UMN Pre-Health Student Resource Center

Learn about global health in Thailand with the Pre-Health Student Resource Center this winter break! In AHS 3002: Global Health in Thailand, you will learn about Thai healthcare for humans and animals and the role of elephants in the Thai culture.

Students in AHS 3002 travel abroad to Chiang Mai, Thailand during winter break. Upon returning, AHS 3002 is an in-person 3-credit course students take during the first half of spring semester.

AHS 3002: Global Health in Thailand: Humans, Elephants, & Disease is open to all students, including freshman. To learn more about AHS 3002, visit healthcareers.umn.edu/node/1231

Applications due by October 1st.

This course is led by Jeffrey Ratliff-Crain, PhD and Kathleen Culhane-Pera, MD, MA.

Jeffry Ratliff-Crain, PhD is a psychology professor in the Interdisciplinary Center for Learning Innovation (CLI) at the U of M Rochester.

Kathleen Culhane-Pera, MD, MA is an Associate Professor of Family Medicine at the U of M Twin Cities. She is a family physician and medical anthropologist who worked for over 30 years with multiethnic communities in St. Paul, MN.

AHS 3002: Global Health in Thailand | Pre-Health Student Resource Center Learn about global health in Thailand with the Pre-Health Student Resource Center! Location:Chiang Mai, Thailand Travel term:Winter break Open to:All years Language:English Course information AHS 3002: Global Health in Thailand: Humans, Elephants, & Disease is a 3-credit course with students traveli...

We got a lot going on and you should check it out! This month is a busy month for the PHSRC, swipe through the post to see what upcoming events we have designed for YOU. We kick off with a global program information session today. If you're considering going abroad with the PHSRC and want to learn more, at is info session. Learn more about each event at our

Do you want to learn how to save some money while applying for a health professional program. Most health professional programs offer fee assistance for applicants! Visit healthcareers.umn.edu/program-application-guide/costs-applying to learn more about fee assistance waivers, if you qualify, and how to apply for fee assistance.

We’re looking to hire an undergrad student as a Global Program and Teaching Assistant for the upcoming school year! Have you traveled abroad with the PHSRC on one of our global programs or otherwise traveled abroad with ? Learn more and apply at the UMN student job site, with job ID 363721.

This position will support marketing and promotion of PHSRC global programs, as well as serving as a TA for students enrolled in those courses this coming year. DM us with any questions!

Join us tonight, Wednesday, July 31 from 6:30-8:00pm for a webinar featuring many different health degree programs at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities! Register online at https://healthcareers.umn.edu/about-us/what-we-offer/high-school-students

Visit the to check out our July spotlight! Emerald Chea is a current PA student at Bay Path University, and graduated from the University of Minnesota Rochester in 2022.

“To overcome impostor syndrome I had to develop a new type of compassion—self compassion. I spent my life having immense compassion for others, but never gave myself that same care. Having self compassion released me from the confines of perfectionism, and shifted my mindset to one of continuous learning.“ - Emerald

July is Disability Pride Month. Swipe through this post to learn more about what disability means, what is, how health professionals can support equity, and resources at the U of M for persons with disabilities. Visit the link in our bio to learn more about the Disability Resource Center.

📣🩺🦷 Calling all high school students who are interested in health careers! 🫀💊🦴 Join us on July 31 from 6:30 - 8:00pm for a webinar to learn all about the many health professional degree programs that the University of Minnesota has to offer!

During this webinar, you will hear a short overview from admissions staff about each of the participating programs, as well as hear from current students in the program or recent alumni.

This session is hosted by the U of M Pre-Health Student Resource Center in partnership with the following participating U of M health science degree programs: , , , Medical Lab Science, , , , , and !!

Register for the July 31 webinar at the or by visiting https://z.umn.edu/healthhighschool

Full text of participating U of M Health Science degree programs: Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Medical Lab Science, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Public Health, and Veterinary Medicine, and the Pre-Health Student Resource Center.

We’re looking to hire two talented undergrad pre-health students to serve as PHSRC Student Teaching Assistant & Peer Advisors for next year! Have you taken an AHS course, and want to help support your fellow pre-health student community? Hop over to hr.umn.edu and search Job ID 362145 to learn more and apply! Reach out to us (DM or email [email protected]) with any questions.

This is an exciting week of learning for the PHSRC, with staff attending two different national conferences! 💡Right now three of our staff are attending the 2024 NASPA Conferences on Student Success in Higher Education in Anaheim, CA. There are three educational tracks focusing on first-generation student success, structural barriers to student success, and using assessment, planning, and data analytics in student success. We’ve been learning a lot and can’t wait to take the knowledge back to our work with pre-health students and with our Health Profession Pathways program!

Come by the PHSRC (2-565 Moos) next Weds, April 17 at 11:30am to learn about the 4 global programs we will be running next year in 2024-2025! Travel with us to Thailand over winter break, Ecuador over spring break, or France or Greece over May term!

We will also be offering a virtual info session on April 29, or fill out the interest form on our global course page to connect with us and get more info!

It was wonderful having the University of Minnesota Board of Regents, along with Executive Vice President and Provost Croson, and Dr. Brian Sick, visit the Pre-Health Student Resource Center today while they were touring around the Health Sciences! We had the opportunity to talk about the way we work we with pre-health students across the entire Twin Cities campus and out into the U of M system - supporting students in exploring and deepening their interest in a health career, helping them connect with experiences on and off campus that build a well-rounded application portfolio, and then help navigate the application process to health degree programs. We shared how amazing students are 👏⭐️ We also told them about our Health Profession Pathways program, which supports students from diverse backgrounds on their road to become future leaders in health care. Some Pathways students were able to join us today to share their perspective! Thanks to our visitors and our student guests!

Happy spring break Gophers! Students in our AHS 3004: Health in Ecuador - Humans, Animals, and Ecosystems class are enjoying their time abroad right now. They spent the first few days in Quito, Ecuador, visiting a hospital, touring the historical city center, and learning with our on the ground hosts at CIMAS. This photo shows the group in front of gorgeous view from the CIMAS office! Today they headed north to visit , an indigenous community and cultural house near the city of Ibarra where they will participate in a Pambamesa, a traditional meal eaten together while sitting on the ground. More from them later!!

The Health Professional School Expo is less than a month away! This year’s expo will feature over 60 exhibitors! Check the to learn more and pre-register!

Happy Valentine’s Day, Gophers! Celebrate all different types of love in your life. Today, the PHSRC is celebrating the love we have for supporting all pre-health students at the University of Minnesota!

February is and the PHSRC wants to draw attention to the topic of health equity. The importance of obtaining health equity for all people, including Black people, is demonstrated in the differences in preventable disease and death. As health professionals, it is important to not just practice equity, but to promote and advocate for it.

For more information about the Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity, visit the

The Health Professional School Expo is less than 2 months away! Pre-register via Handshake at the to network with admissions reps from health professional schools across the country.

UMN students explored the rich tapestry of Thailand’s cultural heritage with AHS 3002 Global Health in Thailand 🌏🇹🇭 From ancient temples to connecting with local hill tribes like Karen and Hmong, every moment was a journey into the heart of global health and cultural understanding.

Congratulations on making it through the fall semester! 😁 The PHSRC wishes you a good winter break and a happy holiday season. For information about our hours over winter break, please refer to our website at the !

In AHS 1612: Future Physician - Life & Work of a Physician, you can spend the ~entire spring semester~ hearing from physician guest speakers about their different medical specialties and careers! Learn from faculty across many departments in and reflect on your career interests! AHS 1612 is a 1 credit class that meets Wednesdays from 3:35-4:25pm in Spring 2024. Past speakers include Dr. Chas Salmen, Dr. David Hamlar, Dr. Michael Pitt (), Dr. Tessa Watt, Dr. David Olson, Dr. Andrew Grande, Dr. Jessika Ralph, and many more!!

Are you curious about our AHS 3004: Health in Ecuador class? Want to learn more and ask our staff some questions? Join us Monday (tomorrow) at 12:30pm on Zoom! No need to register, just log in at 12:30pm using the link at z.umn.edu/phsrcglobal (also ). The application deadline is coming up on December 1, and we think the upcoming Thanksgiving Break would be a great time to work on your application and get signed up!

Today is Give to the Max Day 2023! Meet Eesha, a current 3rd year medical school student at . She worked closely with our office leading to and during her application season, including taking our AHS 3401: Writing a Personal Statement class. By supporting our Pre-Health Scholars Fund for this , you will help make an impact on preparing our next generation of health professionals!

This Give to the Max Day, we’re raising money to strengthen resources and programming for first-generation students, like Yesica, who make up almost 25% of the undergraduate population at UMTC. First-gen students may face greater barriers on their road to a health profession, and your donation can help us support students and break down those barriers!

Support future health care professionals this Give to the Max Day on November 16th! Your donation will go directly towards supporting students who are in the pre-health field to provide exam prep materials, stipends for research and observerships, and support career exploration activities. Use the to build the future of health care.

If you’re looking for Spring 2024 courses, we got you covered! Each course is designed to give pre-health students context and insight into health professions and prepare them to apply to health professional programs. Check the to learn more! Registration opens November 14th.

Join us on Wednesday between 1-2pm in 2-565 Moos Tower to celebrate First Gen Week on campus! There are so many great events going on - student panels, community spaces, and more. Follow to stay in the loop with all events 🤗

Last Friday (10/27), the PHSRC led a site visit to Abbott Northwestern Hospital for pre-health students, including some students from our Health Profession Pathways program. This visit was developed in partnership with the BIPOC Employee Resource Group at

The participating students had the chance to rotate through hands-on stations in the Allina Health Simulation Center, and network with Allina leaders in Administration, Operations, Facilities Management, and Human Resources. Thanks so much to for hosting us!!

Empower yourself to lead the way towards a healthier world. Join AHS 3004 this Spring Break in Ecuador. You will gain insight into the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, analyze healthcare systems, and immerse yourself in rich cultural history. Don't miss out – apply by December 1st. Explore further and apply using the .

Apply by Oct. 8th to join us Thailand or India! Learn more and apply at the !

Join us in Thailand as we learn about health through the scope of culture and environment in Thailand (and visit some elephant‼️).

Join us in India as we learn about the social and cultural contexts of health. 🇹🇭 🇮🇳