Medi-Gators mentorship program
About the Mentorship Program
The Medi-Gators Mentorship Program intends to connect undergraduates, health professional students (medical, PA, nursing, dental, etc.), and healthcare professionals from similar backgrounds and with similar interests. The goal of this program is to contribute to a more successful and equitable health career pipeline by bringing students and professionals together to support one another and to provide guidance, foster insight, encourage growth, and empower.
Who is in a Mentorship Group?
Members of a Mentorship Group include:
~ 1 healthcare professional
~ 1-2 health professional students
~ 2-4 undergraduate students
Undergraduate students and health professional students are matched with a healthcare professional in a career path/specialty of interest.
Mentorship Program Project
To facilitate relationships among group members and give everyone an opportunity to pursue a professional development project, we are asking each group to work toward solving a problem related to any aspect of healthcare, health education, healthcare access, or community outreach. You do not need to cure cancer or end all health disparities (though, be our guest!).
Groups will meet monthly to work on their project and to discuss suggested topics.
participating in the mentorship program
Monthly Meetings
The Medi-Gators Mentorship Program takes place over a 6-month period, from October through April, with an estimated time commitment of 3-4 hours per month.
Our Medi-Gators team will provide groups with monthly discussion topics to initiate intentional conversation. Groups are expected to discuss these topics in addition to planning and executing their project (detailed above).
Monthly meeting times are coordinated by each group based on availability. Intended meeting times with each group will be shared with the Medi-Gators team to help us follow up with groups. We highly encourage groups to attend monthly meetings in-person to foster stronger relationships; however, groups may meet via zoom if needed.
Project Expo & Reception
The Medi-Gators Mentorship Program Project Expo & Reception is an event celebrating the culmination of the program and the achievements of each group.
During this event, Mentorship Groups will present and display the projects they have been working on over the course of the program.
Top awards will be given in the categories of Healthcare Access, Health Education, Community Outreach, and Overall Most Outstanding.
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Application
Undergraduate Students
Who can apply?
– Applicants must have an affiliation with the University of Florida or Santa Fe College
– Undergraduate students must have earned a Medi-Gators Virtual Shadowing Program certificate
– Applicants must complete a Medi-Gators Mentorship & Professionalism Training (either prior to applying or after being selected)
– Students at any undergraduate academic level may apply, including students in a gap year, post-baccalaureate program, or master’s program
– Students who are eager to serve as a mentee! Students are expected to display a high level of professionalism, passion, and responsibility
Select undergraduate applicants will go through a highly competitive application and interview process.
application
Health Professional Students
Health professional students include medical students, dental students, PA students, nursing students, pharmacy students, etc.
Who can apply?
– Health professional students at any academic level
– Students who will be located in the Gainesville area between October and April are preferred
– Students who are passionate about mentorship! Health professional students in the Medi-Gators Mentorship Program will play a unique role, serving as both a mentor (to undergraduate students) and as a mentee (to the healthcare professional)
Application
Healthcare Professionals
Healthcare professionals at any level of their career are encouraged to complete the Medi-Gators Mentorship Program application.
Due to our program capacity at this time, we are seeking only one healthcare professional per medical specialty. Completion of the application does not guarantee your spot as a mentor; our team will reach out to mentors.
Fall 2024
Undergraduate Mentorship & Professionalism Training
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Vice President of Mentorship Program
Kamilah Carnegie
My name is Kamilah, and I am a graduate student pursuing my Master of Public Health (MPH) degree while continuing on the pre-med track. I serve as the Vice President of the Mentorship Program, where I lead and develop a team, providing mentorship, coaching, and opportunities to support their growth and success. My goal has always been to work in primary care, and I hope to use my public health training to provide the highest quality care to future patients. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, watching movies, and listening to music.
Director of Professional Relations
Ceri Sonnemann
My name is Ceri Sonnemann and I am a third-year Biology and French double major on the pre-medical path. I am part of the Mentorship Program Team where I serve as the Director of Professional Relations. Outside of Medi-Gators I am involved in neurosurgical clinical research and Gators for Haven Hospice. Outside of Medi-Gators I enjoy travelling and reading.
Director of Student Relations
Keira Seow
My name is Keira, and I am a fourth-year majoring in Biology with a minor in Sociology. I serve as the Director of Student Relations for the Medi-Futures Mentorship Program, where I support student engagement and relationships within the program. I am on the pre-CAA track and am interested in pursuing a career as a certified anesthesiologist assistant.
Director of Event Programming and medi-futures mentorship
Claire Dean
My name is Claire, and I am a senior majoring in Health Education and Behavior. I serve as the Director of Event Programming for the Medi-Futures Mentorship Program, where I help plan and coordinate events as a member of the program’s leadership team. I am on the pre-PA track and am interested in pursuing a career as a physician assistant.
general email
Contact Us
medigatorsmentorship@health.ufl.edu