All Posts: pathway programs
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For First-Generation Students, Path to Medical School Runs Through Georgetown
Two School of Medicine summer pathways programs work to inspire students from diverse backgrounds, many of them future first-generation medical students, to explore careers in…
August 20, 2025
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Facing Down Homelessness and Hurdles, This First-Gen Student Enters Medical School
Alumna Halyn Orellana pushed past barriers to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. Now, she wants to blaze a trail for those behind.…
August 13, 2025
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Davis Brings Experience Empowering Students to New Role at Georgetown
Khaseem Davis, PhD, joins Georgetown University School of Medicine as the senior associate dean for diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, bringing his dedication to…
January 16, 2025
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He Almost Dropped Out of College. Now, This Medical Student Advocates for Health Equity and Mental Health
While the path to medical school is never guaranteed, for Dylan Hughes (M’28), getting to this point would have been unthinkable. …
October 17, 2024
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Gateway Exploration Program Scholars Share Health Disparities Research
This year, 11 students participated in the Gateway Exploration Scholars program, a six-week internship for DC high school students who are aspiring physicians from backgrounds…
August 4, 2023