Megan Roseman Studies Biomedical Engineering on a Girl Scout Destination
Megan Roseman from Collinsville got to take her passion for STEM to a whole new level of immersion through Girl Scouts this summer.
Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate adventure for Girl Scouts in grades 6-12. Destinations are designed to push girls past their comfort zones by applying for trips on their own and making friends from all over the country as they travel with new Girl Scout friends. Destinations prove to be unique, life-changing experiences for girls who choose to go on these adventures.
Megan’s Girl Scout Destination took her to the great state of Texas for “Biomedical Engineering Immersion” at Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas’s STEM Center of Excellence. At this Destination, girls explored careers in biomedical engineering through hands-on experimental learning, while also experiencing the adventure of high ropes, archery, and traditional Girl Scout camping – not to mention the exciting culture of Dallas! “I could write a whole book about my Girl Scout Destination. I had an outstanding time!” said Megan.
As she prepares for a career in medicine, Megan’s Girl Scout Destination provided her with hands-on training and interactions with women who are changing the world through STEM. During this trip, Megan was introduced to an array of fields in pediatric medicine that she was unaware of before. In addition, she has a deepened understanding and appreciation for the process of organ and tissue donation. Megan’s group toured Southwest Transplant Alliance (STA) where they walked through the entire organ donation process from start to finish - from harvesting organs to grief support for donor families. As a tissue recipient herself, Megan found this part of the experience especially rewarding.
“I spent all summer learning about the STEM field, trying new things, experiencing hands-on projects and training, making friends from all over the country, and making unforgettable memories thanks to Girl Scouts. I will never be able to express how truly grateful I am for this experience and what it taught me,” Megan said.
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October 18, 2023
