Connecting Curiosity to Career: Milestone Scholars Take on OHSU Marquam Hill

The OHSU-PSU School of Public Health (SPH) Milestone program recently collaborated with OHSU’s Center for Learner Diversity and Inclusion (CLDI) to host an inaugural campus tour of Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) for undergraduate scholars interested in public health and health careers.

For many participating students, the event offered a series of memorable “firsts”—including their first ride on the Portland Aerial Tram and an immersive look into the daily ecosystem of Marquam Hill.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Public Health Leaders

Early exposure to graduate-level research and health infrastructure is key to cultivating a diverse, highly skilled public health workforce. Through this immersive visit, Milestone scholars interested in health careers gained invaluable insights into how academic preparation translates into community impact and health justice.

“Representation is the catalyst: seeing yourself in a space allows you to visualize it, and ultimately, actualize it! It was a great privilege to be able to explore the campus with Milestone scholars,” says Noni Villalobos, Student Success Program Coordinator.

Thank you to OHSU Center for Learner Diversity and Inclusion for sharing the many OHSU programs, internships, and opportunities available to them as they pursue their undergraduate degrees.
 

Interested In SPH Undergraduate Program & Mentoring

Learn more about our OHSU-PSU School of Public Health undergraduate degrees by visiting our Undergraduate Program or contact our SPH Student Success Center Team at sphsuccess@ohsu.edu.