Connect 2 Mentors
The Office of Health Care Advancement (OHCA), with the goal of inspiring the younger generation, invites high school students—sophomores and juniors preferred—to attend a one-day program. In this program, student mentors will share advice on the various educational pathways that lead to a successful career in healthcare.
High school students will have the opportunity to learn about professions such as nursing, physical therapy, medicine, pharmacy, public health, and more. Through storytelling and a speed networking activity, participants will gain insights into the challenges of these fields. Additionally, they will learn best practices for writing a personal statement for their college applications. This program is free of charge.
The one-day experience will take place on Saturday, November 1st, 2025, at the Health Science Education Building, College of Medicine, University of Arizona, located at 435 N. 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004.
For high school students to be considered, please complete the application on this webpage when it opens in early Fall 2025.
For any questions, please email: @email
The Irene H. Bailey Cardiology Academy
The Irene H. Bailey Cardiology Academy is another educational opportunity for high school students interested in exploring a career in medicine. This program promotes awareness of heart disease, informs about the importance of heart health education, and encourages students to become advocates for their communities through the application of epidemiology concepts.
The Irene H. Bailey Cardiology Academy (IBCA), which will be held during the spring break of 2025 (Tuesday, March 11th - Thursday, March 13th, 2025).
The Irene H. Bailey Cardiology Academy (IBCA) is to provide high school students who have an interest in science with the opportunity to:
- Learn and apply science concepts and acquire skills by doing hands-on laboratory and clinical activities.
- Explore the variety of academic programs and career choices in the fields of science and medicine.
- Develop mentoring relationships with graduate and medical school students, scientists, clinicians and other health care professional.
For high school students to be considered, please apply here: 2025 Irene H. Bailey Cardiology Academy Application.
This event will be held at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Campus, located at 435 N. 5th St, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004.