connect across diverse experiences and perspectives. Students are welcome to participate as often as they would like—weekly or only during weeks that are...
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Anxiety Toolbox (Series 3)

Friday, April 26, 2024 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Westlawn
"Anxiety Toolbox" is a three-week, skills-based workshop designed to help students learn to better manage their anxiety by utilizing a variety of CBT tools and strategies. This is a curriculum-driven series with structure and specific learning objectives and topics for each week that build students' knowledge over the course of the workshop. All participants will receive a workbook with exercises to be completed both within and outside the group to facilitate their learning. Location...
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Red Watch Band Training

Friday, April 26, 2024 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
Get FREE CPR/AED certification and alcohol bystander training. Over 1,800 students each year die on campuses across the country from preventable alcohol-related injuries. Be prepared to save a friend! The Red Watch Band program is open to all UI students and aims to prevent alcohol poisoning deaths on our campus by providing knowledge, skills, and confidence to act in situations when every second counts.  Registration is required.