INDIAN HEALTH PATHWAY

The Center of American Indian & Minority Health (CAIMH) supports community youth with a goal of addressing Native American health needs and disparities. The Indian Health Pathway (IHP) is a tool to help guide American Indian students throughout their education. Along with developing skills needed for academic success, the IHP encourages community involvement and helps to support American Indian beliefs and identity. Mentors and teachers help guide student development in five main areas:

Center of American Indian & Minority Health

Medical School Duluth 182 SMed 1035 University Drive Duluth, Minnesota 55812 Telephone: 218-726-7235 Fax: 218-726-8948 Email: caimh@d.umn.edu Web: www.caimh.umn.edu For additional information please contact CAIMH
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Community & Research Cultural Integration

High School Super Stars

Mentorship Academic Enrichment Service/Leadership

Academic Enrichment Service/Leadership Mentorship Research Community & Cultural Integration

June 17th -July 26th 2013

CAIMH activities are supported in part with funding from the Division of Diversity & Interdisciplinary Education, BHPr, HRSA, DHHS (D18HP10618). The contents are solely the responsibility of the Center of American Indian and Minority Health, University of Minnesota Medical School, and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDHHS. 2013 The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

Telephone: 218-726-7235 Email: caimh@d.umn.edu Web: www.caimh.org

High School Super Stars

High School SuperStars is a six-week summer program at the University of Minnesota Medical School Duluth campus for students interested in learning more about health careers and science.

Students participating in High School SuperStars:

What do I need to apply?

Completed application form Two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, school staff or others who can talk about your academic skills Current transcript One-page essay

Use medical case studies to experience how doctors assess patient symptoms and determine a diagnosis using critical thinking and teamwork. Work in groups with University of Minnesota Medical School faculty on fun and interesting science and health related projects that combine problem-based learning with research. Meet other students with similar interests and have the opportunity to establish long-term friendships. Hear presentations from American Indian faculty and healthcare providers. Interact with medical school students who act as mentors and assist students in developing their skills in math, science, reading, and writing. Improve academic skills and develop good study habits for high school and college. Receive a stipend for successful completion of the SuperStars program.

Applications received by

Friday, May 10th, 2013

will be given first consideration. Apply at www.caimh.umn.edu or contact CAIMH to request an application. If you have any questions about the HSSS program wed like to hear from you! Phone: 218-726-7235 Email: caimh@d.umn.edu

Who can apply?

American Indian students Going into grades 11, 12, or recent high school graduates Interest in exploring health careers and/or science