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5 reasons to study pre-health at Carthage
Read More “5 reasons to study pre-health at Carthage”Your career in pre-health is right around the corner! We have five reasons why Carthage is the perfect place for you to study pre-health.
Grand opening shows School of Health built for future of care
Read More “Grand opening shows School of Health built for future of care”About 550 industry leaders, community members, students, and alumni joined Carthage on April 23 to celebrate the school’s grand opening. Keynote speaker Steve Serota praised the College’s commitment to well-rounded, compassionate healthcare.
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Healthcare leaders share insights at Business and Professional Coalition panel
Read More “Healthcare leaders share insights at Business and Professional Coalition panel”On Nov. 13, Ðǿմ«Ã½ welcomed students, faculty, alumni, and healthcare professionals for its Business and Professional Coalition event.
Carthage establishes School of Health to address regional healthcare shortages
Read More “Carthage establishes School of Health to address regional healthcare shortages”Aligning successful programs like nursing and neuroscience with new offerings in the biomedical sciences, Ðǿմ«Ã½ intends to make the new school a highly adaptive talent incubator that relies on real-time input from regional employers and practitioners.
- The Bridge: Campus News
Carthage Exercise and Sport Science Department hosted NSCA-WI Conference
Read More “Carthage Exercise and Sport Science Department hosted NSCA-WI Conference”On April 5, Carthage hosted the National Strength and Conditioning State Conference.
- The Bridge: News for Students
National Strength and Conditioning Association — Wisconsin Clinic April 5
Read More “National Strength and Conditioning Association — Wisconsin Clinic April 5”Carthage will host the National Strength and Conditioning Association — Wisconsin Clinic on Saturday, April 5.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Read the February Pre-Health Newsletter
Read More “Read the February Pre-Health Newsletter”The monthly Pre-Health Newsletter includes information about pre-health events, opportunities, resources, and recommended reading.
- The Bridge: Lectures & Presentations
Attend exercise and sport science senior thesis presentations Dec. 9
Read More “Attend exercise and sport science senior thesis presentations Dec. 9”Learn about plyometrics, wearable GPS, force plate, and physical therapy research.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Read the November/December Pre-Health Newsletter
Read More “Read the November/December Pre-Health Newsletter”The Pre-Health Advising Team sends a newsletter to pre-health students every month. It includes information about events, opportunities, and resources.
- The Bridge: Kudos
Students present at Midstates Biology and Psychology Undergraduate Research Symposium
Read More “Students present at Midstates Biology and Psychology Undergraduate Research Symposium”Grace Krueger ’25, Damanpreet Khaira ’25, and Xingchen Liu ’26 participated in the poster session.
- The Bridge: Kudos
Exercise and Sport Science Department shines at the 2024 WHPE Conference
Read More “Exercise and Sport Science Department shines at the 2024 WHPE Conference”The Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS) Department made a strong impact at this year’s Wisconsin Health and Physical Education (WHPE) Conference.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Meet with employers at the Fall 2024 Healthcare Careers Day Wednesday
Read More “Meet with employers at the Fall 2024 Healthcare Careers Day Wednesday”Twenty-five healthcare employers are recruiting for internships and full-time post-graduate jobs.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Healthcare Shadowing: Learn how to get shadowing experiences Oct. 9
Read More “Healthcare Shadowing: Learn how to get shadowing experiences Oct. 9”Come listen to several members of the pre-health community who have had successful shadowing experiences.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Hear from a former EXSS student about their journey toward a PhD program Oct. 4
Read More “Hear from a former EXSS student about their journey toward a PhD program Oct. 4”Mason McIntosh, a former Carthage exercise and sport science student, will share his journey toward a PhD from Auburn University!
- The Bridge: News for Students
Read the October Pre-Health Newsletter
Read More “Read the October Pre-Health Newsletter”The Pre-Health Advising Team sends a newsletter to pre-health students every month. It includes information about events, opportunities, and resources.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Attend Pre-Health Club’s first meeting of the semester TODAY
Read More “Attend Pre-Health Club’s first meeting of the semester TODAY”Pre-Health Club is the perfect place to learn about potential healthcare careers after college.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Pre-health students: Attend a welcome meeting Thursday
Read More “Pre-health students: Attend a welcome meeting Thursday”Getting off on the right foot with pre-health resources will help you stay on track for your healthcare professional pathway!
- The Bridge: Campus News
Read the September Pre-Health Newsletter
Read More “Read the September Pre-Health Newsletter”Look for the newsletter on the first Wednesday of the month on The Bridge and Schoology group page.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Read the April Pre-Health Newsletter
Read More “Read the April Pre-Health Newsletter”Look for the newsletter on the first Wednesday of the month on The Bridge and Schoology group page.
- The Bridge: Campus News
Read the February Pre-Health Advising Newsletter
Read More “Read the February Pre-Health Advising Newsletter”The pre-health newsletter includes information about pre-health events, opportunities, resources, and recommended reading.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Read the November Pre-Health Advising Newsletter
The pre-health advising team sends a monthly newsletter to pre-health students.Read More “Read the November Pre-Health Advising Newsletter” - The Bridge: Kudos
Senior EXSS majors present at state conference
Read More “Senior EXSS majors present at state conference”Six future physical education teachers presented on student-center teaching styles.
Carthage’s Business Scholarship competition is open for applications
Two full-tuition scholarships are awarded each year to incoming freshmen majoring in accounting, economics, finance, international political economy, management, or marketing.Read More “Carthage’s Business Scholarship competition is open for applications”- The Bridge: Campus News
Read the October Pre-Health Advising Newsletter
Read More “Read the October Pre-Health Advising Newsletter”Look for the newsletter on the first Wednesday of the month on The Bridge and Schoology group page.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Medical scribe company ProScribe presenting at Pre-Health Club meeting TODAY
ProScribe hires students to chart for providers during their patient appointments.Read More “Medical scribe company ProScribe presenting at Pre-Health Club meeting TODAY” - The Bridge: News for Students
Read the September Pre-Health Newsletter
Read More “Read the September Pre-Health Newsletter”Get resources on exploring, preparing, and applying to health professional programs.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Pre-health students: Attend a welcome back meeting Thursday
All pre-health students should attend the pre-health welcome meeting to learn about new resources and opportunities.Read More “Pre-health students: Attend a welcome back meeting Thursday” - Ðǿմ«Ã½,Innovation,The Bridge: Campus News
Carthage awarded $36,000 grant to support pre-health programs
Read More “Carthage awarded $36,000 grant to support pre-health programs”Carthage has received a grant of $36,000 from the Franklin I. and Irene List Saemann Foundation.
- The Bridge: Kudos
Future physical educators serve local homeschooled children
Read More “Future physical educators serve local homeschooled children”Exercise and sport science students provided a unique physical education experience for local youth.
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Pre-health series lets students explore range of careers
Carthage’s Pre-Health Program prepares students for a career in different fields throughout the health care industry. From optometry to athletic training to pharmaceutical work, students can follow their interests into whichever health care field they choose.Read More “Pre-health series lets students explore range of careers” - The Bridge: Lectures & Presentations
Attend a presentation on rare diseases TODAY
Kylie Figgins ’23 will give a presentation on rare diseases at 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 10.Read More “Attend a presentation on rare diseases TODAY” - The Bridge: Campus News,The Bridge: News for Faculty & Staff,The Bridge: News for Students
Hired Before Graduation: 2023 Carthage graduates share their plans
Meet members of the Class of 2023 who were hired for full-time positions or accepted to graduate school.Read More “Hired Before Graduation: 2023 Carthage graduates share their plans” - The Bridge: News for Students
Check out 2024 J-Term study tours!
Check out the list of 2024 J-Term study tours! Get ready to travel across the country to New York or across the ocean to Europe!Read More “Check out 2024 J-Term study tours!” Adapted Physical Education course works with special education students in Kenosha
Carthage exercise and sport science students are given real-world teaching experience by providing aid for 18- to 21-year-old students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities.Read More “Adapted Physical Education course works with special education students in Kenosha”- The Bridge: Kudos
Five EXSS seniors and Prof. Rebekah Johnson present at state conference
Read More “Five EXSS seniors and Prof. Rebekah Johnson present at state conference”Five future physical education teachers presented on learning in the affective domain at the Wisconsin Health and Physical Education Conference.
- The Bridge: News for Students
Attend Healthcare Careers Day Wednesday: Register now
Carthage students are invited to attend Healthcare Careers Day from noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19, at the University of Wisconsin–Parkside. Transportation will be provided through The Aspire Center.Read More “Attend Healthcare Careers Day Wednesday: Register now” The Front Office opens doors to sports-related opportunities
Dream of working with your favorite professional athlete? Join Carthage’s student-led sports management organization, The Front Office.Read More “The Front Office opens doors to sports-related opportunities”- The Bridge: Campus News
Read the October Pre-Health Advising Newsletter
Read More “Read the October Pre-Health Advising Newsletter”The purpose of the Pre-Health Advising Newsletter is to inform Carthage students, staff, and alumni about events, programs, research, and news related to pre-health interests and issues.
- The Bridge: Lectures & Presentations
Learn about summer research at the SURE 2022 Poster Presentations TODAY
Read More “Learn about summer research at the SURE 2022 Poster Presentations TODAY”Join us for the Summer Undergraduate Research Experiences Poster Presentations from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12, in the David A. Straz Jr. Center atrium.
- The Bridge: Lectures & Presentations
First-year students: Attend a virtual Pre-Health Information Session Thursday
Will we discuss the common majors and their associated opportunities for pre-health students as they prepare for their future healthcare careers. These sessions are for first-year students only.Read More “First-year students: Attend a virtual Pre-Health Information Session Thursday” - Top Stories
SURE students: Tell us about your research!
Are you a current SURE student? We want to hear about your summer research project.Read More “SURE students: Tell us about your research!” - The Bridge: Kudos
Prof. Cynthia Allen’s research is the lead article on the cover of the ACSM Health & Fitness Journal
Read More “Prof. Cynthia Allen’s research is the lead article on the cover of the ACSM Health & Fitness Journal”Prof. Allen’s research article titled “Connectedness to nature and improved health outcomes” was published in the July/August edition of the American College of Sports Medicine Health & Fitness Journal.
- The Bridge: Campus News
Announcing 2022 SURE participants!
More than 20 Carthage students have been selected to conduct research with faculty this summer as part of the 2022 Summer Undergraduate Research Experience.Read More “Announcing 2022 SURE participants!” - The Bridge: Kudos
Prof. Rebekah Johnson presents at the 2022 SHAPE America National Conference
Read More “Prof. Rebekah Johnson presents at the 2022 SHAPE America National Conference”Professor Rebekah Johnson presented her published work at the SHAPE America National Conference in New Orleans.
- The Bridge: Kudos
Carthage professors publish neurophysiology research collaboration in Frontiers e-book
Read More “Carthage professors publish neurophysiology research collaboration in Frontiers e-book”A research article published by professors Paul Martino, Justin Miller, Daniel Miller, and collaborators has been included in the Frontiers e-book “Horizon 2030: Innovative Applications of Heart Rate Variability.”
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Hired Before Graduation: Carthage graduates share their plans
Our graduates always have big plans — many of which were in place well before their commencement. Meet members of the Class of 2022 who were hired for full-time positions before they even graduated.Read More “Hired Before Graduation: Carthage graduates share their plans”



























