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For more information about AIMS contact:
 Lisa Suggs, Manager
3839 Lindell Blvd.
St.Louis, MO 63108
314-977-7390
suggslv@slu.edu

Ray Vollmer, Program Coordinator
314-977-7377
vollmerr@slu.edu

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Since 1991, Adventures In Medicine and Science (AIMS) has provided anatomy, health and science education outreach to students in grade school through high school. The AIMS program is a component of Practical Anatomy and Surgical Education in Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine Center for Anatomic Science and Education.

Utilizing a state-of-the-art facility on the campus of Saint Louis University used by practicing physicians for continuing medical education.

To bring lessons of anatomy and science to life for students across the country,AIMS combines:

The inquiry-based methods employed by faculty in the AIMS program focus on activities that challenge students and stimulate experiential learning. The process of discovery exposed in the hands-on programs builds important science literacy skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork.

AIMS school year programs and summer workshops for high school students introduce students to:

  • human anatomy
  • awareness of good health practices
  • information about injury prevention
  • better understanding of health career opportunities

Thank you for your interest in AIMS programs. Please feel free to contact us if you should have any questions.

 

Mission Statement

Adventures In Medicine & Science, (AIMS), is a youth community outreach program that provides health education and prevention information to students throughout the school year. With a combination of hands-on opportunities and 3-D demonstrations, students get a unique look at the human body. The program offers a prevention component that provides valuable information to students regarding health risks and how to avoid medical traumas. In addition, incoming juniors and seniors are provided with an opportunity to explore medical science during the AIMS Summer Workshop. AIMS is part of Practical Anatomy and Surgical Education in the Center for Anatomical Science and Education of Saint Louis University School of Medicine.

Thank you to the following sponsors who help make AIMS programs available to students throughout the world:


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