News
Read the latest news and announcements from the Institute for Community Engagement at KU Medical Center.
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November 14, 2023Growth of Kansas HOSA Signals Strength of Rural ProgramsAcross the amber waves of Kansas, a remarkable growth story is unfolding.
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November 14, 2023Night @ the Lab Contestants Advance to State Competition at KU Medical CenterEvery year, Night @ the Lab crowns regional champions who showcase exceptional talent, dedication and knowledge.
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October 17, 2023Empowering Future Health Care LeadersThe Area Health Education Center (AHEC) is offering two events introducing Kansas high school students to careers in health care.
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October 17, 2023Annual Workshops Draw Participants Statewide for Enhanced Hearing and Vision Screening SkillsArea Health Education Center (AHEC) offers yearly hearing and vision screening workshops across Kansas.
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October 17, 2023Project Eagle Hosts Fall Family EventCommunity partners share information and activities with families in Wyandotte County.
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October 17, 2023Project Eagle Alumni Parent Shares About Her ExperienceWyandotte County program helps single mother access community resources.
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October 10, 2023Annual Fair Brings Together Health Care Employers and Job SeekersThe 2023 Kansas Career Opportunities Health Career Fair welcomed nearly 200 participants and guests in Wichita.
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September 19, 2023Life After Brain InjuryThe Life After Brain Injury seminar is a crucial initiative designed to benefit survivors, their families and health care professionals.
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September 19, 2023Regional Conference to Address Human Trafficking and ExploitationAttendees will gain insights into the two major forms of human trafficking: sex trafficking and labor trafficking.
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August 24, 2023Kansas Early Childhood Transition Task Force Listening SessionsProject Eagle Participates in Gov. Kelly’s Special Task Force
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August 14, 2023The Future of Nursing Begins in the ClassroomWichita conference addresses crucial elements in nursing education
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August 14, 2023At the Heart of It AllCardiovascular event set for medical professionals throughout Kansas, where heart disease is the leading cause of death.
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August 9, 2023Support KU School of Medicine’s Rural Medicine Interest Group with Sponsorships, T-ShirtsStudent interest group is seeking physicians and practices who would like to partner.
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July 18, 2023Kansas HOSA: Future Health Professionals excel at international leadership conferenceMultiple members of the growing Kansas chapter of HOSA: Future Health Professionals were honored for their efforts and contributions.
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July 18, 20232023 Chronic Disease Management Summit Shares Insights and InspirationThe event, which expands upon previous summits that focused primarily on diabetes, also featured breakout sessions on multiple key topics.
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July 18, 2023Annual Event to Bring Health Science Teachers to KU Medical CenterThe first-come, first-serve immersion event for the 16 teachers offered hands-on interactive experience that helps teachers help students interested in a future health care career.
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July 18, 2023The Kansas Bridging Plan Expands to Include OB/GYN PhysiciansThe loan forgiveness program has an impressive retention history, with about 80 percent of participants continuing to practice in Kansas after completing their obligation.
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June 20, 2023Urban Health Care Provider Spotlight: Caitlin Chiles, M.D.Urban underserved communities have greater health disparities and less access to health care, and Caitlin Chiles, M.D. knew she wanted to focus on this population in her hometown.
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January 31, 2023Rural health care teen outreach programs booming across KansasThe University of Kansas Area Health Education Center reports record-setting requests for events such as Night at the Lab and Women in Health Care.
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December 15, 2022Rural Kansas Photo Contest winners illustrate the unique beauty of KansasThe annual rural photo contest, supported by KU Medical Center Rural Health Education and Services, celebrates its 17th year.
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December 13, 2022Project Eagle parent gives thanks for her ‘found’ familyVeronica Fernandez aims to support and promote the family-centered program that she says is ‘the best place in Wyandotte County’
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September 20, 2022Rural Kansas Photo Contest adds two new categories, including an invitation to teen photographersThe contest, sponsored by KU Medical Center’s Rural Health Education and Services, aims to showcase the beauty of Kansas through photographs.
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October 30, 2020To improve COVID-19 infection control, safety and preparedness, KU Medical Center will lead nursing home interactive network in KansasThe University of Kansas Medical Center has been chosen as a training center in Kansas for a nationwide interactive virtual initiative that will share best practices to improve COVID-19 infection control, safety and preparedness in skilled-nursing facilities.
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September 2, 2020Calling all photographers: Enter Rural Kansas Photo ContestA special photo contest sponsored by Rural Health Education and Services at the University of Kansas Medical Center, celebrates its 15th anniversary. Enter your photo.
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June 24, 2020KU Medical Center helps expand use of telehealth during pandemic and beyondKU Medical Center helps expand use of telehealth during pandemic and beyond
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March 11, 2020Journal publishes analysis of KU Medical Alumni Association’s fund for teaching excellenceProfessors at the University of Kansas School of Medicine can apply for a grant from the Medical Alumni Innovative Teaching Fund (MAITF). A history and analysis of the program was recently published in the academic journal “Medical Science Educator: The Journal of the International Association of Medical Science Educators.”