On Wednesday, Rogers Scholars began work in one of three declared majors: engineering, video production, and the newest offering, healthcare.

During the week, Scholars receive 12 hours of hands-on instruction in their declared majors working side-by-side with professionals to learn more about the work of engineers, how to produce a short film, and different careers in the medical profession.

The healthcare team visited Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, a 227-bed acute-care facility in Somerset, to get a better understanding of the career options available in healthcare and to see professionals at work in a medical setting.

Lonnie Lawson, president and CEO of The Center for Rural Development, presented the first of a two-part presentation on community service, and Scholars put what they learned into action later on Wednesday night by participating in a PRIDE (Personal Responsibility In a Desirable Environment) cleanup project on the shores of Lake Cumberland at Conley Bottom Marina and Resort.

Earlier in the day, guest speaker  Dr. William T. Luckey, president of Lindsey Wilson College, offered Rogers Scholars—including all 73 Scholars in both summer sessions—a full-tuition college scholarship to the four-year liberal arts college, located in South Central Kentucky in Adair County.

Scholars will continue working on their declared majors on Thursday and will participate in a live, interactive videoconference with NASA officials.

Parents can follow Scholars and view a photo library of some of their activities by logging on Rogers Scholars’ website at www.rogersscholars.com.