WPCNR SCHOOL DAYS. From County Legislator Bill Ryan. June 18, 2004: County Legislator Bill Ryan, (D, White Plains) recognized the outstanding scientific talents of White Plains High School student Tamiko Younge at the Board of Legislators June 7th meeting.
HONORED: Ms. Younge was one of 15 high school students who won either at the Progenics Westchester Science and Engineering Fair – sponsored by Pace University and Progenics Pharmaceuticals – or the NY State Science and Engineering Fair. All the student scientists, who were recognized at the same Board meeting, advanced to the INTEL International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Portland, Oregon. Photo, Courtesy, Westchester County Board of Legislators.
Ms. Younge received a Board proclamation honoring her for her accomplishments in scientific research. Her project entitled “Racial Bias by Physicians Providing Prenatal Care” is the product of three-year program of Authentic Science Research at White Plains High School. The 2004 ISEF awarded Ms. Younge 4th place in her category in this national competition. She will be attending Yale University next year.
“Tamiko Younge exemplifies the type of gifted young people found in our schools today,” stated Mr. Ryan. “She has the talent, creativity and determination to make an impact on the world. We wish her well and will be watching for great accomplishments in the future.”
