Author ORCID Identifier
https://orcid.org/0009-0000-4481-6894
Month/Year of Graduation
5-2025
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
First Advisor
Dr. Sonja Tutsch-Bryant
Abstract
Healthcare pipeline programs aim to enhance diversity in the health professions by supporting undergraduate students interested in pursuing a healthcare career, particularly those from underrepresented and historically excluded backgrounds. Despite these initiatives, significant disparities persist in the healthcare workforce, amplified by structural racism and systemic barriers to entry. These challenges contribute to heightened anxiety, which can hinder the success of students pursuing healthcare careers.
The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) seeks to mitigate these barriers by fostering an inclusive environment where students gain academic skills and mentorship. Among the many challenges underrepresented students face, anxiety is a significant and measurable obstacle that can negatively impact their academic and professional trajectories. Understanding SHPEP’s specific impact on participants’ anxiety levels is critical for evaluating its effectiveness. This study focuses on assessing changes in anxiety before and after the program using the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item (GAD-7) questionnaire.
Recommended Citation
Martinez-Rico, Rolando, "An Examination of the Impact of a Six-Week Summer Enrichment Program on Anxiety Among Underrepresented Health Profession Students" (2025). Theses/Capstones/Creative Projects. 365.
https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/university_honors_program/365
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