Gateway to the Health Professions Program
(Formerly known as College Exodus and Sí Se Puede)
About Us
Loma Linda University (LLU) is a nonprofit Seventh-day Adventist educational health-sciences institution with more than 4,000 students located in Southern California. The LLU Community-Academic Partners in Service (CAPS) Office is sponsored by the Institute for Community Partnerships (ICP), under the leadership of Dr. J.C. Belliard. ICP provides coordination of community and diversity activities for the entire university and medical center and collaborates with the community to educate and empower future leaders in the health professions.
Gateway Program Overview
The Gateway Program was created by merging former summer programs College Exodus and Si Se Puede. The Gateway Program is a 2-3 week program for students of all minorities in the Inland Empire and surrounding areas. The program specifically targets underrepresented minorities and underprivileged high school students and provides them an opportunity to prepare for college and explore the many fields within the health professions.
During the summer, participating students will experience two weeks on the campus of Loma Linda University and take part in the following:
- An interactive learning environment highlighting the importance of patient care
- An introduction to careers in the fields of Allied Health, Behavioral Health, Dentitry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health and Medicine
- Skills seminars focusing on SAT preparation, interview skills and leadership skills
- Active participation in a learning and study skills enhancement program
- Daily lunch and snacks
- Daily physical activity at Loma Linda University's Drayson Center.
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The application deadline has passed. Please check back next year to apply for the 2014 cycle.
Current applicants will receive notification of acceptance by the end of May.
This program is designed for youth living in the counties of Riverside and San Bernardino, California. Due to limited availabilty, we cannot accept out-of-state students or students living in other counties.
- 11th– 12th Grade High School Students (entering junior year through graduating seniors)
- Good academic standing: cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above
- Interest in health, science, and math courses
- Participation in leadership, school activities, and community service
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Program Dates for 2013:
1st week: Monday July 7th - Friday July 12, 2013 (Mon-Thurs: 8:30am-5:30pm. and Fri.: 8:30 am-3:00pm)
2nd week: Monday July 15th- Friday July 19, 2013 (Mon-Thurs: 8:30am-5:30pm. and Fri.: 8:30 am-3:00pm)
3rd week (By Invite only): Monday July 22 - Friday July 26, 2013. Shadowing at various health care centers. Monday- Thursday (9:00am- 4:00pm) and Friday (9:00am- 12pm)
Program fee: $35 no-refundable application fee
The application deadline has passed. Please check back next year to apply for the 2014 cycle.
Current applicants will receive notification of acceptance by the end of May.
Send Application documents and payment to:
CAPSAttn: Tina Pruna24945 Mound St.Councilors Student Pavilion, Rm 1402Loma Linda, CA 92350
What happens if I miss a day?
You will miss relevant information regarding a particular field.
Would I be penalized for missing a day?
No, but we would like to be notified ahead of time. Nevertheless, if you miss 2 or more days you will not receive a Certificate of Completion.
Do we have to stay for the Drayson Center (Gym) activity?
Yes, the gym activity is a relevant part of the program and could only be skipped with a valid reason.
If I have attended the program before can I apply again?
No, we would like to admit other students who have not participated before.
Do you provide housing?
We have very limited housing options available for students who live in the outskirts of San Bernardino/Riverside counties and for whom it would be burdensome to make the daily commute to Loma Linda University. Housing may be provided only during the weekdays if you qualify. Please contact Tina Pruna at tpruna@llu.edu for more information.
Could this program be used as college credit?
Since this program is to provide awareness of the different Health field areas, it could not be used as college credit. However, the information given during the first 2-weeks of the program will help you prepare for college
How are students chosen for the 3rd week of shadowing?
At this time, shadowing is only available for students ages 18 and up. Students are chosen for the shadowing program based on their application essay, level of maturity and responsibility. Preference is given to high school seniors.
Could I do the Shadow section of the program if I don’t provide evidence of taking the TB test?
Only if you are shadowing in a non-clinical site. If you would like to shadow at the Medical Center or any other affiliated clinics, you must present proof of TB results.
