ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ Center for Rural Health & Health Workforce
ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ Center for Rural Health and Health Workforce
The ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ Center for Rural Health & Health Workforce (ACRH-HW) is dedicated to strengthening
ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥â€™s health workforce, with a focus on rural communities and addressing workforce
shortages. The Center oversees various programs, including the ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ Area Health
Education Centers (AHEC), which operate through six regional community-based centers
across the state. As part of the ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥'s role as the state's
health campus, the Center supports health program planning, community partnerships,
and intercampus collaboration. It provides a statewide framework to support health
workforce development, from career exploration and training to continuing education.
Dakota Ramirez, an alumna of the Division of Population Health Sciences, serves as the Community Programs Manager for Special Olympics ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥. She applies her education to create meaningful programs and support families with disabilities, fostering inclusion and empowerment.
Nicole Blue has been part of the Seawolf Women’s Volleyball team since 2020. She’s a champion both on and off the court! The senior is pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a focus in Speech Language Pathology. Blue shares some highlights from her time at UAA.
Rosario Aranda-Borders, an alumna of UAA’s Division of Population Health Sciences, reflects on her time at UAA, offering advice and sharing her future goals as she pursues a Master of Public Health.
Nicole Blue is pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a focus in Speech Language Pathology. She's also a senior player on the UAA women's volleyball team! Blue shared her experiences in the programs.
Faculty members from the Division of Population Health Sciences held a reception to celebrate their graduating Spring class. Friends and family were invited to mark a milestone for students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Health Science (BSHS). Faculty held gold balloons that spelt out 2023 and posed with their students.