William Joyner III: Psychology & Biology , May 2010

"The Shriver Center gave me an opportunity to earn academic credit while conducting research and gaining work experience at one of the most elite institutions in my chosen career field.”

Placement:  Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Center for Learning and Health

Description of Duties: Assist research program in conducting quantitative analysis of alcohol, opiate, cocaine and methadone consumption of substance abuse patients. Help with urine and breath sample collection, laboratory maintenance and organization, and purchasing and distributing items for participants. Learn about psychological research, particularly research focused on behavioral therapy.

Future Career Plans: I plan to pursue a career in psychiatry.