Diversity and Inclusion News
Tue Sep 2, 2014
The Pre-Medical Admissions Pathway (P-MAP) Program is a 12-month, full-time, intensive medical school preparation program designed for students who have experienced greater than average challenges in preparing to become competitive medical school applicants. The program includes a Master of Science degree in Cellular & Molecular Medicine, customized academic plans and seminars. P-MAP students will be admitted to COM-Tucson after successful completion of the program. Application Deadline: November 3, 2014. Visit www.medicine.arizona.edu/pmap for more information and to apply.
Tue Sep 2, 2014
Why did you choose your specific health professional career? When I was growing up, my parents told me, “Don’t be like us (being sheepherders), go to school and become a doctor.” That stuck in my head and has been a motivator for me to pursue a career in the healthcare profession.
Mon Aug 25, 2014
Why did you choose your specific health professional career? My aunt is diabetic and to support her I used to go with her to some of her appointments. It was a great learning experience to see pharmacists in a patient-pharmacist relationship and so I wanted to learn more about the profession. I knew I wanted a career in the medical field and this experience directed me a little more into pharmacy.
Mon Aug 18, 2014
Why did you choose your specific health professional career? My present job chose me. I worked at Williams Co. for 25 years as a safety officer for a group of staff members but was laid off. Since that time, I was hired by the Indian Health Service as a safety officer; I have been here for 5 years now.
Wed Aug 13, 2014
Why did you choose your specific health professional career? I chose my career because I enjoy working with the community. I’m passionate about learning from the community, being creative about developing program events, and determining whether the program has made a difference in their lives. I enjoy every aspect of public health.
Thu Aug 7, 2014
The University of Arizona Summer Institute for Behavioral Health (UA-SIBH) is a four-week intensive educational experience for students that are educationally and financially disadvantaged.