Connect 2 Mentors
The Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, 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. Please download the event flier (PDF) with details.
The one-day experience will take place on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024, 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 apply here. Application will be reviewed after the due date of Monday, October 14th, 2024.
For any questions, please email: @email or call: 602-827-2575
The Irene H. Bailey Cardiology Academy
Another educational opportunity for high school students interested in exploring a career in Medicine is the Irene H. Bailey Cardiology Academy (IBCA), which will be held during the spring break of 2025 (March 10th- March 14th, 2025).
*Application information would be available until January 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 inquiry 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.
You can contact the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, 602-827-2575 with any questions.