News
Read the latest news and announcements from the Institute for Community Engagement at KU Medical Center.
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October 16, 2024Rural Medicine Panel Discussion: Inspiring Future Providers for More than 20 YearsFirsthand insights from the front lines of rural medicine can spark interest among attendees as well as detail the realities of working as a small-town physician.
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October 14, 2024Rising Leaders in Health Care: Kansas HOSA Fall Leadership Conference Sets New Milestones in 2024The number of affiliated chapters statewide has expanded from 54 to 59 in the last year, and all signs point to further growth on the horizon.
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September 16, 2024Fall is Filled with Health Career Opportunities for Kansas YouthEngaging programs and events offered by the KU Medical Center Area Health Education Center aim to inspire and prepare students for careers in the health care field.
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September 11, 2024Project Eagle Receives Head Start Expansion Funds to Serve Wyandotte County FamiliesHead Start programs benefit children’s growth in multiple areas as they transition to the classroom.
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August 19, 2024Kansas to Host First-Ever 'U.S. Maternity Care at the Crossroads' SymposiumEvent will offer a unique opportunity for participants to explore solutions to the pressing challenges facing U.S. maternity care
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August 13, 2024Largest Health Care Career Fair in Kansas Expands to Third LocationEvents in Kansas City, Salina and Wichita will connect health care organizations in underserved areas with potential providers.
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July 16, 2024Kansas HOSA Shines at International Leadership Conference in HoustonStudents and high schools throughout the state earned honors and scholarships at the four-day event.
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June 11, 2024Kansas Locum Tenens: Strengthening the Health Care Workforce through Temporary CoverageThe program engages resident physicians, fellows and faculty from the University of Kansas School of Medicine campuses in Kansas City, Salina and Wichita, who provide coverage for primary care.
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June 7, 2024Kansas HOSA Travels to Texas for International EventMore than 10,000 competitors from around the world are expected to attend, with 200 traveling from Kansas.
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May 14, 2024Kansas Conference Draws Experts in Forensic InvestigationProfessionals from across Kansas heard from national and international experts in the field of death investigations
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April 15, 2024Largest Kansas HOSA Gathering Yet Brings Members Together to Meet and CompeteRecord number of aspiring young health care professionals competed in 71 events, putting their knowledge and creativity to the test.
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April 15, 2024Project Eagle Hosts Occupational Therapy Capstone StudentStudent shares sensory processing information and resources with early childhood teachers
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February 16, 2024Exploring the Future of Health Care: KU Medical Center Introduces Innovative Health Career Exploration DayThe University of Kansas Medical Center's Area Health Education Center to host Health Career Exploration Day
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January 16, 2024Kansas Minds Illuminate Night @ The LabAnnual Competition Celebrates Outstanding Cancer Research by High School Teams
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December 19, 2023KU Medical Center Offices Awarded Joint Accreditation StatusReceiving this recognition marks the result of over a decade of dedicated work to expand interprofessional programs on campus and throughout the state.
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December 18, 2023Pursuit of Health Care Dream Leads Back to Kansas RootsUnwavering support at home and positive experiences in AHEC programs strengthened this student’s resolve
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November 30, 2023Rural Health Care Provider Spotlight: P.J. Stiles"One of the best aspects of working in rural medicine is the ability to make a big difference."
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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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May 5, 2023KU Medical Center joins the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan UniversitiesThrough CUMU membership, the medical center gains access to valuable resources and opportunities.
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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.”