Bouvé Semester & Summer In Programs

Spring 2025 Semester In Programs

Transformative Community Health and Healthcare Experience

Join us in Oakland during Spring 2025 to dive into the world of community health and healthcare. Engage with local communities in advocacy and address health equity issues through coursework and experiential learning with community-based clinical partners. Participate in specially designed experiential coursework that allows you to work with local community partners and engage in advocacy for marginalized community groups. This transformative semester will empower you to become an impactful healthcare professional and an advocacy activator. This unique program offers hands-on learning opportunities, seamless integration of co-op options, and direct access to leading community partners.

Why Health Sciences in Oakland?

Inclusive Leadership and Transformative Learning: The Oakland campus is known for its long history of inclusive leadership, transformative learning, advocacy, and research.
Cutting-Edge Courses: Participate in a specially developed course providing hands-on experience as a health advocate with Alameda Health Systems, one of Oakland’s largest public hospitals.
Experiential Learning: Gain hands-on experience as a health advocate, supporting a diverse population in a fast-paced hospital environment. Learn to navigate the healthcare system and address social determinants of health such as food security, housing, transportation, and public benefits.
Community Engagement: Work directly with and for local communities in Oakland. Learn unique ways to engage and work with and for local communities.

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