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Hey Paige- you are going to nursing school! Cong

Hey Paige- you are going to nursing school!

Congratulations to Paige Conforto on being #ACCEPTED into University of Mobile's Accelerated BSN program! Paige is originally from Carriere, Mississippi, and she graduated in May with a degree in Allied Health Studies.

Paige said, "Dr. Bilbo has been the best in helping me achieve my nursing goals. He was always giving me advice and helping me with creating my schedules. He knew that I liked multiple copies of everything and always encouraged me to do great each semester."

Congratulations @paigeconforto - we are SO #HPAOProud of you!

SUMMER SPOTLIGHT

This week, we are spotli

🌞SUMMER SPOTLIGHT🌞

This week, we are spotlighting our sweet Sarah Kate Wyers!

Sarah Kate is spending her summer volunteering and shadowing at OrthoSport Hawaii Physical Therapy in Honolulu, Hawaii!

Sarah Kate said, "I have absolutely loved having the opportunity to volunteer/shadow at OrthoSport Hawaii Physical Therapy! OrthoSport Hawaii specializes in aquatic rehabilitation, rehab pilates, and medical fitness. Gaining insights into diverse branches of PT has been imperative to my comprehension of the practice of physical therapy. I have enjoyed learning and connecting with the staff of OrthoSport Hawaii Physical Therapy, and loved every minute of getting to experience this opportunity on the island of Oahu, Hawaii!!"

@sk.wyers - we are SO #HPAOProud of you!

Congratulations to Ebony Allen on being #ACCEPTED

Congratulations to Ebony Allen on being #ACCEPTED into the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center's Master of Occupational Therapy program in Memphis, Tennessee! Ebony is originally from Senatobia, and she graduated in May with a degree in Exercise Science.

Ebony said, "The HPAO helped me succeed in this journey through helpful tips concerning writing personal statements and enhancing my résumé. Never give up on your dream! The road to acceptance is long and hard but it will be worth it in the end."

Congratulations, Ebony! We are so #HPAOProud of you!

SUMMER JOURNALING SERIES

This week's jour

🌞SUMMER JOURNALING SERIES🌞

This week's journal prompt comes from our friends at Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Smith, Arkansas!

Even if you are not applying to professional school this year, journaling is a GREAT way to get a head start on applications by thinking about your pre-health journey and your future as a healthcare provider!

Congratulations to Lauren Stubbs on being #ACCEPTE

Congratulations to Lauren Stubbs on being #ACCEPTED into nursing school! Lauren is originally from Southaven, Mississippi and she graduated in May with a degree in Allied Health Studies. In August, Lauren will begin the UMMC Accelerated Nursing program in Oxford!

Lauren said, "The HPAO helped me in so many ways during my 4 years at Ole Miss. They always made sure I was completely on track for my graduation plan. They were always willing to help me with my transfer credits and courses for my applications. They reviewed and revised my applications and answered any questions I had. They always made sure we were completely ready and prepared for our future careers. I will forever be thankful for Andrew Bilbo and Neal Ann Chamblee as well as the rest of the HPOA office for all their help and support during my time at Ole Miss. My advice to future applicants would be to start your applications early so you have time for revision and support. Always believe in yourself!"

Congratulations, Lauren! We are SO #HPAOProud of you!

Hey Terkevia, YOU ARE GOING TO NURSING SCHOOL! C

Hey Terkevia, YOU ARE GOING TO NURSING SCHOOL!

Congratulations to Terkevia Hughes on being #ACCEPTED into the University of South Alabama's Accelerated Nursing program. Terkevia is from Batesville, Mississippi, and she graduated in May with a degree in Allied Health Studies.

Terkevia said, "Words can’t express how thankful I am of HPAO for the unlimited amount of help they have given. It was also always a welcoming spirit coming in this place. And a huge thanks to Mr. Bilbo, my advisor, I could call on him at any moment and he was there to help! Use your resources, especially at the HPAO because networking can take you so far. Also to never be scared to reach out to them, no matter how many times you have seen them in one week, that’s what they are there for!"

Congratulations, Terkevia! We are SO #HPAOProud of you!

Hey Edward- YOU ARE GOING TO MEDICAL SCHOOL!! Co

Hey Edward- YOU ARE GOING TO MEDICAL SCHOOL!!

Congratulations to Edward Puckett on being #ACCEPTED into Medical College of Georgia! Edward is originally from Fairhope, Alabama, and he graduated in December 2022 with a degree in Multidisciplinary Studies with minors in Chemistry, Biology and Psychology. Since graduating, Edward has been a Clinical Informatics Specialist at Oak Street Health in Atlanta.

Edward said, "HPAO has been a huge pillar of support for me throughout the whole application process. Because of this support, I felt comfortable taking a gap year (which is one of the best decisions I've ever made). Beyond the big decisions, just having someone who understands the process to bounce worries off of and help put out the little fires that pop up along the way is invaluable. I definitely would not be in the position I am in now without the guidance and support I got from HPAO. Take things one step at a time! The amount of things to do can seem overwhelming, but it's a marathon not a sprint. Lean on your resources and know that you can and will get through it!"

Congratulations, Edward! We are so #HPAOProud of you!

Hey Rainey- YOU ARE GOING TO NURSING SCHOOL! Con

Hey Rainey- YOU ARE GOING TO NURSING SCHOOL!

Congratulations to Rainey Carter on being #ACCEPTED into Belmont University's Accelerated Nursing program! Rainey is from Windermere, Florida, and she graduated in May with a degree in Allied Health Studies with a minor in Disaster Studies.

Rainey said, "To any future pre-health students, I advise you to take advantage of the resources the HPAO will give you. From tutoring to simple advice, they will have your best interest at heart and want you to succeed. Ole Miss’ HPAO has been such a gift throughout my four years here. Specifically Dr. Bilbo who pushed me to get involved and really helped me understand the future of my career. I could not be more grateful to have had the HPAO by my side to guide the path to my success. I am forever thankful!"

Congratulations, Rainey! We are SO #HPAOProud of you!

SUMMER SPOTLIGHT

No one better than Rod'K

🌞SUMMER SPOTLIGHT🌞

No one better than Rod'Kendrick Harrison to kick off our Summer Spotlight series!

Rod'Kendrick wears many hats around campus, but during school breaks, you can always find him making a HUGE impact on the world. This summer is no different!

Rod'Kendrick is spending his summer with the Summer Public Health Scholars Program at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health. Rod'Kendrick will be interning with Coach Dave Crenshaw's Team Dreamers, where he will be deeply involved with community engagement efforts in Washington Heights and Harlem. As a legendary figure in the neighborhood, Coach Dave uses basketball to empower young children and promote mental and physical health. Rod'Kendrick said, "Through my work, I will support initiatives that foster community pride, such as organizing events, coaching, and participating in park maintenance projects. This role allows me to actively contribute to the well-being and social aspects of Washington Heights."

@rodkendrickk - we are SO #HPAOProud of you!

summer journaling series

☀️summer journaling series☀️

This week’s prompt is brought to you by our friends at @geiselmed_dartmouth ! As you are enjoying your summer, whether it be shadowing, working, or applying to professional school, we always recommend journaling about your pre-health journey!

Hey Bella- YOU ARE GOING TO NURSING SCHOOL! Cong

Hey Bella- YOU ARE GOING TO NURSING SCHOOL!

Congratulations to Bella Valdez on being #ACCEPTED into UMMC's Accelerated Nursing program! Bella is originally from Ocean Springs, and she recently graduated with a degree in Allied Health Studies.

Bella said, "HPAO has been an amazing resource throughout the past four years! I’m so thankful for Dr. Bilbo who has made sure I have stayed on the right track every semester. Stay on top of deadlines and get involved as much as you can within the community!!"

Congratulations, Bella! We are so #HPAOProud of you!

Dreams do come true... Grace, you are headed to th

Dreams do come true... Grace, you are headed to the University of FLORIDA!!!

Congratulations to our sweet Grace Payne on being #ACCEPTED into the University of Florida's Doctor of Physical Therapy program! Grace is originally from McKinney, Texas, and she graduated from Ole Miss School of Applied Science with a degree in Exercise Science earlier this month!

Grace said, "HPAO was a huge part of my journey! Meredith @mainstreetmere was the best advisor ever and helped me with anything and everything I needed. She pushed me in the right direction and gave me so many opportunities to succeed and set me up for PT school. There is also countless ways of getting involved in HPAO and how they helped prepare me for professional school which was so helpful. I will be forever thankful in how much HPAO impacted my journey to PT school and I wouldn’t be where I was today without them! I would definitely advise to get involved with HPAO and see what all they have to offer that will help you in your application process. One of my favorite things was the mock interviews. This helped me tremendously in prepping for PT school interviews. Even if you aren’t going to PT school, there is a mock interview that could be beneficial to you in any profession!"

Grace, we are going to miss you tremendously, but we cant wait to see all you accomplish in Gainesville! (Just don't get too comfortable in orange and blue!) We are SO #HPAOProud of you! 🐊🧡💙❤️🦈

Hip, hip, hooray- Mary Lauren, you get to stay!

Hip, hip, hooray- Mary Lauren, you get to stay!

Congratulations Mary Lauren Green on being #ACCEPTED into UMMC's Accelerated Nursing program on the Oxford campus! Mary Lauren is originally from Brandon, MS and graduated this month with a degree in Allied Health Studies.

Mary Lauren said, "HPAO has helped me succeed through my college journey by mentoring me through every step of enrolling in courses, helping me apply for various programs, and preparing me for my future career in nursing!"

Congratulations, Mary Lauren! We are SO #HPAOProud of you!

HEYO- AVERY YOU ARE GOING TO BE A DPT! Congratul

HEYO- AVERY YOU ARE GOING TO BE A DPT!

Congratulations to Avery Tollison on being #ACCEPTED into UMMC's Doctor of Physical Therapy program! Avery is originally from Eupora, Mississippi, and he graduated earlier this month with a degree in Exercise Science from the School of Applied Science!

Avery said, "HPAO has given endless resources to help ensure my success as an applicant. From mock interviews to lengthy discussions with Meredith, they helped make the application process easier and less stressful. Make sure to stay on top of deadlines and not wait until the last minute. Meredith is the best person and resource to make sure you’re where you need to be so see her as often as possible."

Congratulations, Avery! We are SO #HPAOProud of you!

Hey Faith- YOU ARE GOING TO MEDICAL SCHOOL! Cong

Hey Faith- YOU ARE GOING TO MEDICAL SCHOOL!

Congratulations to Faith Fountain on being #ACCEPTED into Emory University's School of Medicine! Faith is originally from Hattiesburg, and she graduated in May 2023 with a degree in Exercise Science. During her gap year, Faith worked as a Pharmacy Tech and volunteered at Asbury Hospice in her hometown.

Faith said, "As a first-generation student, applying to medical school seemed scary and overwhelming, but HPAO gave me guidance throughout the entire process. With them answering my questions and helping me along, I became a much more confident applicant which allowed me to realize my dreams. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone! It is the best way to find out what you like and don’t like, and it can lead you down a path that you never thought you would take. Also, always ask that question, no matter how silly you think it may be. There is so much to learn about this process, and by soaking up as much information, it really helped me put my best foot forward to have a successful cycle."

Congratulations, Faith! We are so #HPAOProud of you!

Our girl, Taylor Jones is h

🐊CHOMP CHOMP!🐊

Our girl, Taylor Jones is heading from one SEC to another... Taylor is headed to GAINESVILLE!! Congratulations to @taymadisonnnn on being #ACCEPTED into the University of Florida's Doctor of Physical Therapy program! Taylor is originally from Clinton, Mississippi, and she graduated earlier this month with a degree in Exercise Science.

Taylor said, "Start visiting form the second you get on campus! By getting a head start you can ensure you are on track for shadowing, volunteer experience, prerequisites, and anything that can help you succeed in the application process. By starting early and staying on top of things it made the application process a breeze. HPAO has been instrumental in my journey to becoming a healthcare professional. They provided me with guidance and mentorship making sure that I was always on the right track. Meredith’s support throughout the entire application process helped significantly strengthen my applications allowing me to stand out as an applicant."

Congratulations, Taylor!! We are so #HPAOProud of you!

LILLIAN- YOUR FUTURE IS GOING TO BE BRIGHT IN THE

LILLIAN- YOUR FUTURE IS GOING TO BE BRIGHT IN THE SUNSHINE STATE! 🌞

Congratulations to sweet Lillian Ming on being #ACCEPTED into the University of St. Augustine's Doctor of Physical Therapy program! Lillian is originally from Ocean Springs, and she graduated earlier this month with a degree in Exercise Science from the Ole Miss School of Applied Sciences.

Lillian said, "Meredith was constantly supporting me while also giving constructive criticism. You will be less stressed if you finish your applications ahead of time and don’t wait until the due date."

Congratulations Lillian- we miss you already, but we are SO #HPAOProud of you!

Hey Mary Frances - YOU ARE GOING TO BE A DOCTOR!!!

Hey Mary Frances - YOU ARE GOING TO BE A DOCTOR!!!

Congratulations to Mary Frances on being #ACCEPTED to the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at University of South Alabama! Mary Frances is originally from Birmingham, and she graduated in May 2022 with a B.S in Dietetics and Nutrition from Ole Miss School of Applied Sciences! Between undergrad and med school, Mary Frances worked in Placental Allograft Tissue Banking and as an OB-GYN Medical Assistant.

Mary Frances said, "Take a gap year and get some hands-on experience! The professional and interpersonal skills you’ll take with you through patient interaction will be invaluable as you start your medical career. HPAO followed me throughout both gap years to keep up with what I was doing and the strength of my application. Giving me encouragement during the longest waiting period ever!"

Congratulations @marf_______ - we are SO #HPAOProud of you!

Congratulations to Haile Chambliss on being #ACCEP

Congratulations to Haile Chambliss on being #ACCEPTED into UMMC's Masters in Biomedical Sciences program! Haile is originally from Fayette, Mississippi, and she graduated earlier this month with a degree in Public Health from the Ole Miss School of Applied Sciences!

Haile said, “The HPAO Staff were there anytime I need them! They gave me the tools & helped lead the way! I’m forever grateful to them. Don’t forget- it is not the way you start, but instead the way that you finish!”

Congratulations, Haile! We are so #HPAOProud of you!

This week's journaling prompt comes from Tulane Un

This week's journaling prompt comes from Tulane University's School of Medicine!

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