February 2010
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Vol 3, Issue 2
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NC-HCAPnews
a monthly update from the
NC Health Careers Access Program
at Chapel Hill
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| The Director's Corner |
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As we celebrate Black History
Month and reflect upon the numerous contributions made by African Americans, it
is imperative we remember there is still much work to be done. Legends such as Dr. Benjamin Carson, the
first to successfully separate Siamese twins joined at the back of the head,
Dr. Charles Drew, researcher in the field of blood transfusions who applied his
expertise in developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II, and Dr.
Jocelyn Elders, former vice admiral in the Public Health Service Commissioned Corps and the first African American appointed as surgeon general, all paved the way for today's health care professionals. These pioneers are only a few of
the many African Americans who are making great strides in health care. It is the goal of NC-HCAP to increase the
number of underrepresented minorities in this field. Through programs like the
NC-HCAP Health Careers Club, Health Careers Day on the Hill, Health Careers
Information and Enrichment (HCIE) Workshops and the Science Enrichment
Preparation (SEP) Program, we are making our mission a reality. NC-HCAP is in the process of
recruiting students for SEP 2010. We encourage
all of you to refer prospective students to the program, for they are the next
generation of health care professional leaders. Paula Borden
Interim Director |
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| Pre-college Initiatives |
Rivera encourages students to "step it up"
Pre-college coordinator Koyah Rivera spoke to over 300 8th
grade students at Red Oak Middle School in Battleboro, NC
during a recent assembly.
Her talk focused on turning dreams into reality and
highlighted finding their true passion and letting that guide them towards a
career, doing more now than ever before to utilize their full potential in
school, and ignoring peer pressure and staying on course for success.
"It was awesome to have the opportunity to speak to the 8th
graders. It was around the time of the students choosing their high school
courses, so the timing was perfect to remind them of just how important those
course selections are in preparing for college entrance," shares Rivera.
To schedule an assembly or workshop, complete the online registration form or call us at (919) 966-2264. |
| College Initiatives |
NC-HCAP Student Resource Center
Do you have pre-health students who need an extra boost with their academics? Then send them over to the NC-HCAP Resource Center.
We have over 100 books, flashcard sets, audio guides and instructional
DVDs available on a myriad of topics from test preparation to study
aids for specific subject to health career opportunities. No
appointment is necessary - just stop by the NC-HCAP office to check out
items.
 Mark your calendars NOW and make plans to join us!The
Health Careers Club will host the 7th annual Health on the Block
community health fair on March 27, 2010 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Hargraves Center.
Several organizations have already confirmed their involvement. Returning are Unite for Sight, the American Nursing Students Association and the Undergraduate Student National Dental Association. New organizations already on the committed list are the American Red Cross and the Family Violence Prevention Center.
 HCC hosts UNC's Frank Kessler
On Wednesday, January 27th, the Health Careers Club hosted Frank Kessler, an academic skills counselor from the UNC Learning Center. Kessler provided great information on services offered by the center including GRE and MCAT preparation classes, science and math tutoring and study skills workshops. He also advised students on the importance of academics, making use of resources available, how to ask for letters of recommendation and when the appropriate time is to begin preparing for standardized tests.
Support SEP
If you are interested in sponsoring a student in this year's class and would like more information, please contact Paula Borden via email or by calling (919) 966-2264.
SEP is hiring
The SEP Program is now hiring program assistants. Qualified applicants are graduate or professional students with demonstrated proficiency in one of these four areas: organic chemistry, human physiology, physics or math/biostatistics. Experience working with culturally diverse populations a plus. We offer a competitive stipend for the eight-week summer program. If you are interested in applying or would like more information, please contact Jessica Levitt via email or by calling (919) 966-2264.
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| Give to NC-HCAP |
 Pave the way for a future health professional by giving to NC-HCAP.
You may make your gift online. When using Online Giving, please be sure to choose "NC Health Careers Access Program" under the University Designation List, then select "NC Health Careers Access Program (3894)" from the Select a University Fund menu.
Or, mail Check or Money Order Payable to "UNC-CH" to:
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Office of University Development
PO Box 309
Chapel Hill, NC 27514-9931
PLEASE Write In "Designation #3894 - NC Health Careers Access Program" on the "FOR" line of your check.
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North Carolina Health Careers Access Program
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Student & Academic Services Building South, Suite 3307
CB #8010
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-8010
T: 919-966-2264
F: 919-966-6109
nchcap@email.unc.edu
http://nc-hcap.unc.edu
For editorial comments or questions, contact Renee Sprink at rsprink@unc.edu.
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