Summer Curriculum Ambassador Program
Purpose
Launched in the summer of 2001, the Curriculum Ambassador program is one of the great hallmarks of curricular change and enhancement at UCSF, and an exciting example of the way in which medical students can play an integral role in shaping the evolution of School of Medicine curriculum. Over the past 20 years, over 300 students have participated in this funded summer fellowship program, partnering with faculty mentors to identify high-priority areas for improvement within the curriculum, and designing and implementing curricular innovations. In total, the Curriculum Ambassadors have developed over 250 curriculum projects, which have shaped the educational experience of UCSF medical students over the past two decades. Students selected for this program will partner with educational leaders to learn core skills in curriculum development, identify and explore top-priority areas for curriculum improvement and innovation, and design and implement high-impact curriculum projects.
Details
Teams of students and faculty will build upon and refine the Bridges Curriculum while establishing and refining new ways of training to be physicians and leaders committed to advancing health for all.
- $5,000
- Participation in Summer Explore Symposium, December.
- Eligibility for Short-Term Dean's Prize.
Eligibility
SOM
Award
$4,500
Requirements
As specific project descriptions and mentors are finalized, they will be hosted on this website.
Length
8 weeks
Contact
Location
UCSF
Application
This is a UCSF Funding Source dispersed by the Inquiry Funding Office.
Begin by verifying the deadline for the cycle you wish to apply for. You can access the application here when available. Apply through the Summer Explore application.
- Application opens one month prior to the deadline. All applicants are notified of decisions 30 days from the deadline.
- All applications are due at 12:00pm (noon). Late submissions are not accepted past 12:00 pm (noon).
- If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Inquiry staff team. Inquiry Funding Faculty are also available anytime for consultations and support.
Funding Sources
Funding Type
Summer Explore
