Community Partners and Resources
Community Partners
C2Pipeline
C2 Pipeline is a 21st Century Community Learning Center-funded program through the Michigan Department of Education. C2 Pipeline operates in 24 Metro Detroit schools with the goal of college and career readiness.
In order to achieve that goal, the staff of C2 Pipeline uses hands-on, project-based learning activities in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (S.T.E.M.) to engage students. An emphasis is placed on careers in S.T.E.M and the healthcare profession.
Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) is compassionate and committed to the 75,000 children and adults it serves in Detroit and Wayne County. DWIHN's Provider Network supports and serves individuals with serious mental illness, children with serious emotional disturbance, people with autism, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those with substance use disorder.
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) is Michigan's largest public education system. DPSCD champions a whole child approach that combines superior academics with socio-emotional, extracurricular, and health services tailored to each student's needs.
Motor City Steam
Headquartered in Detroit, MI Motor City S.T.E.A.M. Foundation, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing STEAM (Science. Technology. Engineering. Art, Mathematics)-related educational programs and opportunities for minority and underprivileged students.
The organization's goal is to increase the number of minority students pursuing higher education degrees in the fields of science, mathematics, engineering and technology, while infusing art and creativity into each learning experience, producing well-rounded students that ultimately enter careers in one or more of these fields.
SE MI Regional JSHS (Junior Science & Humanities Symposium)
The Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS) Program is a Tri-Service the Departments of the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force sponsored STEM competition that promotes original research and experimentation in the sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) at the high school level and publicly recognizes students for outstanding achievement. By connecting talented students, their teachers, and research professionals at affiliated symposia and by rewarding research excellence, JSHS aims to widen the pool of trained talent prepared to conduct research and development vital to our nation.
The Southeastern Michigan Region's JSHS invites high school students to report on the results of their original research investigations in STEM and compete for scholarships and recognition at university-held regional symposia.
Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute - Wayne State University
Karmanos Cancer Institute, headquartered in Detroit, understands that beating cancer means bringing together the best. Cancer is a complex disease that demands complex care. With 16 locations throughout Michigan and Ohio and proudly a part of McLaren Health Care, Karmanos is the largest provider of cancer care and research in Michigan. CRTE (Office of Cancer Research, Training, and Education) at Karmanos supports and administers programs to help prospective medical students and oncologists get exposure to the exceptional staff and work of the Cancer Institute. These programs are for various levels from 10th graders to undergraduate, graduate and residency trainees.
Nursing Detroit offers comprehensive training and support for aspiring healthcare professionals, whether you're starting your career or looking to enhance your skills, our experienced instructors provide hands-on training in a supportive and engaging environment. Strengthening the future of healthcare for Detroiters! Nursing Detroit is dedicated to eliminating barriers to sustainable healthcare careers in underserved communities. Our pathway programs, starting as early as 12 years old, extend to adult learners. We provide CNA training, Nurse Skills training, CPR/BLS classes, summer youth work experiences, and youth mentorship programs, actively supporting Detroit's nursing community through comprehensive training, mentorship, and talent development initiatives.
Student Resources
HOSA
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is a national student organization endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Technology Education (HSTE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. HOSA's goal is to encourage all health occupations instructors and students to join and be actively involved in the HSTE-HOSA Partnership.
Fastweb
A free website that can help you or your student find scholarships and other valuable information regarding paying for school.
Wayne State University Partners
Wayne State University School of Medicine
The Wayne State School of Medicine has prepared students to be health care leaders and advocates who go on to change the world since 1868.
School of Medicine students and faculty collaborate and innovate with health care systems and community partners to reduce health disparities and improve - and save - residents' lives. The School of Medicine's location and partnerships with hospitals and clinics allow students to interact with patients and engage with physicians in a real-world setting. Their students take the lessons learned into the community to lead programs like Street Medicine Detroit; operate clinics that serve residents with cancer, diabetes and other ailments; and mentor schoolchildren.
Wayne State University College of Nursing
Founded in 1945, the Wayne State College of Nursing is dedicated to providing the highest quality education to a diverse population of students through its BSN, MSN, PhD, DNP and graduate certificate programs. Graduates from the College of Nursing are prepared to be nurse leaders in research, education and practice. Historically, the College of Nursing has been a leader in nursing education, knowledge generation and contemporary nursing practice.
Southeast Regional Center
Michigan Area Health Education Center
Phone: (313) 577-9387
Email: tbatts3@wayne.edu