High School Speaker Series

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About

The High School Speaker Series aims to increase awareness and understanding of careers in medical laboratory science among high school students. Through school-based engagement, such as classroom presentations, science fairs, and career events, this program provides students with opportunities to learn about laboratory medicine and the many roles it plays in modern healthcare.

Program Overview

The speaker series brings ADLM members into high school settings to:

• Introduce students to the field of medical laboratory science
• Share personal career journeys and real-life lab stories
• Highlight diverse career paths
• Offer tools, resources, and inspiration for students considering STEM careers

The series is implemented by ADLM Local Sections in coordination with individual schools. 

Interested in a High School event in your area? Contact [email protected] for more information.

Careers in Laboratory Medicine

Students who pursue careers in medical laboratory science may work in many areas, such as:

• Hospitals and clinics
• Public health and epidemiology
• Forensics
• Biotechnology and research
• Informatics

View the career wheel below to explore common roles and pathways.

Resources

ADLM provides a variety of materials to support the High School Speaker Series and help Local Sections deliver successful events. Available resources include:

• Presentation templates
• Flyers and handouts
• Speaker guides and examples

Download all resources here.

For questions or additional support, please contact Caitlin Mone.

"Many students shared how much they enjoyed the session, especially hearing both the professional perspective and the CLS college experience. I'd love to see more Lunch and Learns structured this way!"

— Jeannette Cruz, Bioscience Academy Leader, Wheaton High School