Drexel University’s Office of the President, College of Nursing and Health Professions (CNHP), Office of the Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Office of Research & Innovation have announced an opening in the application cycle for the 2024-25 HBCU-Drexel Health Science and STEM Partnership Pilot Research Awards competition.

This month, the College of Nursing and Health professions is excited to showcase the unique student organizations that align with our diverse range of majors. With over 300 unique student organizations at Drexel, this list is intended to highlight some of the organizations that offer the potential to enhance one’s academic journey, foster community and strengthen career readiness in the fields of nursing and health sciences.

An advocate for building professional connections in healthcare, Vaibhavi Bharadwaj is a Pre-PA track Health Sciences student with a passion for connection.

A passionate advocate for mental health, Reggie Howard wants to create change in his field to serve his community.

Drexel DPT Students of Color held first ever Q&A panel event to discuss racial justice in their profession 

Charlise Williams is passionate about food and dreams of opening her own farm-to-table restaurant.

Alexis Robinson understands the value of exploring your academic options.

PAMA strives to improve academic success, decrease attrition rates and provide support to minority students in Physician Assistant programs

Metchersa Smith is building a career as a maternal-child health practitioner and advocates for inclusive community on campus. 

Tiggle is committed to addressing health care gaps, health disparities and health inequities. To do so, she plans to specialize in bedside nursing for marginalized populations.

Raquel Ramos, a health sciences student, is leaving her mark on Drexel University. She worked with Drexel leadership to get the land acknowledgement included at University events, and this one day emergency physician assistant is making it a mission to advocate for non-English speaking people.

A love of art, a passion for mental health and a comfort in expressing his Mexican heritage, master's student Jason Valdez, BFA `20, found a path to his perfect career as an art therapist and counselor.

Member of the Board of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Marcia Penn, MEd, provides her thoughts on African American Freedom Day, Juneteenth.

The College of Nursing and Health Professions is moving the needle in bringing awareness, support and recognition to diversity, equity and inclusion. Pride Month is celebrated every June and this year we note what the college is doing for all its communities.