CampMed at UCR

Inspire Higher

We are a peer-mentorship and outreach program for local low socioeconomic high schools in Riverside.

Working Hand in Hand:

With Students of Low Socioeconomic Status High Schools

Local Riverside High Schools

Uniting Highlanders To:

Motivate High School Students To Pursue Higher Education

Help Students Develop the Skills Required To Reach Their Full Potential

Building Lifelong Connections Through:

3-Day Camp

Peer Mentorship Program

Educational Workshops

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CampMed at UCR

CampMed at UCR is a student organization that was first established at the University of California Irvine and eventually branched off to the University of California Los Angeles. CampMed at UCR was established at UC Riverside in September 2016. CampMed is a peer-mentoring program that exposes socio-economic disadvantaged youth to professions in the health field through a unique three day camp experience.

Home: About

Meet the 2017-2018 Coordinators:

Home: Team Members

Amanda David

Co-Director

Major: Cell, Molecular, & Developmental Biology

I started CampMed at UCR because I wanted to be a part of something that I knew I could be proud of and something that's bigger than ourselves. I wanted to give students an outlet that I wish I had when I was in high school. Being part of this organization, I learned so much about myself and have felt more motivated and determined to pursue my career goals. Also, I just want to say how appreciative I am for my coordinators! We have all created a friendship and bond that I will forever be grateful for!

Brittany Truong

Co-Director

Major: Biochemistry

I was actually a high school student that attended CampMed through UCI my junior year. I had such an enlightening experience and I had all the coordinators and counselors to thank for that. From then on, I dreamed to be apart of CampMed in college. When I found out I was getting the opportunity to help start the organization at UCR, I was overjoyed. Now I have the chance to be on the other side to inspire high school students who are eager to learn more about higher education and the medical school application process.

Malcolm Tran

Treasurer

Major: Microbiology

Malcolm is a 3rd year Microbiology major. He enjoys participating in philanthropy trips, conducting undergraduate research, and his involvement in Student government. He is currently serving as Treasurer for CampMed and hopes to see the organization grow in its own unique way.

Sherissa Villamor

Public Relations

Major: Cell, Molecular, & Developmental Biology

I'm a 5th year CMDB major pursing a career in medicine. Apart from school I like to sing, dabble with instruments, shoot arrows at an archery range, and watch a superhero flick from time to time. Being a part of CampMed has allowed me to build leadership skills, create friendships, and help lead the younger generation to the right path. When I was younger, I never had a mentor to help guide me on the life beyond high school and I'm glad to be a board member and make a difference in someone else's future.

Leland Nguyen

Mentorship Chair

Major: Biology

CampMed! Take part in shaping the future, by shaping their past.

Minh Tran

High School Contact

Major: Neuroscience

I had experienced the shortages of materials in regard to education in the city of Riverside since I went to high school in Riverside. In college, I want to utilize my resources and skills to help high school students in underserved communities. CampMed gives me the opportunity to help high school students to pursue higher education and career in the medical field.

Raquel Izucar

Program Planner

Major: Psychology

I strongly believe that CampMed is a life changing experience for high school students. I want to give students confidence in their ability to pursue a higher education. If we can make an impact in at least one student's educational experience, my heart will be happy.

Phuong-Anh Do

Fundraising Chair

Major: Biology

I joined CampMed because I wanted to be part of an organization that helps guide and motivate aspiring high school students on their path to pre-health/pre-med careers. Being part of this team allows me to make a positive contribution another students’ future and career.

Jeffrey Yang

Historian

Major: Applied Mathematics with Biology Emphasis

As an aspiring physician, I've been fortunate enough to be able to witness and experience all the different aspects of medicine throughout high school and college. However, I also understand the huge health care disparities in the Inland Empire. I joined CampMed in hopes of inspiring high school students not only for higher education, but also to open the door to the medical world to those that may not have the same opportunities.

Calvin Nguyen

Secretary

Major: Psychology

Being an attendee of CampMed, I always knew I wanted to be part of this great organization that has exposed me to so many great opportunities. CampMed has given me a great board who works so very hard to uphold our mission statement and I couldn't ask for more. Being a freshman and holding a director position has been overwhelming but it's all worth it to see CampMed strive and make its mark at UCR.