By Chris Carmody
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Regional Campuses wrapped up another year of the Medical Applications of Science for Health (MASH) program, introducing high school students to the possibilities of careers in health care.
This year marked the 35th anniversary of the creation of MASH, which features summer enrichment camps that allow teens to participate in team-building exercises, attend field trips and interact with health care professionals.
The MASH program has served thousands of students since its inception in 1988. This year, the program offered camps in 19 cities across the state, hosted by UAMS’ eight Regional Campuses or by local hospitals or colleges. Most of the camps ran for two weeks, but a few sites held “Mini MASH” camps that condensed their activities into a single week.
UAMS Regional Campuses Wraps Up Successful Year for MASH Program | UAMS News
Students from the MASH camp in Texarkana gained exposure to health careers in a variety of medical settings, including the operating room of a local hospital. Image by Destiny Carter