Rutgers University will host 45 high school students in its first Annual 4-H Summer Science Program for urban youths at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.

High school students from Camden, Hackensack, Paterson, and Trenton will learn about science July 6-10 as they explore research in a series of interactive activities in animal, marine, environmental, and food sciences alongside a number of Rutgers faculty from these disciplines. Most of these urban youths will be enjoying their first 4-H experience as they gain a better understanding of opportunities available in science, engineering, and technology.

On Tuesday, July 7, the Equine Science Center will present the students with a high-speed equine treadmill demonstration and simulated experiment in its Exercise and Physiology Laboratory. The students will also see yearlings from the popular Young Horse Teaching and Research Program.

“We’re excited by the opportunity to show these kids how agriculture and science intersect at the Equine Science Center,” says Karyn Malinowski, PhD, Center director. “The two fields aren’t mutually exclusive. It’s our hope that they will get inspired and realize that if they like horses, or are interested in science, there is a place for them at Rutgers. The work our faculty does helps both horses and humans, and our students continue to excel in national scientific competitions year after year. We are producing not just scientists with a solid background for the future, but future leaders for the agricultural industry