Metro New York Section
of the American Industrial Hygiene Association
STUDENTS
Scholarship 2010
The programs that AIHA Metro NY Supports:
Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York
Department of Physical, Environmental & Computer Sciences
1150 Carroll Street, Room 417C, Brooklyn, New York 11225
Medgar Evers College’s
15th Annual Environmental Issues Conference
A Milestone of the BS Degree Program in Environmental Science
For the past 14 years,
The Medgar Evers College School of Science,
Health and Technology offers a four year Bachelors of Science (BS)
degree program in Environmental Science to aspiring students.
Many of our graduates continue their graduate work at Hunter
College’s Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences /Industrial
Hygiene (IH) ) program. This year like previous years gone by, one
of our graduates, Miss Cathyann Williams will compliment her degree
from Medgar Evers by graduating with her Masters Degree from
Hunter’s dynamic IH program.
We are also delighted to have chosen Ms. Naomi Morrison, as
the recipient of this years' Metro AIHA Student Scholarship.
At least 15 students have gone on to get their
masters degree at the Hunter College IH graduate program, and as
such, provide a cross-disciplinary approach in the field of
environmental, occupational health and safety sciences throughout
the Metropolitan region.
In conjunction with The Center for Occupational
and Environmental Health at
From the very inception of the Environmental
Science (B.S.) degree program at Medgar Evers, the first
undergraduate environmental science program of its kind in CUNY, the
Metro AIHA has provided annual donations of $1000 for the Medgar
Evers’ environmental club:
Student Association For the Environment (SAFE).
Last year we were extremely happy to give the first student
scholarship to Johnathan Culpepper, a recent graduate who is now
continuing his studies at
2010 Award Recipient: Naomi Morrison
I feel privileged to be considered a recipient of
the American Industrial Hygiene Association
(AIHA) scholarship. It is with great pride and humility that I
accept this award. This award is sure to be instrumental in my
continued success, as I strive towards my scientific endeavors.
I migrated to the United
States from Mahaicony, Guyana, a rural village.
I was initially introduced to the field of science at
Mahaicony Primary School when I became involved in
small science projects, such as
building electrical circuits and
growing plants in light versus darkness.
Being involved in a number of workshops and projects heightened
my love for this field even more, inspiring me to enter my own
projects in the district science fair. For my participation, I
received recognition and certificates for my participation. At
Mahaicony High School, I further developed my skills and knowledge
in the sciences. During my many years at high school I was also an
active student in the area of Agricultural
crop production and livestock management. This was a way to
merge agriculture, biology and chemistry to form a
hybrid course called
environmental science. I understood
from that point onward that I wanted my
career path to be one that utilizes all the above subjects as
its platform.
Growing up in a rural community, there weren’t
many individuals, who I could look to or share this appreciation for
knowledge. My family had a farm, on which we planted rice and raised
livestock. The farm has been in my family for many generations.
Pursuing an advanced degree or even college seemed unlikely. Still,
I count it a privilege to have come from such a heritage; farmers
are an integral part of any society, producing the foods that we
eat. Indeed, such a rustic upbringing has instilled in me, great
diligence and a strong work ethic. Such experiences may be a long
distance away, but are close to my heart. How many girls have
collected eggs at sunrise or gutted fish? These were the duties of
the ladies of my community. I come from strong and determined women.
It is this same diligence that I have practiced
in my educational pursuits to obtain my bachelors degree, and
someday my doctorate. Medgar Evers has provided me with a supportive
environment, in which to strive towards my dreams. It is also
allowed me to be more aware of the importance of our effect on the
environment. As a major in environmental science, I am fortunate to
be part of a diverse program that gives a balance of sciences as
well as the practical knowledge to complement those courses.
For the past 2 years, I have been a member of the
Environmental Science club, which attempts to increase awareness of
current environmental issues in the student body, at large. We meet
and discuss ways in which we could aid the environmental movement,
here on campus. I have been able to help other students in achieving
their own dreams as a chemistry tutor. This has allowed me to give
back to the college community. I was also a recipient of the Merck
Index award in recognition of my success in chemistry. My success
has also been acknowledged by placement on dean twice.
Science is sure to be at the forefront the
green movement providing
ways to conserve or efficiently use energy or in further explaining
the effect of mankind’s degradation of the environment. I endeavor
to be part of this community of scientists, helping to make a better
world tomorrow, by creating a greener world today. Thank you for
contributing to my efforts.
Sincerely,
Naomi Morrison
In 2010 AIHA Metro NY was able to help 3 graduate students to find a job/internship.
We appreciate your attention and help you provide to our fresh generation.
Metro NY AIHA Awards Scholarships to Local Students
Jonathan Culpepper is a graduating student in the Medgar Evers program, who plans to attend a graduate chemistry program at Rutgers University. As an aspiring student in a pure science, Jonathan hopes to influence the growing field of "Green Chemistry" in Environmental Science.
Stony Brook University's School of Health Technology and Management is looking to place EH&S students in the field. These students are graduating seniors and are available for internships from early February until mid-May. Their areas of interest are in the following disciplines:
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Industrial Safety Engineering / Occupational Safety
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Industrial Hygiene / Occupational Health
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Radiation Safety / Health Physics
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Fire Protection / Fire Safety
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Environmental Management (Air/Water/Soil)
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Waste Management
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Emergency Management
The students are typically available in 1/2
day blocks, but many are available for full days (this must be
coordinated through the individual students) They are required to
complete a minimum of 90 hours of internship by graduation in May.
There is no cost to the hosting institution. If you are interested
in having a student intern with you, please contact Environmental
Health Concentration Advisor Leo DeBobes at Stony Brook University (
leo.debobes@stonybrook.edu ) or (631) 444-6151 as soon as
possible.
As many of you have experienced, this program is a great benefit to
the students as well as to your organizations, and many of our
interns have subsequently been hired by their hosting institutions!
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