[UCM LIST: Healthprofadvising-l] FW: Pre-HealthAdv Tilikum Summer Health Experience - Info Sessions Dec. 1st and Dec. 12th

[Noreen Balos]

Date: Tue, Nov 18, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Subject: Pre-HealthAdv Tilikum Summer Health Experience - Now Accepting Applications!



Hello from the Tilikum Summer Health Experience team,

We hope you will consider sharing this email with your networks. The Tilikum Summer Health Experience is NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!  



The Tilikum Summer Health Experience (Tilikum) is a 5-week summer enrichment program specifically designed for college-aged American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) students or students interested in working in Indigenous Communities who are interested in pursuing health professions training. Tilikum is a partnership with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), Portland State University (PSU), the Northwest Native American Center of Excellence (NNACoE), and Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU).



Through a combination of virtual learning and in-person experiences, students will receive academic training, mentorship, and hands-on exposure to the health professions, all while staying connected to their Indigenous heritage.



  *   Academic enrichment: Participants will take core science courses to strengthen their understanding of biology, chemistry, and microbiology, experience skill-building workshops, and learn about the healthcare challenges facing Indigenous communities and how policy can address these disparities.
  *   Indigenous Health & Wellness: Tilikum will include cultural wellness activities, visits to local Indigenous sites, and build strong connections with AI/AN healthcare professionals.
  *   Professional Development: Get hands-on practice in PSU’s Cadaver Lab and OHSU’s Simulation Center, and participate in a Tribal Opioid Response Training led by the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board.
  *   Financial Support: Receive a $1,000/week stipend for your participation in addition to provided meals/meal allowance, housing, and up to $500 in need-based travel support to attend the in-person portion of Tilikum.



The application period for Tilikum is November 1st, 2025, through February 5th, 2026.

•        Students from any background are encouraged to apply and benefit from this enriching experience as they prepare for their careers in the health professions.



Still have questions? Register for a VIRTUAL INFO SESSION<https://ohsu.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8lgFrmOl3OVH2qa> to meet with program leaders and get your questions answered.

•        December 1st at 3 PM PT

•        December 12th at 1 PM PT



Program leaders will also be available during VIRTUAL, DROP IN OFFICE HOURS, Wednesdays, Jan 7 – Feb 4, 2026, Noon – 1 PM PT<https://ohsu.webex.com/ohsu/j.php?MTID=m17ddb2600796f50e00a92d7472919a02>



We'd like to encourage you to review the attached flyer and our website<https://www.nnacoe.org/tilikum-summer-health-experience> for detailed eligibility requirements and FAQs. Please email Tilikum Program Manager Alethea Barlowe (barlowe at ohsu.edu<mailto:barlowe at ohsu.edu>) with questions regarding the program and its application.   



The Northwest Native American Center of Excellence (NNACoE)

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)

nativehealth at ohsu.edu<mailto:nativehealth at ohsu.edu>

https://www.nnacoe.org/

https://www.ohsu.edu/school-of-medicine



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