Health Professions Expo

Participating Programs

Sponsors

Vendor Location: University Park, PA

Vendor Website: https://prehealth.science.psu.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Advising"]

Description: Prehealth Advising's mission is to empower students and alumni pursuing health professions by providing comprehensive support and guidance throughout their journey. We foster integrity, responsibility, respect, excellence, discovery, and community as we assist individuals in developing a personalized path to their desired health profession. Through collaborative partnerships across campuses and departments, offices, community organizations, and alumni, we strive to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and ensures equal access to resources.

Contact Name: Prehealth Advising

Contact Email: prehealthadvising@psu.edu

Vendor Location: Miami Shores, Florida

Vendor Website: www.barry.edu/podiatry

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Podiatric (DPM)"]

Description: Barry University's School of Podiatric Medicine offers you the opportunity to earn a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree in four years. With a DPM degree, you can focus on sports medicine, orthopedic surgery, wound care, limb salvage and other disciplines as well as enter required residency training in podiatric medicine in any state in the U.S. As part of a comprehensive university, Barry's program offers you some unique advantages; we invite you to explore our school further as you consider a career in podiatric medicine, one of the most exciting and in-demand fields of medicine.

Contact Name: Dr. Dave Fletcher

Contact Email: dfletcher@barry.edu

Vendor Location: Baltimore, MD

Vendor Website: https://jobs.capyear.co

Program(s) Represented: ["Career/Workforce"]

Description: Looking for clinical experience on your way to medical school or PA school? At CapYear, you can find and apply directly to clinical jobs across a variety of specialties to get real-world experience to prepare you to become a PA or physician. 

Contact Name: R.T. Arnold

Contact Email: rt@capyear.co

Vendor Location: Lock Haven, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.commonwealthu.edu/grad-school

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Athletic Training","Postbacc Programs"]

Description: Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield universities have come together as Commonwealth University. We’ve channeled the Power of Three to deliver access to more high-quality, affordable, and accessible graduate programs.

Contact Name: Bryson Purcell

Contact Email: bjp844@commonwealthu.edu

Vendor Location: Center Valley, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.desales.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Nursing","Speech-Language Pathology"]

Description: DeSales University, located in Center Valley, PA, (just 60 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes from New York City), offers the following healthcare graduate programs: Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Speech-Language Pathology (MSSLP). DeSales has long been recognized as a leader in healthcare education. Our state-of-the-art facilities include a Human Gross Anatomy Laboratory, Standardized Patient Laboratory, and Patient Simulation Rooms with high fidelity simulators. Take the first step toward advancing your career with a graduate degree from DeSales University!

Contact Name: Julie Ferraro

Contact Email: julie.ferraro@desales.edu

Vendor Location: Erie, Pennsylvania

Vendor Website: https://www.lecom.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)","Medical - Podiatric (DPM)","Dental","Physician Assistant","Postbacc Programs"]

Description: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, the nation’s largest medical college with campuses in Erie and Greensburg, PA; Bradenton, FL; and Elmira, NY, offers a quality medical education at an affordable price with one of the lowest, private medical college tuitions. LECOM is a leader in innovative, student-centered medical education with five learning pathways leading to a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. The majority of LECOM graduates become primary care physicians. US News & World Report ranks LECOM in the top five medical colleges for graduating primary care physicians. LECOM receives the most medical school applications in the country. 

Contact Name: Dustin Cassell

Contact Email: dcassell@lecom.edu

Vendor Location: Lombard, IL 

Vendor Website: https://www.nuhs.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Chiropractic","Naturopathic; Acupuncture"]

Description: National University of Health Sciences is a leader in the growing field of integrative medicine and is respected worldwide for success in balancing healing arts and science, combining broad-scope integrative medicine with patient-centered care. At NUHS you’ll find outstanding preparation in integrative health care professions such as chiropractic, naturopathic medicine, and acupuncture.

Contact Name: Danny Hodorowski

Contact Email: dhodorowski@nuhs.edu 

Vendor Location: Hershey, PA 

Vendor Website: https://med.psu.edu/md

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)","MD/PhD Program "]

Description: Penn State College of Medicine offers a complete medical education program leading to the MD degree. Its central campus is located in Hershey, PA., adjacent to Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, which is a part of Penn State Health's multi-hospital health system. Our goal is to train humanistic, systems-ready physicians who are adaptive, critical thinking, collaborative, and scholarly.

Contact Name: Bernadatte G. Gilbert, MD 

Contact Email: bgilbert1@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

Vendor Location: Philadelphia, PA

Vendor Website: https://postbac.cst.temple.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Postbacc Programs"]

Description: The CST Postbacc Pre-Health Program is an academically-focused postbacc program that offers a unique educational environment and curriculum/support structure for pre-med-, pre-PA-, and pre-dent-focused students who need an opportunity to either take their professional school pre-requisite courses (career changers) or take high-level biology and biochemistry coursework (academic enhancers) to prove themselves ready for professional school.

Contact Name: Bob Rarig

Contact Email: rarig@temple.edu

Vendor Location: State College, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/specialty-careers/health-care.html

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)","Medical - Osteopathic (DO)","Dental","Optometry","Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy","Nursing","Military"]

Description: US Army Healthcare Recruiting is an organization that helps healthcare professionals and students achieve their dreams through scholarships and rewarding career opportunities in the ArmyMedical Department!

Contact Name: Shaye Snyder

Contact Email: shaye.r.snyder.mil@army.mil

Programs Attending

Vendor Location: Albany, New York

Vendor Website: https://www.acphs.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Public Health","Postbacc Programs","Career/Workforce"]

Description: At ACPHS, you will get hands-on experiences conducting hyper-focused research projects, working with community organizations to boost health outcomes in marginalized areas and grasping the fundamental sciences necessary to excel in one of six master’s programs. When you combine how these experiences make you marketable for high-salary positions after graduation with the robust financial aid offerings, it is no surprise that ACPHS has been ranked number one for return on investment among colleges in New York, and second nationally!

Contact Name: Andrew Nagle

Contact Email: Andrew.nagle@acphs.edu

Vendor Location: Bethesda, MD

Vendor Website: https://www.aacom.org 

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)"]

Description: The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) is the leading voice for the education and training of physicians who practice osteopathic medicine in settings ranging from primary care to pediatrics. We support colleges of osteopathic medicine in their efforts to attract and train future physicians who are fueled by a desire to make a difference, to treat the whole person and build a future of health and wellness for all people.

Contact Name: Regina Bowman-Goldring

Contact Email: rbowman-goldring@aacom.org

Vendor Location: 655 K St. NW, Washington, DC 20001

Vendor Website:https://students-residents.aamc.org/

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)","Medical - Osteopathic (DO)"]

Description: The AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges) is a nonprofit association dedicated to improving the health of people everywhere through medical education, health care, medical research, and community collaborations. Visit us to learn about our various premed services, including the Medical College Admission Test® (MCAT®), AAMC PREview™ Professional Readiness Exam, AAMC Fee Assistance Program (FAP), and American Medical College Application Service® (AMCAS®).

Contact Name: Cate Jackson

Contact Email: Cmanley@aamc.org

Vendor Location: Binghamton, New York

Vendor Website: https://www.binghamton.edu/pharmacy-and-pharmaceutical-sciences/

Program(s) Represented: ["Pharmacy"]

Description: Binghamton University’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SOPPS) is a research-intensive professional school offering the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. We also offer a doctoral program leading to a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences. The pharmacy school educates students who understand the value of evidence-based, patient-centered pharmaceutical care and innovative research. Our graduates will serve their communities in socially responsible ways to improve health and well-being.

Contact Name: Nathan Potchinsky

Contact Email: Npotchinsky@binghamton.edu

Vendor Location: Manhattan Beach, CA

Vendor Website: https://blueprintprep.com/mcat

Program(s) Represented: ["Test Prep"]

Description: Blueprint MCAT is disrupting the test prep industry with one simple idea: students learn more when they are having fun. Our team of innovators creates the most engaging video lectures, personalized study planning tools, and adaptive learning technology. We are dedicated to helping our learners achieve results they never thought possible. Blueprint teaches you how the MCAT thinks. Our exams & interface are the most representative, after the AAMC, so you will be extra prepared and confident on test day. Because we’re so confident in our methodology, we guarantee that your score will increase, or your money back. Recent results showed students increased their MCAT score by an average of 15 points! Stop by the Blueprint booth today to access a FREE Practice Exam, Flashcards, and much more!

Contact Name: Emma Rand

Contact Email: emma.rand@blueprintprep.com

Vendor Location: Buies Creek, NC

Vendor Website: https://cphs.campbell.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Public Health","Pharmacy"]

Description: Campbell University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences offers competitive degrees in higher education for careers in Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Clinical Research, Public Health and Pharmaceutical Sciences. We are less than 1 hour from Research Triangle Park, one of the largest healthcare hubs in the country. Our mission is to educate the next generation of competent and compassionate healthcare clinicians and leaders.

Contact Name: Laura Gerstner

Contact Email: reedl@campbell.edu

Vendor Location: Lillington, North Carolina

Vendor Website:https://medicine.campbell.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)","Postbacc Programs"]

Description: As the first and only osteopathic medical school established in the state of North Carolina, Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine provides students with a seamless transition from learning to delivering the highest quality patient care in the communities they serve. With an approved class size of 150 students annually, Campbell Medicine is the second largest medical school in the state of North Carolina. Our biomedical and clinical faculty prepare students to be lifelong learners and practitioners that are holistic in their approach. Campbell physicians come from all socioeconomic backgrounds and often return to their communities to serve and lead with purpose.

Contact Name: Joseph Griffin

Contact Email: jgriffin@campbell.edu

Vendor Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.carlow.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Public Health","Occupational Therapy","Nursing"]

Description: Carlow University is rooted in its Catholic identity and embodying the heritage and values of the Sisters of Mercy, the mission of Carlow University is to make available transformational educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.

Contact Name: Kali Aughenbaugh

Contact Email: kaughenbaugh@carlow.edu

Vendor Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.chatham.edu/index.html

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy","Nursing","Athletic Training","Biomedical Studies"]

Description: Now fully coed, Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA, has over 2,100 undergraduate and graduate students (on-campus and online) in over 60 programs in the health and lab sciences, sustainability, business and communications, and the arts and humanities. Chatham is the alma mater of environmental icon Rachel Carson (Class of ’29), and is recognized as a leader in the field of sustainability, having been selected as one of the Top 50 Green Colleges by The Princeton Review, named in the top 20 of Sierra Magazine's list of "Cool Schools" and mentioned in a 2012 Forbes article as one of the places "contributing to Pittsburgh's transformation into a destination for green living."

Contact Name: Jacob Cribbs

Contact Email: j.cribbs@chatham.edu

Vendor Location: New York, NY

Vendor Website: https://www.ihn.cuimc.columbia.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Nutrition"]

Description: The mission of the Institute of Human Nutrition (IHN) is to provide outstanding academic and professional education in human nutrition, and to conduct basic science and translational research on the role of nutrition in human health. In keeping with its mission, IHN conducts, coordinates, and leads nutrition research and education activities throughout Columbia University and its affiliated institutions, with the goal of advancing the understanding of the importance of nutrition for individuals and populations worldwide. These activities include basic research, clinical research, public health–preventive medicine programs, and education and training at many levels. A long-standing goal of the Institute is to train individuals for scholarly activities and for positions in universities and research centers that are in the forefront of the movement to advance nutrition as a health science.

Contact Name: Alexander Sosa

Contact Email: sa96@cumc.columbia.edu

Vendor Location: Philadelphia, PA

Vendor Website:https://drexel.edu/medicine/

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)"]

Description: Drexel University College of Medicine's strengths will be synergy and integration in the areas of biomedical research and education, technology, and clinical care. We will continue to build on our strong foundation of outstanding medical research, education, and compassionate care of our patients, bolstered by an exceptional, dedicated and diverse faculty, professional staff, and student body. Our emphasis on translational research, integrating the clinical and basic sciences, will significantly strengthen the College's and University's collective contribution to meeting the healthcare needs of society. Continued excellence in these areas will expand our national and international reputation as a medical school committed to the creation of new scientific knowledge and innovative pedagogy for the benefit of our patients, students and humanity.

Contact Name: Allie Bausinger

Contact Email: ab4765@drexel.edu

Vendor Location: Philadelphia, PA

Vendor Website: https://drexel.edu/medicine/academics/graduate-school/

Program(s) Represented: ["Postbacc Programs"]

Description: Our pre-medical and pre-health programs have helped talented students develop strong, well-rounded academic portfolios, and become competitive candidates for health professional schools. Since launching our first program in 1981, we expanded our programming to respond to the diverse needs of applicants to the health professions. We now offer five distinct master’s level record-enhancer programs, one- and two-year options, and an evening certificate program for career changers. Our goal is to accommodate students with varying degrees of academic preparation, diverse backgrounds, and different career goals in the health professions.

Contact Name: Bency Oonnoonny

Contact Email: bo25@drexel.edu

Vendor Location: Danville, Pennsylvania, USA

Vendor Website: www.Geisinger.org

Program(s) Represented: ["Workforce"]

Description: At Geisinger, we're not afraid to do things differently when it comes to delivering innovative patient care and a rewarding career. We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages, including health insurance, compensated vacation time and holidays, a 401(k) plan and more. Geisinger comprises 13 hospital campuses, two research centers, a college of medicine and a nearly 600,000-member health plan serving more than three million residents in central, south-central and northeast Pennsylvania and beyond.

Contact Name: Kelly Stiner

Contact Email: kstiner@geisinger.edu

Vendor Location: Scranton, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.geisinger.edu/education

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)","Master of Biomedical Sciences"]

Description: Through our Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS) programs, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine educates aspiring physicians and scientists to serve society using a community-based, patient-centered, interprofessional and evidence-based model of education that is committed to inclusion, promotes discovery, and utilizes innovative techniques.

Contact Name: Lauren Perry

Contact Email: lperry2@geisinger.edu

Vendor Location: Manassas, VA

Vendor Website: https://science.gmu.edu/georgesquared

Program(s) Represented: ["Postbacc Programs"]

Description: GeorgeSquared (Advanced Biomedical Sciences) is a collaboration between George Mason and Georgetown Universities that offers a nine-month pre-health preparatory, graduate-level program designed to help qualify students for medical, dental, or other health professional schools.

Contact Name: Kristen Wever

Contact Email: kwever2@gmu.edu

Vendor Location: Washington, DC

Vendor Website: https://smp.georgetown.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Postbacc Programs"]

Description: The Special Master's Program in Physiology (The SMP), is a one year masters program tailored to college graduates who wish to strengthen their academic record to medical school. SMP students take medical classes with the 1st year medical students at Georgetown SOM. Alumni attend medical schools around the country.

Contact Name: Amy Richards

Contact Email: ayr@georgetown.edu

Vendor Location: Sayre, PA, USA

Vendor Website: https://www.guthrie.org 

Program(s) Represented: ["Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy","Nursing","Athletic Training","Career/Workforce"]

Description: Guthrie is a not-for-profit, integrated health care system designed to offer patients a full-spectrum of health services incorporating primary care, complex specialty care, behavioral health services, surgical services, inpatient care, durable medical equipment services, home health, long-term care, palliative care and hospice care. Our integrated approach creates a better experience for our patients and is working to decrease the cost of the delivery of health care.

Contact Name: Nicole Wilber

Contact Email: nicole.wilber@guthrie.org

Vendor Location: Providence, RI

Vendor Website: https://www.jwu.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Public Health","Occupational Therapy","Nursing","Physical Therapy","Postbacc Programs"]

Description: Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with more than 8,000 graduate, undergraduate and online students at its campuses in Providence, Rhode Island and Charlotte, North Carolina. An innovative educational leader, the university offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs in arts and sciences, business, engineering, food innovation, hospitality, nutrition, health and wellness. It also offers undergraduate programs in culinary arts, dietetics and design. JWU’s unique model provides students with the personalized attention, academic expertise and industry connections that inspire professional success and personal growth. The time students spend at JWU is nothing short of transformative, as demonstrated by career outcomes, expected earnings and economic mobility rankings. The university’s impact is global, with alumni in 130 countries pursuing careers worldwide. For more information, visit jwu.edu.

Contact Name: Katie Spolidoro

Contact Email: KSpolidoro@jwu.edu

Vendor Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Vendor Website: https://www.kaptest.com/

Program(s) Represented: ["Test Preparation"]

Description: The smartest way to practice is with us. Kaplan helps individuals achieve their educational and career goals. We offer test preparation for the MCAT, LSAT, GRE, GMAT, DAT, OAT and many other exams. To learn more check out https://www.kaptest.com.

Contact Name: Sarah Barcousky

Contact Email: sarah.barcousky@kaplan.com

Vendor Location: Bethlehem, PA

Vendor Website: https://health.lehigh.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Public Health"]

Description: Lehigh’s College of Health is a leader in improving human health outcomes through interdisciplinary studies and research in population and community health and health innovation and technology. Graduate classes are offered online and in-person, providing students options that fit into today's busy schedules. Our MPH prepares graduate students to work in a variety of local, state, national, and global public health research, practice, and policymaking settings. The MS and PhD in Population Health degree prepares students to investigate and address health determinants using data science and develop novel and effective avenues for disease diagnosis and prevention, health promotion, and intervention.

Contact Name: Jen Topp

Contact Email: jet211@lehigh.edu

Vendor Location: State College, PA

Vendor Website: https://mountnittany.org/

Program(s) Represented: ["Physical Therapy","Nursing","Athletic Training","Career/Workforce"]

Description: To our patients, Mount Nittany Health is dedicated to making the people in our community healthier with best-in-class practices and unmatched compassion. Originally established as a community hospital, we've grown exponentially to add the care our community needs, where they need it.

Contact Name: David Baus

Contact Email: david.baus@mountnittany.org

Vendor Location: New York, NY

Vendor Website: https://www.nycpm.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Podiatric (DPM)"]

Description: The New York College of Podiatric Medicine, the first college of podiatric medicine, has a proven track-record of over one-hundred years of quality training resulting in the graduation of 25% of all active podiatric physicians. Students not only gain an intellectual and academic advantage at NYCPM, but an unparalleled range of cultural experiences by leveraging the New York City landscape. The size of the school and the supportive faculty provide for an intimate, close-knit community. Students live and work in a vibrant scientific and cultural community, offered by the City’s human and intellectual diversity. This is what shapes our culturally-competent practitioners. Tomorrow’s leaders in podiatric medicine are enculturated through a wealth of formative academic, social, and cultural experiences that only New York City can provide.

Contact Name: Agatha Castelino

Contact Email: Acastelino@nycpm.edu

Vendor Location: Valhalla, NY

Vendor Website: www.nymc.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)","Dental","Physical Therapy","Public Health","Occupational Therapy","Postbacc Programs","Basic Medical Sciences"]

Description: New York Medical College offers an exceptional education and hands-on training for a wide range of careers. Our three schools – the School of Medicine, the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, and the School of Health Sciences and Practice – offer robust curricula, talented faculty, and opportunities for students to gain practical experience, both in the community and within our network of affiliate institutions

Contact Name: Nick Sekkas

Contact Email: nsekkas@nymc.edu

Vendor Location: Seneca Falls, NY

Vendor Website: https://www.northeastcollege.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Chiropractic"]

Description: For more than 100 years, Northeast’s Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) program has provided a rigorous, evidence-informed education focused on treatment of the spine, neuromusculoskeletal health and overall patient wellness. Northeast’s future doctors gain expertise in chiropractic methods and techniques, as well as take part in diverse hands-on clinical experiences. The College’s immersive chiropractic education prepares graduates for successful careers as integrated healthcare leaders who help transform the overall health of their communities.

Contact Name: Katie Burgess

Contact Email: kburgess@northeastcollege.edu

Vendor Location: DuBois, PA

Vendor Website: www.phhealthcare.org

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)","Medical - Osteopathic (DO)","Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy","Nursing","Postbacc Programs","Career/Workforce"]

Description: At Penn Highlands Healthcare we provide residents of the communities we serve with access to the region’s best hospitals, physicians, home care agency, nursing homes and other affiliates who believe that healthcare should be managed by local board members. *State College Hospital Opening Summer of 2024*

Contact Name: Lisa Smith

Contact Email: LLSmith1@phhealthcare.org

Vendor Location: University Park, PA

Vendor Website: https://hhd.psu.edu/nutrition/graduate-program

Program(s) Represented: ["Postbacc Programs"]

Description: The Penn State Department of Nutritional Sciences offers three flexible graduate programs: 1) Online Master of Professional Studies (MPS); 2) Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences; 3) M.S. in Nutritional Sciences. These programs provide advanced training in research, leadership, education, and community engagement. Penn State Nutritional Sciences graduate students take part in a breadth of experiences that include applied research in clinical and community settings, as well as a robust body of research focusing on cellular and molecular mechanisms of specific nutrients in relation to metabolism and other physiological properties. Ranked as one of the nation’s top programs of its kind by The National Research Council, the Penn State Nutritional Sciences graduate program promotes and develops leaders in nutrition and graduates who are proficient in the use of evidence-based strategies to improve health and optimize quality of life. Whether pursuing your MPS, Ph.D. or M.S. you’ll learn by working alongside expert faculty who are leaders in the field to gain scientific perspective on how to positively impact people’s lives through nutritional practices.

Contact Name: Kristina Petersen

Contact Email: kup63@psu.edu

Vendor Location: Hershey, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers

Program(s) Represented: ["Nursing"]

Description: Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties in central Pennsylvania. It employs more than 16,500 people systemwide. The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Children’s Hospital, and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, PA., Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, PA, Penn StateHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, PA, Hampden Medical Center in Enola, PA, and our brand new hospital Lancaster Medical Center. In addition, there are more than 2,300 physicians and direct care providers at more than 125 medical office locations. Additionally, the system jointly operates various healthcare providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center, Hershey Endoscopy Center, Horizon Home Healthcare and Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute. In December 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region. Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with PennState College of Medicine, the University’s Medical School. With campuses in State College and Hershey, PA., the College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $100 million in funded research and more than 1,700 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, other health professions and biomedical research.

Contact Name: Thyda Chea

Contact Email: talentacquisition@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

Vendor Location: University Park, PA

Vendor Website: https://hhd.psu.edu/kines/graduate/master-athletic-training

Program(s) Represented: ["Athletic Training"]

Description: Penn State’s Master of Athletic Training (MAT) degree delivers a person-centered curriculum designed to provide learners with cutting-edge knowledge and skills necessary to excel as a versatile health care provider in diverse practice settings. Through an integrative framework that promotes evidence-informed decision-making, inter-professional collaboration, and cultural competence, students develop attitudes and habits that cultivate career enrichment and meaningful lifelong learning. As an accredited program, educational experiences are structured to prepare candidates to successfully achieve standards set forth by the national Board of Certification and related state regulatory agencies required to practice as an athletic trainer.

Contact Name: Brent Smith

Contact Email: bis10@psu.edu

Vendor Location: Hershey, PA

Vendor Website: https://med.psu.edu/phs

Program(s) Represented: ["Public Health"]

Description: Located on the campus of Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pa., Penn State College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $150 million in funded research annually. Projects range from development of artificial organs and advanced diagnostics to groundbreaking cancer treatments and understanding the fundamental causes of disease. Enrolling its first students in 1967, the College of Medicine has more than 1,700 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, other health professions and biomedical research in both Hershey and State College, Pa. Penn State College of Medicine's public health graduate programs aim to advance theory and practice that prepare future public health leaders, improve population health, and reduce health disparities through excellence in education, research and service. The Department of Public Health Sciences is well-positioned in the dynamic and supportive environment at Penn State College of Medicine and the Penn StateHealth Milton S. Hershey Medical Center to foster discovery and growth in the areas of education, research, and practice. Our commitment to improving the health of the population in unparalleled in the region.

Contact Name: Carol Laregina

Contact Email: claregina@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

Vendor Location: University Park, PA

Vendor Website: https://nursing.psu.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Nursing"]

Description: Penn State's Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing offers multiple options for current non-nursing undergrads to pursue their BSN degree and enter the nursing profession. Stop by our table to learn about our Second Degree program and the transfer/COM process for our General BSN program!

Contact Name: Cody Hoffman

Contact Email: cah82@psu.edu

Vendor Location: Philadelphia, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.pcom.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)","Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Forensic Medicine, Psychology, "]

Description: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is dedicated to the education of students in medicine, health and behavioral sciences. We specialize in educating health professionals to care for the whole person and advance the health of diverse communities.

Contact Name: Joe Tuzzi

Contact Email: josephtu@pcom.edu

Vendor Location: Stratford, New Jersey 

Vendor Website: https://som.rowan.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)"]

Description: Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine prepares future physicians and scientists who are committed to improving health in New Jersey and throughout the nation. To advance our mission we: develop clinically skillful, compassionate and culturally competent physicians from diverse backgrounds who are grounded in our osteopathic philosophy and ready to meet future healthcare workforce needs; advance research, innovation and discovery to improve health and solve the medical challenges of today and the future; and we provide exceptional patient-centered care, with an emphasis on primary and interprofessional team-based care that responds to the needs of the community including underserved and special needs populations.

Contact Name: Jenna DeStefano 

Contact Email: destefanj0@rowan.edu

Vendor Location: Piscataway, NJ

Vendor Website: https://sph.rutgers.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Public Health"]

Description: Founded in 1983 within the former UMDNJ, we have locations in Newark and New Brunswick as well as hybrid and remote course options. Under the leadership of Dean Perry N. Halkitis, the school has become a leader in bioethics, cancer health disparities, climate change and planetary health, HIV, COVID-19, TB, and other infectious diseases, modern statistical methods, pharmacoepidemiology, sexual and reproductive health, LGBTQ+ health, population aging and mental health, gun violence prevention, and much more.

Contact Name: Brittany Gerstik

Contact Email: brittany.gerstik@rutgers.edu

Vendor Location: Elkins Park, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.salus.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Optometry","Physician Assistant","Occupational Therapy","Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology, Orthotics & Prosthetics"]

Description: Salus University is a graduate-level, health sciences university located in Elkins, Park, PA. The university consists of 3 colleges and we operate three clinical facilities for our optometry/low vision, audiology, and speech-language pathology programs. 

Contact Name: Ryan Hollister

Contact Email: rhollister@salus.edu

Vendor Location: Grenada, Grenada

Vendor Website: www.sgu.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)","Enrichment Programs"]

Description: St. George's University, School of Medicine has over 22,000 MD alumni and is the largest source of doctors into first-year US residency programs. In 2023, SGU graduates matched with 1000+ residencies, maintaining a 95% average match rate over 3 years. No other medical school provides more new doctors into the US healthcare system! SGU is the largest source of doctors licensed to practice medicine in the US, graduating over 13,000 licensed US physicians. Clinical network of 75+ hospitals and medical centers in the US, Canada, and in the UK. SGU’s accreditation is recognized by the US DOE and WFME.

Contact Name: Makayla Hall

Contact Email: mhall1@sgu.edu

Vendor Location: Bethlehem, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.slhn.org/school-of-medicine

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)"]

Description: Temple/St. Luke’s seeks bright, academically talented, and highly motivated individuals who are committed to service and are eager to become physicians of the highest caliber. At Temple/St. Luke’s, you will find an enthusiastic faculty who are eager to share their knowledge and skills with the next generation of physicians. You will find the energy and excitement of an innovative program firmly grounded in outstanding practices that come from decades of experience. With our small class size, you will find an intimate and interactive learning environment that will inspire you to achieve your full potential in medicine. 

Contact Name: Nicholas Savant

Contact Email: nicholas.savant@sluhn.org

Vendor Location: Philadelphia, PA

Vendor Website: http://podiatry.temple.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Podiatric (DPM)"]

Description: Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine offers a four year professional degree leading to Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.). TUSPM is part of a major university with a comprehensive allopathic health sciences center. 

Contact Name: Susan Huggins

Contact Email: shuggins@temple.edu

Vendor Location: New York, NY

Vendor Website: https://www.princetonreview.com/

Program(s) Represented: ["Graduate Test Prep "]

Description: For more than 40 years, students and their families have trusted The Princeton Review to help them get into their dream schools. Our mission is to provide personalized, innovative, best-in-class private tutoring, test prep, and admission products and services to help students knock down barriers and achieve their academic goals. We are solely on the side of the students—we are not affiliated with any of the test developers.

Contact Name: Ashley LaFrance

Contact Email: ashley.lafrance@review.com

Vendor Location: Main Campus: 230 WEST 125TH STREET NEW YORK, NY 10027

Vendor Website: https://tourocom.touro.edu/ 

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)","MS Program"]

Description: TouroCOM-NY has 3 campuses, Harlem, NYC; Middletown, NY; Great Falls, MT. We take both a patient-centered and scientific approach to health and disease. In our program, you’ll not only learn the foundations of medical science and disease treatment, but also how to navigate complex situations with cultural competence and ethics. You will excel in education and learn therapeutic osteopathic techniques that add another layer to your medical practice.

Contact Name: Francis (Frank) Rose

Contact Email: francis.rose@touro.edu

Vendor Location: NY, NY

Vendor Website: https://shs.touro.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy"]

Description: Interested in a career in occupational or physical therapy? Earn your degree at Touro's School of Health Sciences, where you'll find hands-on clinical education taught by expert faculty who are active practitioners in the field. Our small class sizes and dedicated mentorship ensure you are ready for professional success. Plus, we have two accessible locations in Times Square, NYC, and Central Islip, Long Island. dpt@touro.edu ot@touro.edu

Contact Name: Staci Rosen

Contact Email: srosen17@touro.edu

Vendor Location: Boston, MA

Vendor Website: https://medicine.tufts.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Public Health","Biomedical Sciences"]

Description: Tufts University School of Medicine is committed to preparing students to become skilled and dedicated clinicians, scientists, public health professionals, and researchers who want to improve health care for all. Our students are primed to make an impact on the world by enhancing the experience of individual care, improving the health of populations, and reducing the cost of healthcare.

Contact Name: Nate Ware

Contact Email: nathaniel.ware@tufts.edu

Vendor Location: Bethesda, MD

Vendor Website: https://www.usuhs.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)"]

Description: At Uniformed Services University, students become part of an elite group of health care professionals and researchers across all military services and the Public Health Service. Students gain an advanced skill set through exciting and rewarding opportunities that follow them throughout their lifetime. In addition to the unique medical curriculum, students are challenged with an outstanding leadership and ethics program, learning in a multiservice environment to become the nation’s next generation of military leaders.

Contact Name: Carolyn Mack

Contact Email: carolyn.mack.ctr@usuhs.edu

Vendor Location: Chicago, Illinois

Vendor Website: https://pritzker.uchicago.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)","MD/PhD"]

Description: At the University of Chicago, in an atmosphere of interdisciplinary scholarship and discovery, the Pritzker School of Medicine is dedicated to inspiring diverse students of exceptional promise to become leaders and innovators in science and medicine for the betterment of humanity.

Contact Name: Sara Roser-Jones

Contact Email: sroserjones@bsd.uchicago.edu

Vendor Location: Biddeford, ME

Vendor Website: https://www.une.edu/com

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)"]

Description: UNE's College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNE COM) has been transforming students into health care leaders trained to deliver patient-centered, high quality osteopathic primary care, while engaging in research and efforts to improve the community health in Maine, New England and the nation. U.S. News & World Report has recognized UNE COM as one of the top ten medical schools in the country for residency placement.

Contact Name: Kate Dransfield

Contact Email: kdransfield@une.edu

Vendor Location: Philadelphia, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.lps.upenn.edu/non-degree-programs/pre-health

Program(s) Represented: ["Postbacc Programs"]

Description: Penn’s Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate Programs are designed for driven students, like you, who want to distinguish themselves as medical, dental, or veterinary school candidates. We are at the heart of an internationally renowned research university, offering you access to one of the finest health systems in the world. The rigorous academic challenges of our programs assure you—and admissions committees—that you are equipped to thrive at your future professional school. Our Pre-Health Programs director and expert advising team draw upon the full range of resources at Penn to guide you through the health professional school application process and provide unrivaled support for your future career.

Contact Name: Akilah Abdul-Rahman

Contact Email: akilahar@sas.upenn.edu

Vendor Location: Philadelphia, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.dental.upenn.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Dental"]

Description: Along with its DMD program, including dual-degree opportunities through other Penn graduate program, Penn Dental Medicine offers postgraduate training in all the dental specialty areas as well as Master of Science in Oral Biology and Doctor of Science in Dentistry degrees. In addition, the School’s advanced graduate degree programs include a Master of Oral Health Sciences for both DMD track students and non-U.S.-trained dentists. Its academic programs also include a Program for Advanced Standing Students for internationally-trained dentists.

Contact Name: Mark Mitchell

Contact Email: mitchema@upenn.edu

Vendor Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Vendor Website: https://shrs.pitt.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy","Athletic Training"]

Description: Pitt's School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) is a nationally renowned leader in the field of health care education, research and clinical practice preparation. Our highly ranked clinical graduate programs shape future generations of health care professionals to serve the needs of all people regardless of background, levels of health or mobility. Students can choose from residential and hybrid clinical programs in Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant Studies. Contact our enrollment specialists at enroll@shrs.pitt.edu for information on all our programs. 

Contact Name: Nicole Fitzgerald

Contact Email: nys2@pitt.edu

Vendor Name: The University of Scranton

Vendor Location: Scranton, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.scranton.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy","Nursing","Speech-Language Pathology"]

Description: The University of Scranton is a private Catholic and Jesuit university serving nearly 5,000 students, 1,000 of those are graduate students. We currently offer more than 30 graduate programs, accredited by ten professional associations. According to U.S. News & World Report, The University of Scranton has ranked among the top ten master’s universities in the north for the past 30 consecutive years.

Contact Name: Adam Zaykowski

Contact Email: adam.zaykowski@scranton.edu

Vendor Location: Los Angeles, CA

Vendor Website: https://gero.usc.edu 

Program(s) Represented: ["Public Health","Gerontology, Nutrition, Dietetics, Geroscience, Medical Gerontology"]

Description: Founded in 1975, the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology is the oldest and largest school of its type in the world. We offer the most comprehensive selection of gerontology degree programs found anywhere, a variety of outstanding research opportunities and a challenging yet supportive academic environment.

Contact Name: Steven Stumph

Contact Email: stumph@usc.edu

Vendor Location: St. Augustine, Florida is the flagship campus (5 campuses throughout Florida, Texas, and California)

Vendor Website: https://www.usa.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy","Nursing","Speech Language Pathology"]

Description: The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is a graduate institution that offers degree programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, education and health science, as well as continuing education programs. Founded in 1979, USAHS has locations in San Marcos, California; St. Augustine, Florida; Austin, Texas; and Miami, Florida. USAHS is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). USAHS is one of more than 70 institutions in 25 countries that comprise the Laureate International Universities network.

Contact Name: Katie Murt

Contact Email: kmurt@usa.edu

Vendor Location: San Antonio, Texas, USA

Vendor Website: https://osteopathic-medicine.uiw.edu/

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)"]

Description: The UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine stands as one of the newest medical schools in Texas, and a vital part of one of the state's oldest Catholic universities. We admitted our first class of 162 students in July 2017. We advance a nearly 140-year-old UIW tradition of providing medical care and education across South Texas. Texas ranks 47th in number of physicians per patient, and 57% of the state's medically underserved people live in our School of Medicine's service areas.

Contact Name: Kira Casares

Contact Email: kcasares@uiwtx.edu

Vendor Location: 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA 19085

Vendor Website:https://www1.villanova.edu/university/nursing.html

Program(s) Represented: ["Nursing"]

Description: Villanova Nursing offers a Second-Degree Bachelor's of Science (BSN) in Nursing for students who are majoring in any field other than Nursing at PSU. This 14-month accelerated program begins each May and completes the following late July. Prerequisite courses can be completed at PSU while earning your first bachelor's degree. Scholarship opportunities available. 

Contact Name: Cheryl Wert

Contact Email: cheryl.wert@villanova.edu

Vendor Location: Lewisburg, WV

Vendor Website: www.wvsom.edu

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Osteopathic (DO)"]

Description: Nationally recognized for producing graduates who practice in rural settings, WVSOM blends the ease of living in a breathtaking mountain community with a nationally recognized faculty and innovative programs.

Contact Name: Ryan Boothe

Contact Email: rboothe@osteo.wvsom.edu

Vendor Location: Freeport Bahamas (basic sciences), U.S. (clerkships)

Vendor Website: https://www.wausm.education 

Program(s) Represented: ["Medical - Allopathic (MD)"]

Description: Founded by US medical education leaders who have selected and trained over 25K US and Canadian MDs, Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) offers US, Canadian, and international students the opportunity to become outstanding, patient-centered MDs of the future. WAUSM boasts a world class preclerkship campus located 80 miles from South Florida in Freeport, Grand Bahama; leading faculty and small class sizes; a merit-based scholarship covering full first-semester tuition for all students; an active curriculum that creates physicians who are positioned to succeed; and a US-based clerkship program at affiliated partner hospitals. 

Contact Name: Danielle McDonald 

Contact Email: dmcdonald@wausm.education

Vendor Location: Chester, PA

Vendor Website: https://www.widener.edu/academics/colleges-schools/college-health-human-services

Program(s) Represented: ["Physician Assistant","Physical Therapy","Occupational Therapy","Nursing","Allied Health, Speech Language Pathology, Clinical Psychology"]

Description: Located just minutes from Philadelphia, PA, Widener University offers graduate & professional programs in flexible formats to meet your needs! With newly renovated facilities and a large network of clinical partners, we can put you on the inside track for career-shaping success.

Contact Name: Cameron Buckbee

Contact Email: cmbuckbee@widener.edu