Experiential Learning Program - 2024 Spring

 

Purpose

The purpose of the Experiential Learning Program is to strengthen the Public Health workforce pipeline by preparing high school students to pursue careers in Public Health after post-secondary school graduation.

 

Goals

• PUBH 3130: Social Determinants of Health
• Research Writing
• Public Health Graphic Novel
• Academic Research PowerPoint
• ACT Prep Workshop
• CPR/AED Training
• Microsoft Excel Workshop

 

Student Outputs

Students unlock their potential with our comprehensive program! 
 
Students delve into PUBH 3130: Social Determinants of Health, gaining a nuanced understanding of the field. They also develop expertise in data analysis through an Excel Certification Course, enabling them to drive informed decisions. For juniors with below 30 ACT scores, personalized tutoring ensures academic growth. Additionally, students become certified in lifesaving techniques like CPR w/AED, Stop the Bleed, and Narcan training, building their confidence and skills. They also conduct impactful research on social determinants of health, comparing Shelby County with Tennessee and the United States, and present their findings in a clear Excel document and engaging Research Summary PowerPoint. Finally, they create compelling public health graphic novels, showcasing their creativity and knowledge. 
 
Join us and watch the student’s skills and knowledge soar!

Required Session Dates/Times

 

Session	Venue	Date	Time
Weekend Session	FedEx Institute of Technology University of Memphis	January 20-21; 27-28 February 3-4; 10-11; 17-18; 24-25 March 2-3; 23-24 April 13-14; 20-21	Saturdays 9 am – 5 pm Sundays 2 pm – 5 pm
ACT Prep Session *for juniors with an ACT score below 30	White Station High School	January 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 20, 27 March 19 April 9, 16	Tuesdays 3 pm – 5 pm
PUBH 3130 Virtual Session	Zoom	January 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 21, 28 March 20 April 10, 17	Wednesdays 6 pm – 8 pm

 

Closing Program: Showcasing Achievements!

On Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 6 pm, the University of Memphis hosted an engaging event where we proudly showcased the students’ research and public health graphic novels. Parents, faculty, health department staff, and CDC grant members gathered during the Closing Program to witness the culmination of our students’ hard work and innovative projects. The students had meticulously prepared their presentations, ensuring that every detail reflected their accomplishments.

Instructors

Graduate Assistants