Northwest Indiana Area Health Education Center

Proud to always support this amazing group!

Want to join the Indiana AHEC Network? Apply Now!!

We are looking to hire a Research Data Analyst! We would love someone who has experience using Salesforce.

Learn more about Indiana AHEC at https://www.indianaahec.org/.

Interested or know someone for the role? Learn more below!

https://hrms.indiana.edu/psc/PH1PRD_PUB/EMPLOYEE/HRMS_PUB/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=305963&PostingSeq=1

Want a chance to learn about 7 different health careers in 1 day? Well here’s your chance! Use the link below to sign up, hurry spots are going quickly!

https://www.sf.edu/about/camps-and-community-programs/

We love seeing our scholars in the news! Check this out to learn a little bit about our current AHEC scholar Lem Cartman, why he chose healthcare and his future plans!

What if we told you that as a Valpo undergraduate alum, you could receive a 30% scholarship toward tuition in Valpo's master of business administration (MBA), master of public health (MPH), or master of health administration (MHA) programs?

Does that sound 2 good 2 be true? Well, Valpo’s Back2Beacon Scholarship is the real deal and 2 good to pass up! Take it from Lem Cartman '23, '24 MHA, who is currently on the 4+1 track to earn his master of health administration by 2024.

Lem says, “Once I looked at my natural talent for moving people combined with health care and the root causes of disparities, I changed my major to health care administration. I want to get to those root causes that keep disadvantaged people unhealthy.” His goal is to work his way into senior administration for a large hospital network – putting himself in a prime position to be the change he wants to see in the world. Now that’s what it means to be a Beacon!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your education and level up in your career like Lem, read how more about Back2Beacon at: valpo.edu/back2beacon ...again!

Congrats to the 27 Merrillville High School students that have completed the CNA course this year! We are proud of you all and always happy to support 🏴‍☠️💜🖤

Current NWI AHEC Scholars at the Indiana AHEC Statewide conference.

Thank you to Mrs. Marcus at the Porter County Career and Technical Education Center for allowing us to come in to talk to your students as you wrapped up your reproductive system chapters!! We discussed sexually transmitted infections and preventive measures using our hands on teaching models.

Fun with these future health professionals at the HOSA State Leadership Conference yesterday!

Great HOSA info…

HOSA families- The HOSA dress code is required for all students to enjoy the benefits & activities at the State Conference. It is also a requirement in all competitive events. Be prepared!

Our East Central Indiana AHEC is hiring!!!

Click here to learn more: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/34938

Please join us in welcoming our new Associate Director, Dr. Beverly Lewis!! Beverly is committed to serving populations which lack access and resources. To this end, she serves with the Urban League of Northwest Indiana. In this capacity, she works with the Federation of Block Club Units (FOBC), scholarships, and diversity and Inclusion. Prior to this role, she worked as an academic advisor in a School of Nursing. Working with first generation students, she developed a passion for finding resources. Resources for non-traditional learners that would encourage student success. Community resources, student experience, and administrative skills are just some of the talents that Dr. Lewis brings to AHEC. She earned a Ph.D. In Higher Education Leadership in 2019. Dr. Lewis likes to travel, read, and enjoy nature during at her leisure. She looks forward to working with AHEC and learning new skills for the continued success of AHEC.

IT'S COLLEGE GO WEEK! Check out these colleges that are offering free applications THIS WEEK!

BREAKING: 6 Indiana colleges will waive college application fees during Indiana’s College Application Week, Sept. 26-30. Another 33 colleges have reported free applications year-round. Check out the list 👇

RELEASE:https://www.in.gov/che/files/220914_RELEASE_CollegeApplicationWeek.pdf

College GO week is coming up soon!

BREAKING: 6 Indiana colleges will waive college application fees during Indiana’s College Application Week, Sept. 26-30. Another 33 colleges have reported free applications year-round. Check out the list 👇

RELEASE:https://www.in.gov/che/files/220914_RELEASE_CollegeApplicationWeek.pdf

We are excited to announce, we are Now Accepting Applications for the 2022-2024 AHEC SCHOLARS: A Community Fellowship program!
Interested in providing healthcare to those living in rural or under served communities? Looking to enhance your education with real world experiences? Want to network in an inter-professional setting? Send us an email for more information...
Requirements:
1. Must be in the final 2 years of an accredited health professions program.
2. Must be able to participate for two years.
3.Must have reliable transportation.
Apply here: https://www.indianaahec.org/scholarseligibility
Application deadline is September 18, 2022.
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We are excited to announce, we are Now Accepting Applications for the 2022-2024 AHEC SCHOLARS: A Community Fellowship program!
Interested in providing healthcare to those living in rural or under served communities? Looking to enhance your education with real world experiences? Want to network in an inter-professional setting? Send us an email for more information...
Requirements:
1. Must be in the final 2 years of an accredited health professions program.
2. Must be able to participate for two years.
3.Must have reliable transportation.

Apply here: https://www.indianaahec.org/scholarseligibility
Application deadline is September 11, 2022.
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NWI AHEC is a proud sponsor of this great event!!
Stop by and see us Saturday 10am-1pm!

We are excited to announce, we are Now Accepting Applications for the 2022-2024 AHEC SCHOLARS: A Community Fellowship program!
Interested in providing healthcare to those living in rural or under served communities? Looking to enhance your education with real world experiences? Want to network in an inter-professional setting? Send us an email for more information...
Requirements:
1. Must be in the final 2 years of an accredited health professions program.
2. Must be able to participate for two years.
3.Must have reliable transportation.

Apply here: https://www.indianaahec.org/scholarseligibility
Application deadline is September 11, 2022.
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Kicking off day 1 of nurse camp with a speed dating session with a nurse who’s been in the profession for 44 years!!

What is an AHEC?

Let's start with the basics: AHEC=Area Health Education Center, but who doesn't love an acronym.

In Indiana, we have nine regional centers throughout the state that offer programs to diversify the healthcare workforce and educate both future and current healthcare professionals.

To learn more visit https://www.indianaahec.org/

Day 1 of summer camp!

There are only 9 spots open for the PNW Summer Camp in Westville! Hammond is completely full and has a waitlist.

Please have students scan the code or use this link to sign up for PNW’s free nursing summer camp: https://forms.gle/2daqrYwcBjxRpVkj6
Spots are open to all high school Students in NWI on first come, first served basis so please inform students asap if they are seriously interested in attending as these spots will go fast!

Camp is from 9am-3pm July 11th &12th in Westville.
Lunch will be provided but campers will be required to have their own transportation to and from camp.

There are still spots open for the PNW Summer Camps!
Please have students scan the code or use this link to sign up for PNW’s free nursing summer camp: https://forms.gle/2daqrYwcBjxRpVkj6
The camp is open for 35 students for the Westville location and 50 students for the Hammond location.
Spots are on a first come, first served basis so please inform students asap if they are seriously interested in attending as these spots will go fast!
Camp is from 9am-3pm July 11th &12th in Westville and 9am-3pmJuly 18th & 19th in Hammond. Students will only be able to sign up for one location.
Lunch will be provided but campers will be required to have their own transportation to and from camp.

Have you heard? NWI AHEC is still looking for a new Associate Director! Scan the QR code or click the link https://careers.purdue.edu/.../Hammond.../886184900/ to easily apply!!

CONGRATULATIONS to this group of graduating AHEC Scholars. We are proud have been part of your educational journey!
Our third cohort of AHEC Scholars showed tremendous spirit and resilience during the program. We know the 5 of you will do amazing things!
We wish the very best and are excited to see where your career in health care takes you!
#2021-2023

There are still spots open for the PNW Summer Camps!
Please have students use this link to sign up for PNW’s free nursing summer camp: https://forms.gle/2daqrYwcBjxRpVkj6
The camp is open for 35 students for the Westville location and 50 students for the Hammond location.
Spots are on a first come, first served basis so please inform students asap if they are seriously interested in attending as these spots will go fast!
Camp is from 9am-3pm July 11th &12th in Westville and 9am-3pmJuly 18th & 19th in Hammond. Students will only be able to sign up for one location.
Lunch will be provided but campers will be required to have their own transportation to and from camp.

Any questions please feel free to reach out to me directly,

NWI AHEC and Purdue University Northwest has teamed up again to offer a 2 day camp that includes hands-on learning activities with nursing professors, nurses and current nursing students. Camp will run July 11th & 12th on PNW's Westville Campus (35 students) and July 18th & 19th on PNW's Hammond Campus (50 students). Campers must commit to both days on the same campus.

The cost is free and lunch will be provided both days. Here is the registration link for any high school students that are interested in signing up https://forms.gle/2daqrYwcBjxRpVkj6 for additional questions please contact NWI AHEC's Center Director Monique McAlister at 219-989-2489.

NWI AHEC and Purdue University Northwest has teamed up again to offer a 2 day camp that includes hands-on learning activities with nursing professors, nurses and current nursing students. Camp will run July 11th & 12th on PNW's Westville Campus (35 students) and July 18th & 19th on PNW's Hammond Campus (50 students). Campers must commit to both days on the same campus.

The cost is free and lunch will be provided both days. Here is the registration link for any high school students that are interested in signing up https://forms.gle/2daqrYwcBjxRpVkj6 for additional questions please contact NWI AHEC's Center Director Monique McAlister at 219-989-2489.

Have you heard? NWI AHEC is looking for a new Associate Director! Scan the QR code or click the link https://careers.purdue.edu/PNW/job/Hammond-Associate-Director%2C-NWI-Area-Health-Education-Center-IN-46320/886184900/ to easily apply!!