Pioneering family plans to give back to OHSU students
School of Medicine alumnus Robert Wah, M.D. ’83, has deep roots in the Oregon medical community, starting in John Day in the 1880s.
Impact Area: Education
OHSU students are the next generation of healers, caregivers and innovators, all driven by a common goal—to create a healthier future for all.
The impact of scholarships
Philanthropy and scholarships help open the doors to students who would not otherwise be able to attend OHSU. We invite you to read about how scholarships have impacted current and past students.
Here for you
This holiday season, we celebrate you and the spirit of giving that makes a difference in people’s lives. We’ve gathered a few of the heartwarming, inspiring stories this past year made possible by people like you.
Providing a path for tribal students to a world of opportunities
Thanks to a generous grant from Meyer Memorial Trust, On Track OHSU! is expanding to increase the number of underrepresented minorities in health care.
Where dental care and public health meet
Ciara Robinson faced many obstacles on her road to college. With hard work and persistence, Ciara is now a second-year dental student with a goal to work in underserved, low-income areas.
Equity in Education podcast: Daniel and Nelly
Medical students Nelly Nouboussi and Daniel Tshala talk about their journey to medical school, scholarships and how they want to change the future of health care to improve equity.
The power of personal experience
Marina grew up in rural Egypt, where oral health wasn’t a priority. Once she moved to the U.S., Marina learned about oral care and how to use a toothbrush — and fell in love with dentistry.
A tangible impact: Improving equity in medicine
A group of OHSU medical students want to improve access to education. Together, they have established an endowment to provide access to medical education for diverse students with a financial need.
Overcoming extraordinary obstacles
Naima has overcome extraordinary circumstances in her life to be where she’s at today: a second-year medical student. She’s now focused on opening the door for others — to help change the world.
Understanding women’s hearts: The Giesy Family Scholar Award
Hear from Mary Roberts-Davis, a third-year PhD student in the School of Nursing, and donor Barbara Giesy about how financial awards impact students.
