Frequently Asked Questions
- Why should I join?
- Does it cost anything to join?
- When are club events?
- What if I am interested but don’t have a club?
- What if I am homeschooled?
- What if there is already a related club at my school (e.g., premed, etc.)? Is it ok to use that club to join?
- Can I make a new chapter mid-year?
- What if my club is not able to afford the technology or resources that are required to complete an activity?
- What if I don’t have my own computer or access to the internet at home?
- Why should I join?
The Grey Matter Project and its leadership are enthusiastic about providing a high-quality introduction to the neurosciences to high schoolers. We connect students with top-tier faculty and providers at a world-class institution for lectures, career panels, and more. Our goal is to lift the curtain between you and your chapter and give you a look into the wonderful world of neuroscience and medicine. We also take the pressure off your club advisors by providing all of the educational materials at no cost. We want students to walk away with a passion for neuroscience, just like ours.
- Does it cost anything to join?
No! The Grey Matter Project is free for all to join. All lectures, panels, and online resources are provided at no charge to all registered chapters.
- When are club events?
Lectures and career panels tend to take place 7 – 8 p.m. EST. Most lectures are also recorded and shared with members of the organization, but we strongly encourage Zoom participation, if you are able.
- What if I am interested but don’t have a club?
Any individual high school student is welcome to join. Many interested students start clubs at their schools when one is not already in place (you would be surprised at how much interest there may be!). We highly encourage you to start a chapter, but you can join us without a chapter. You may not be eligible to participate in the community service competition without a chapter.
- What if I am homeschooled?
Please join! You do not need to be at a school to join. You can also feel free to set up a chapter with other students who are homeschooled, or other friends with similar interests (also see “What if I am interested but don’t have a club?”).
- What if there is already a related club at my school (e.g., premed, etc.)? Is it ok to use that club to join?
Yes. We like to say that you will get as much out of this organization as you and your members put in. All-in-all, the idea for chapters is to meet two to three times per month to discuss topics, do activities, and maintain engagement, but it is up to each individual club how they wish to participate.
- Can I make a new chapter mid-year?
Yes! You can join us whenever you’d like during the school year.
- What if my club is not able to afford the technology or resources that are required to complete an activity?
If this is the case, please email greymatterproject@yale.edu. We want everyone to get the most out of the Grey Matter Project, and we have limited funds to accommodate the needs of those clubs in lower socioeconomic positions.
- What if I don’t have my own computer or access to the internet at home?
If a member or club does not have access to home computers or internet, we suggest that you explore with your local or school library whether the club can hold meetings in those spaces. We have had clubs meet at community libraries with success. If you are unable to find these resources, please email us to discuss possible solutions.