Students

Applying to the Pathway

I am interested in joining the pathway. How do I join?
I filled out my UP application, now what?
Is there a competitive application process to join the UP, or, is everyone accepted?
How much of my time will the pathway take?
Can second year students join the pathway?
Can third and four year students join the pathway?
What if I am expanded? Can I join the pathway mid-year?
Why should I consider starting the pathway in my first year?
What recognition will I receive when I complete the pathway?
Do I have to be interested in Family Medicine to participate in the pathway?
Can I do multiple pathways?
What if I decide to drop out of the pathway?
What if I decide that the pathway is not for me?

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Your Mentor

How will I be matched with a mentor?
Do you have a list of mentors?
How are mentors recruited?
Can I choose my own mentor?
Can I change my mentor?
What if my mentor and I do not get along?
I have tried to reach my mentor and he/she has not responded, what do I do?

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Independent Investigative Inquiries (III)

I am a second year student. My Triple I project had an underserved focus. How do I ensure I get credit for this experience?
I am second year student. My Triple I project did not have an underserved focus. What do I need to do to fulfill this pathway requirement?
My Triple I requirement was waived. What do I need to do to fulfill the Triple I requirement for the Pathway?

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Courses, Community Service, and Other Requirements

I would like to take a course that's not listed on the approved course list. How do I get the course I'm interested in approved for the pathway?
I am interested in a topic in underserved care that is not part of the core web curriculum. Can this topic be added?
Do I need a letter or other verification of my participation in community service?
What types of community service would be eligible to meet this pathway requirement?
I am a second year student. How do I fill out the pathway tracker with the courses and experiences that I have previously completed?
I am having difficulty completing one or more pathway requirements, what do I do?

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Mentors

What is the Underserved Pathway?

What is the purpose of mentoring in the Underserved Pathway?

What skills do I need as a mentor? What are the qualities of a good mentor?
What is my role?
What can I expect from my student?
What is expected of me?
How much time will this take?
What support would I receive as a mentor?
How does mentoring benefit me?
How do I get started mentoring my student?
How should I stay in touch?
What kinds of activities should I be doing with my mentee?
What resources are available to help guide mentors in developing and maintaining a mentoring relationship?
How can I tell if my student is having difficulty?
What if I find that my student is experiencing personal or academic difficulty?
What if I run into difficulty with my student?
What should I do if I need to stop mentoring?
How can I connect with the other UP mentors?

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Faculty and staff are available to answer your questions about the program:

Frederick Chen, M.D., M.P.H.
Faculty Advisor
Email: fchen@u.washington.edu

Rachel Lazzar , M.S.W.,
Program Coordinator
Email: rlazzar@u.washington.edu
206.543.9425