High school students visiting campus

Community Outreach & Summer Programs

Enriching Communities

In the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, our community outreach, group visits, and annual summer camps bridge the gap between academic knowledge and real-world health needs. By integrating hands-on activities, discussion panels, and career advice, we inspire the next generation of healthcare leaders while promoting health literacy and awareness. These programs reflect our dedication to nurturing not only academic excellence but also a spirit of service and collaboration that extends beyond the classroom.

Participants in our hands-on programs will work directly with faculty, staff, and students in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and have the opportunity to learn about our undergraduate and graduate programs in pharmacy, medical sciences, occupational therapy, and neuroscience. Students will learn the necessary skills to be prepared to step into the healthcare world and help others through medicine, science, occupational therapy, and more.

Golden Bear Summer Camp students

WNE-MHC Golden Bear Summer Camp

This free camp gives high school students the chance to learn about exciting careers in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, occupational therapy, and neuroscience. Students will get tips on how to prepare for a career in healthcare and participate in hands-on activities.

The camp is made possible through support from the Massachusetts Health Council.

WNE-MHC Golden Bear Summer Camp

Duggan middle school students standing in front of Center for Sciences and Pharmacy

WNE-MHC Junior Golden Bear Summer Camp

This free camp offers middle school students an exciting opportunity to explore careers in pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, occupational therapy, and neuroscience. Campers will gain valuable insights on preparing for a healthcare career while engaging in hands-on activities.

The program is made possible through support from the Massachusetts Health Council.

WNE-MHC Junior Golden Bear Summer Camp

COPHS professor in middle school classroom with students

Group Visits

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences offers on-campus visit opportunities for high school groups and students from local community organizations to visit the Center for Pharmacy and the Sciences.

Group Visits

Female student using microscope in science lab

SMILExperience

Science-focused undergraduate students and BS degree holders can participate in a FREE, one-week summer experience to learn more about pharmacy-related graduate programs and options in STEM fields through hands-on activities, discussion panels, and more.

SMILExperience

Student working with patient in BPC

Bear Paw Center

The Bear Paw Center is one of the first student-run occupational therapy pro bono clinics in the country. Students involved in the center have the opportunity to give back to the Greater Springfield community by providing hands-on occupational therapy services under the direct supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Bear Paw Center