Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?

Last week, the Yale School of Medicine posed the question, “Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?” to faculty, students, and staff in the Department of Physiology. With “Give Every Child a Chance” as Yale’s United Way Campaign theme this year, this event was designed as a fun competition to raise money and awareness about United Way’s involvement in creating educational opportunities for low-income children and youth.

Guests were asked to make a small contribution at the door and then enjoyed Abate’s Pizza while cheering on their peers who bravely tested their elementary grade school knowledge. Kirsten Levinsohn also illustrated how the New Haven Reads Community Resource Center partners with United Way to share the joy and power of reading in the community.

The University is a leading supporter for United Way of Greater New Haven. Thanks to Joe DePonte for organizing and hosting the event, and to everyone who generously contributed to the effort!