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Urban Service Track/ AHEC Scholars Urban Service Track: formal 2-year curriculum, inter-professional education, clinical training

The Urban Service Track is designed to produce a cadre of well qualified health care professionals committed to serving Connecticut's urban underserved populations. As Urban Health Scholars, participants represent a select group of students enrolled in the University of Connecticut Schools of Pharmacy, Nursing, Medicine, Dental Medicine, Social Work, and Quinnipiac University's Physician Assistant Program. A total of 50 to 52 Urban Health Scholars, eight to ten students per school, are selected each year from among qualified applicants who have a demonstrated commitment to service. Urban Health Scholars gain valuable exposure to the complex and challenging issues of health care in the inner city. A strong mentor-ship component supports Urban Health Scholars as they navigate their own personal and professional development. Students develop competencies in the following areas: culture and linguistics; population health; health policy; advocacy; health care financing and management; leadership; community resources; inter-professional health care teams; and quality improvement. In addition to completing the basic science and clinical curricula of their respective schools, Urban Health Scholars are exposed to a set of inter-professional experiences designed to heighten awareness of the intriguing challenges and unique opportunities in urban communities. Clinical training occurs in federally qualified health centers and other primary care facilities in Connecticut's urban underserved communities. Elective clinical experiences focus on underserved settings such as homeless shelters, community health fairs, and migrant farm worker clinics. Urban Health Scholars, who are eligible for financial assistance, may apply for scholarship and stipend support. Financial support is based on resource availability through the Financial Aid Office on each campus.

07/08/2026

CT AHEC expanding and retaining Connecticut’s healthcare workforce, especially in underserved areas.

🎉 Congratulations to Petra Clark-Dufner! 🎉Please join us in celebrating Petra Clark-Dufner, Executive Director of the Co...
07/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Petra Clark-Dufner! 🎉

Please join us in celebrating Petra Clark-Dufner, Executive Director of the Connecticut Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Network, on receiving the UConn Provost’s Outstanding Service Award.
Thank you for all you do to create healthier communities and a stronger healthcare workforce for Connecticut and beyond.

👏 Join us in congratulating Petra on this well-deserved honor!



https://today.uconn.edu/2026/06/uconn-announces-recipients-of-2026-provosts-outstanding-service-award/?fbclid=IwY2xjawS59HBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFMbTFiV3JDYmtpaENsZHRpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHucGDT2CK3TxlavBbL52cSKE8SHL4QrVeJKDBhQHaFowuocRdUo-y4mX-AhB_aem_2swGr4g6dW4Xaw1FrwcTgg

The award honors those who have demonstrated excellence in service to UConn that far exceeds reasonable expectations

Vieques, Puerto Rico: Pictured (left to right): Dr. Adam Perrin, Sophia Fernandes (2nd-year medical student), Dr. Barbar...
07/06/2026

Vieques, Puerto Rico: Pictured (left to right): Dr. Adam Perrin, Sophia Fernandes (2nd-year medical student), Dr. Barbara O'Neill, Taylor Roy, RN, Jasmine Maggio (2nd-year medical student), Azucena Zecua Herrera, RN, Dr. Kenia Mansilla, Ali DePaolo (2nd-year dental student), and The Rev. Cecil “Ngoni” Tengatenga, S.T.M.

☀️ Introducing Our Summer Team: Highlights So Far! ☀️

Our summer team has already made a remarkable impact through service, leadership, and community engagement!

🌴 June 7–11, 2026 – Team members participated in the Vieques 2026 Community-Based Educational Training in Vieques, Puerto Rico, helping to serve approximately 265 community members through clinical & educational outreach, and community-focused activities

🎓 June 29, 2026 – Students shared their experiences and insights as guest panelists at the Northwestern CT AHEC Medical Careers Club Summer Kick-Off Program at UConn Waterbury, inspiring high school students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare.

🍎 June 25, 2026 – The team also attended the End Hunger Connecticut Policy Summit at Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT, expanding their understanding of food insecurity, policy initiatives, and community solutions.

We are incredibly proud of our summer team for their dedication to community service, health education, and advocacy. Their passion for making a difference is creating a meaningful impact both locally and beyond.

We look forward to supporting their continued efforts throughout the summer. Upcoming events include the Coventry Farmers Market this Saturday, 07/12/26, and the Urban League 5K on July 18, 2026. We encourage everyone to come out and connect with our team as they continue serving our communities

We are excited to see all they accomplish throughout the rest of the summer!

UST/AHEC Scholars and UST Faculty- reminder- Academic Year Closing Program is tomorrow night! Doors open at 6:30pm for l...
04/27/2026

UST/AHEC Scholars and UST Faculty- reminder- Academic Year Closing Program is tomorrow night! Doors open at 6:30pm for light refreshments before the program begins at 7pm.

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04/15/2026

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The proclamation honors her more than three decades of service in strengthening Connecticut’s health professions pipeline and expanding access to health car ...

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