Goals of HS-MACA
- To recruit underrepresented or disadvantaged students and faculty in the Health Science schools who will promote health and health equality to a diverse population.
- To provide and promote retention activities for culturally competent underrepresented students and faculty.
- To promote , expand and cultivate cultural awareness to campus and community.
- To address health disparities through teaching, research and community advocacy.
- To seek funding opportunities for innovative, integrative and coordinated approaches for the continued and expanded training of diverse healthcare professionals.
Promoting Health Science Careers
Creighton is eager to recruit, assist and retain qualified disadvantaged students. HS-MACA works to ensure their academic and professional development.
The Office offers:
- Health Careers Seminars
- Summer Research Programs
- Financial Counseling
- Academic Counseling
- Resources for Scholarship searches
- Social and Cultural Activities
- Pre-Health Advising
Multicultural Health Sciences Student Groups Promote Careers
Several Creighton student organizations and programs promote health sciences careers for minority students. These groups offer lifelong personal and career benefits to their members.
Financial Aid:
Special Programs Encourage Minority Enrollment
Creighton offers Disadvantaged Scholarships to promote diverse enrollment in all health sciences programs receive some type of financial aid. Talk to the HS-MACA about how Creighton can assist you in financing the health career of your dreams.