Recruitment & Retention

Learn more about some of the initiatives offered through our office.

Health career pathways

Students from a variety of ages and backgrounds participate in activities through our initiatives and pathway programs to introduce them to or deepen their understanding of health professions careers. These initiatives and programs include peer-support organizations, hands-on learning activities, health and career fairs, summer education programs and record-enhancing initiatives.

Applicant development

The entire staff of the Office of Health Equity and Engagement is involved in applicant development. Students encountered at various points along the pathway are advised and assisted with choice of courses, preparation of personal statement, development of mentoring relationships, appropriate volunteer and shadowing activities and preparation for the standardized test.