STEM and health careers historically lack diversity among the professionals within the fields reducing perspective, and often resulting in disparities in the services they provide. The CU Pre-Health Scholars Program (CUPS) is an academic enrichment program designed to provide resources and guidance to students from diverse backgrounds and identities who are interested in entering health professions. CUPS Scholars will graduate from high school with experience and knowledge to be successful in college and as they move into their chosen careers.
CUPS curriculum supports students’ growth through a variety of academic activities, college visits, mentoring, and exposure to different STEM and health-specific technologies and careers. Students move through the program within a cohort of peers from different schools to collaborate, share ideas, and support each other’s learning during their time in the program. CUPS aims to help students gain a better understanding of themselves, the impact of societal systems on their experiences, and their future careers. Over the course of the four years, CUPS Scholars will participate in classes that focus on enhancing will enhance their self-awareness, critical thinking, collaboration, communication skills, and self-advocacy skills. Through these classes, CUPS Scholars will gain advanced knowledge related to math, science, and literacy.
The CUPS program staff values the perspectives and experiences that CUPS Scholars and their family members bring to the program. At various times staff members may ask scholars or family members for feedback on the program.
