For career-minded students, campus organizations play a crucial role in fostering professional development, networking, and hands-on experience. The Stevens Health Professions Club (SHPC) is a new organization dedicated to assisting students pursuing careers in healthcare. Led by President Lilya Eid and a team of dedicated cohort leaders, the club is quickly becoming a hub for mentorship, career exploration, and healthcare advocacy.
SHPC provides students with various opportunities to explore different career paths in healthcare. According to Eid, the club offers networking events, guest speaker series, and cohort groups tailored to specific pre-health fields, including pre-med, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, and MD/PhD tracks. By facilitating discussions with professionals and creating resources for students, SHPC aims to ensure that every aspiring healthcare worker has access to the guidance they need.
Aidan Robinson, a research cohort leader, highlighted the club’s commitment to research and career development. “We offer a comprehensive support system that blends career development, research opportunities, and mentorship. Our initiatives include career workshops, networking events with healthcare professionals, and partnerships with local hospitals and clinics.” He noted that SHPC collaborates with the Stevens Undergraduate Research Consortium to provide members with hands-on experience in medical and healthcare research.
One of SHPC’s standout initiatives this year is its recognition of National Heart Month in February. To promote awareness, the club is hosting a range of educational and interactive events. “We’re organizing a series of engaging events designed to both educate and inspire the Stevens community,” said Aidan. These efforts include workshops with first responders, CPR course promotions, and community outreach in collaboration with the Hoboken Volunteer Ambulance Corps.
Social media also plays a significant role in SHPC’s advocacy efforts. Eid explained that the club uses Instagram to share informative content, highlight health awareness days, and encourage engagement with important healthcare topics. “For National Heart Month, we post stories related to this cause to bring awareness and promote engagement in advocating for better care for those in need.”
Beyond National Heart Month, SHPC has an ambitious agenda. Upcoming plans include an EMT-focused installment of the “Let’s Chat” series, first-aid and CPR training sessions, and organic chemistry review workshops for pre-health students. Eid is also working on a potential collaboration with CAPS for World Down Syndrome Day and a panel discussion next week titled “MD, PhD, or MD/PhD: What is Right for Me?”
Looking toward the future, both Eid and Robinson have high aspirations for the club. “Our long-term vision is to establish the Health Professions Club as a central hub for personal and professional growth in the healthcare field,” said Robinson. Eid emphasized her commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive community for students hoping to enter the medical field. She also hopes to introduce graduation cords or pins to commemorate members’ dedication to their pre-health journeys at Stevens. Through mentorship, career development, and health advocacy, the club is ensuring that Stevens students have the resources, guidance, and community they need to thrive in the competitive world of healthcare.
