2019 Pre-Health Conference

February 13, 2019

On Wednesday, February 13, 2019, nearly 300 students from 15 East Texas high schools gathered at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (UTHSCT) for the second annual Pre-Health Conference. The event served as an opportunity for students to explore educational options, health professions and potential career paths.

UTHSCT Associate Provost Dr. Kent Willis commented, “This is a great opportunity for The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler to partner with local schools and community organizations to promote health careers and educational pathways for students in this region. We see ourselves as a resource to the community in preparing the next generation of caregivers.”

Attendees enjoyed access to presentations on education and careers in medicine, public health, research, and nursing, along with tips and instruction in choosing college majors and minors, resume writing, and communications skills. Multiple colleges and universities offering health-related programs, as well as health industry employers, sponsored information booths for students to visit and learn about various options throughout the region. Participating area colleges and universities included The University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler Junior College, Northeast Texas Community College, East Texas Baptist University, Kilgore College, The University of Texas Medical Branch, and other institutions. Community organizations included the Joint Admissions Medical Program, Black Nurses Rock, Tyler Area Partnership for Education, Southwest Center for Agricultural Health, Injury Prevention and Education, as well as various other organizations from the region.