That's a Wrap!

Healers 2015-2016

I can't believe this year's program is done!  What a year it has been.  Our participants this year were just stellar.  It was a joy to learn so much together and we had so much fun.

In our end of year survey, Doctor for a Day was the overall favorite activity.  However it was clear from the feedback that pretty much all of the activities were so much enjoyed that it was really hard to pick favorites :)  We had 10 sessions that also included: Asset Mapping, Advocacy, Cook's Class at PCC, Medicine and Technology, Photovoice, a Panel of Health Professionals, a "Day in the Life" of a UW student field trip, and a discussion on Health Equity and Service.  The students really gained a basis in core topics in public health, while also getting exposure to a variety of health careers.  

They gave us very helpful feedback-- here is a summary of some of the positive comments:

• "I learned that the ways you can help people is never ending"
  
• "When we were all cooking together, it felt like we were a family!"
• "I learned that to be a healer it isn't only in the medical field.  Doing what you are able can affect others."
• "The pathway to my career is not an easy path, but it will be worth it."
• "Education is a key component to be able to make a difference in the world or your community."
• "I don't know why but this program made me a calmer person."
• "I learned the difference between helping and serving."

And things we can work on for next year:

• "Can you bring a snack other than donuts?" :) We'll try to think of a healthier but enjoyable snack, promise!
• "Make the quiet people talk, call on them and say 'What do you think?'"
• Overall everyone felt that we covered plenty of topics and activities, but if we could find a way to squeeze in even more next year and maybe a couple more field trips that would be even better!  

We will start recruitment for next year's program in August/September and plan to start meeting again in October 2016.  If you are interested, don't hesitate to email us, and don't miss our application forms in the Fall!

Here are some reasons this year's participants thought future students should apply:

• "​Don’t be alarmed by the “Health” in the title, this program isn’t only for students who want to be doctors and nurses"
• "Great connections with people"
• "Very interactive and engaging"
• ​"It’s fun and it provides you with support and shows you the many different ways in helping people."
• "Get to view a variety of careers that provide service for others;" "A chance to explore career options and find out what you like;" "It helps narrow down what you’d like to do in the future"
• "You might get a chance to suture a banana"
• "Students should participate in this because they get to see how health impacts the society.  They get to interact with other students and share their thoughts."

Hope to see you in the fall!  
Have a healthy and beautiful summer, inshAllah.

​In Peace and Health,
Dr. Malik