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Pathways to Medicine

Pathways to Medicine is a Health Professions Program initiative that supports students from backgrounds underrepresented in medicine in achieving their pre-health aspirations. Pathways to Medicine was developed by HPP staff, students, and alumni that believe in the following:

Fostering a positive community among pre-health students through experiential learning activities outside of the classroom
Nurturing a spirit of optimism about one's abilities, attributes, and assets regardless of background
Encouraging students through mentorship and reassurance that they are "not going through it alone"
Increasing performance outcomes in sciences and pre-health courses through academic workshops
Exposing students to health-related careers and alternate paths to health professions schools
Creating opportunities for academic support and mentorship from upper-class peers, Geisel students, and Dartmouth alumni in the medical field, particularly those from backgrounds underrepresented in medicine

How do We Accomplish these Goals?

The Pathways to Medicine Committee (HPP Staff and Pathways to Medicine interns) organizes various opportunities each term, such as community dinners, workshops focused on academic success and strategies, and guest speakers to share their journey as a health professional — for all pre-health students.

How can I get Involved?

We strive to be as inclusive as possible, and anyone is invited to join our events and workshops. If you would like to be added to the Pathways to Medicine listserv to hear about upcoming events and opportunities, please sign up for the Pathways Listserv.

Be sure to also look through the Underrepresented in Medicine (URM) page for information about resources and research, internship, and fellowship opportunities!

What is the Pathways Scholars Program?

The Pathways Scholars Program is designed to expose the student to deeper experiential and intellectual growth by focusing on topics around the social determinants of health and health equity. Learn more about the Pathways Scholar Program HERE!