Color expands Expert Oncology Network and launches Peer to Peer Expert Medical Opinion program for better care and lower costs.
Diversity improves the client-provider interaction, but has deeper impact, too–it fosters acceptance of genomic services and research in under-represented groups to alleviate health disparities across populations.
Color offers two education programs as part of our commitment to building a diverse genetic counseling workforce:
The Lauren Ryan Summer Scholar for current students
The GC Immersive for prospective students
The Lauren Ryan Memorial Summer Scholar Program, previously known as the Color Genetic Counseling Summer Scholar Program, was established in 2021 as an avenue to help decrease barriers and increase opportunity for underrepresented genetic counseling students navigating their entrance into the profession. Lauren Ryan was a fierce advocate and pioneer in increasing equity and diversity in the genetic counseling profession, and championed the inception of this program as she did all other endeavors – with heart, passion, encouragement and human connection.
This remote internship enables one rising second- year genetic counseling student to earn a scholarship, gain experience in a dynamic healthcare space and learn from Color genetic counselors. This internship is meant to provide awardees with the tools needed to be successful within the landscape of genetic counseling. Genetic counseling students who are currently enrolled in an ABGC-accredited genetic counseling program and who are considered to be a member of a group or demographic that has been historically excluded from the genetic counseling profession – based on ethnicity, sex, gender, disability, sexuality, financial hardship, and others- are eligible.
We are taking this time to thoughtfully reimagine this experience to better reflect the real-world skills and breadth of modern practice. Updates for the 2027 Lauren Ryan Memorial Genetic Counseling Summer Scholar Program will resume in late 2026.
To make a charitable tax-deductible donation to the Lauren Ryan Genetic Counselor Access Memorial Award, please visit the National Society of Genetic Counselors website.
$10,000 scholarship to cover living, educational, and other associated training expenses for the summer
A customizable experience with mentorship by Color’s board-certified genetic counselors including telemedicine counseling for Color clients
Opportunities to work alongside and learn from team members across a wide variety of specialties and backgrounds
Special projects, presentations, and collaborations with emphasis on promoting diversity and inclusion either within genetic counseling
The GC Immersive at Color is a fully remote, educational program, designed to advance the knowledge and experience of aspiring genetic counselors. The program benefits historically under-represented members of the counseling community by enabling fully remote access to Color’s leading team, enabling participation in the program from anywhere in the world.
Whether you are researching a genetic counseling career or applying for a graduate program, you’ll gain the real-world experience you need to become a qualified and competitive applicant.
Fundamentals and history of the genetic counseling profession
Introduction to pedigrees and basic genetic testing strategies
Mock genetic counseling sessions, plus live discussion with current genetic counselors and students
Guidance on how to navigate the genetic counseling graduate program interview process
Resources to strengthen your genetic counseling application, including a certificate of completion
At Color, we celebrate diversity and believe in building a diverse workforce to represent our client population. We tap into our varied cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to unleash the strength of our diverse team in every aspect of our work. Genetic counselors at Color provide high-quality genetic counseling and care to clients and providers. Our care delivery model improves access to genetic testing and counseling, especially for individuals who have traditionally been excluded and underserved in healthcare and genomics.