A Commitment To DIVERSITY

Diversity is embedded into the DNA of the Drexel University School of Public Health. Dean Marla Gold chairs the Diversity Committee for the Association of Schools of Public Health and leads a school proud of its diverse faculty half male and female, one-quarter coming from under-represented racial/ethnic minority groups and roughly 15 percent self-identifying as LGBT. This mix is also reflected in our student population, 53 percent of whom are from minority populations. More than half are classified as economically disadvantaged. We are engaged in a robust program of diversity-related research and education. Opening Doors is designed to train the future leaders in health disparities research.

Drexel University SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

The Drexel University School of Public Health continues to build on its commitment to diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating rigorous interdisciplinary academic, research and service programs that emphasize the unique role of social justice and human rights in public health. The School's program prepares its students to make a lasting impact on: 1) diverse communities and neighborhoods 2) healthcare financing and delivery systems 3) research institutions 4) governmental and community-based health and human service organizations

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Warren Hilton
Assistant Dean for Student and External Affairs 215-762-4110 whilton@drexel.edu

Colleen Baillie
Director, Enrollment, Recruitment and Retention 215-762-1224 cpb32@drexel.edu

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The Health Disparities Research Training Program

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What Does The PROGRAM INCLUDE?

Summer (10 weeks) faculty-mentored research projects; non-credit seminar classes for undergraduates Eight-month faculty-mentored research projects; summer non-credit seminar classes for Drexel SPH graduate students Summer (10 weeks) faculty-mentored research projects, and specialized creditbearing courses for Drexel University medical students

How Do I APPLY?
All Program participants will be required to submit an online application available on the Programs website describing their interests, coursework, research, and experience(s) in health disparities research. The applicant will also be required to submit official transcripts and two recommendation letters with at least one from a faculty member who is knowledgeable about the applicants potential to conduct research and pursue a career in health disparities research. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and submit an essay, not to exceed 500 words, that describes any academic or professional experience and/or interests relevant to health disparities research, and the reason for applying to the Opening Doors Program.

What is OPENING DOORS?

The Opening Doors Program provides undergraduate, graduate and medical students with education and training to pursue advanced study and health disparities research. Students enrolled in Opening Doors will participate in summer seminars and receive a stipend to work on faculty-mentored research on a wide variety of topics that influence health disparities including: diabetes, cancer, hunger, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, obesity, violence, autism and environmental health. The School will work with undergraduate partners, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) members and Drexel University to enroll students into the program. The Program is funded by a R25 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

SEMINARS INCLUDE:
History of Health Disparities Research/ Responsible Ethnic Research Conduct Health Disparities Research Research Methods (Qualitative, Quantitative, Mixed Methods) Pathways to Health Disparities Careers Professionalism and Leadership Preparing Articles, Grant Proposals and Professional Presentations GRE prep courses for students who wish to pursue advanced graduate study relevant to health disparities research.

Who Should Apply?

Undergraduates: Juniors and seniors in social and natural science disciplines with a GPA of at least 3.0 at any college or university. Graduate Students: Must be enrolled full-time at the Drexel SPH and have a GPA of at least 3.33. Drexel University College of Medicine Students: Must be enrolled at DUCOM full-time and be in good academic standing. Priority will be given to students in the joint MD/MPH degree program. Priority will be given to students who are racial/ethnic minorities; lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT); people with disabilities; and from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

SPECIALIZED SEMINARS
For Medical School Students
Medical school students will, in addition to the above seminars, matriculate in credit bearing public health institutes related to health disparities. These institutes include: Community Health and Prevention Environmental and Occupational Health Health Management and Policy

The public health profession, including health disparities research, has a developing workforce crisis. Opening Doors provides opportunities for students to fill the need for more health disparities researchers, and help solve some of our most persistent health disparities challenges.
Lisa Bowleg, PhD Associate Professor Drexel University School of Public Health Opening Doors Principal Investigator

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