Pathways Into Medicine Camp

For incoming St. Mary’s freshmen
June 21-24, 2021

Career Explorations Workshop

For high school students
July 26-29, 2021

Applications will close May 15, 2021.

  • In 2021, these camps will be completely virtual. Camp materials will be mailed to participants. Many of the activities will remain similar, only online.

Contact

Thomas E. (Ted) Macrini, Ph.D.
Professor of Biological Sciences
JAMP Faculty Director
tmacrini@stmarytx.edu

Carly Friedman, Ph.D.
Pre-Health Professions Adviser
cfriedman@stmarytx.edu

In 2010, the St. Mary’s University Department of Biological Sciences received funding to hold its first pre-medical summer camp. Both the “Career Explorations Workshop” (high school juniors and seniors) and “Pathways into Medicine” (incoming St. Mary’s freshman) summer camp are funded by JAMP and have two goals:

(1) Recruit and educate potential JAMP students about the JAMP program and the opportunities it provides, and (2) Present students with a unique, hands-on experience with health care professionals in a medical school environment. Both camps are free of charge.

While each camp is slightly different, typical camp activities include:

  • Presentations on topics such as the JAMP program, medical school admission, medical specialties and more
  • Hands-on laboratory activities including exploring the human brain, learning the art of suturing and arm wrapping
  • Guided tours of University Hospital, UT Health San Antonio, and St. Mary’s University
  • Panel discussion with current JAMP medical students and Pre-medical students
  • Visiting the Bulverde Cadaver Lab
  • Participants in the Pathways Camp will also have time to engage in various evening activities such as community service, pool party, jumping at ThinAir, and movie night.

As a low-income student and the first in my family who will finish college, the continued support of faculty I met through the JAMP Summer Camp has guided me through the many steps needed to become a doctor, including research, networking and familiarizing myself with the health care field.

Jade Evenstad, Biology major, Class of 2021

Applications

Deadline to Recommend: May 15, 2021

Pathways into Medicine / Career Explorations Workshop Summer Camps Recommendation Form

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    I hereby voluntarily waive and relinquish any right of access to this confidential letter of evaluation.
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Camp Recommendation Form

For St. Mary’s Freshmen

Applications will close May 15, 2021.

Pathways Camp Application

For high school students

Applications will close May 15, 2021.

Career Explorations Workshop Registration

  • Name * Required
  • Address * Required
  • What will be your classification in the upcoming school year? * Required
  • Counselor's name * Required
  • Did you have responsibilities in raising other children in your household while attending elementary and/or high school? * Required
    JAMP (Joint Admission Medical Program) is designed to help economically disadvantaged students realize their dream of becoming a physician in the State of Texas. While economic status is not a consideration for admission into our summer camp, preference will be given to those with an existing economic need.
  • How did you hear about this camp?
  • Accepted file types: pdf.
    Only PDF files are allowed.

  • Consent

    By signing this document, I give permission for my child to apply for the Career Explorations Workshop program from July 26-30, 2020, at St. Mary's University. I certify that the information on this application is true and correct, and I agree to abide by the camp rules and policies provided upon acceptance.
  • Parent/guardian consent * Required
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Career Exploration Workshop Application
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