Objectives of Health Initiatives
- To extend access and quality health services to diverse, low income or underserved populations
- To enhance cultural sensitivity, awareness and professional skills of students by creating a culture of "caring" and empathy for others through real-world, "hands-on" experiences
- To engage students in team problem solving and development of creative solutions to meet the challenges in providing quality health services to individuals, populations or communities with limited or no resources
- To expand student awareness and understanding of international & national healthcare issues through cross-cultural healthcare experiences in both local and global communities
- To strengthen students ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and partner with local and global communities.
- To promote interdisciplinary, international initiatives to enhance exchange of ideas and understanding of the education of health professionals on a global basis