Faculty Engagement

Four examples of guest speaking and interaction with students

Share your journey.

Inspire future health professionals. 

In addition to UCSF Fresno faculty, we welcome all clinicians, trainees, and health professionals across disciplines and faculty affiliation to speak with students through the UCSF Fresno Office of Health Career Pathways (OHCP). Your story and skills make a real difference. 

Why Participate?

  • Support faculty promotion. Outreach and service align with university criteria for advancement and professional recognition.
  • Further university goals. Inspire the next generation to pursue health careers and strengthen our regional pipeline.
  • Advance community service & outreach. Share your expertise with local students while addressing real community needs.
  • Give Back - Feel the impact. High-touch, face-to-face engagement that’s meaningful, energizing, and personally rewarding.

What We Provide

You focus on content; we handle the rest.
  • Audience Matching: Staff work closely with you to identify the right class, program, or event.
  • Coordination: We schedule to fit your calendar and the school’s bell schedule. You’ll receive parking, check-in info, room location, AV details, and timing.
  • On-site Support: A staff member will greet you, escort you to the room, and assist during the presentation (slides, demos, Q&A).
  • Logistics & Materials: We can set up equipment, print handouts, and arrange interactive tools as needed.

Two Ways to Connect

Join the Listserv

Click here to signup

Talk With Us

Contact Angela Allison at [email protected] to discuss topics, audiences, and formats.

Ways to Engage

Guest Talk (30–45 min)

Enter conteShare your journey, role, and practical advice; include Q&A.nt.

Hands-On Micro-Workshop

Lead a short skill demo (vital signs, ultrasound basics, suturing practice, PPE). Equipment can be provided. 

Topical Mini-Lecture

Present on a health topic tied to our curriculum or your expertise; include a brief case or scenario

Panel or Fireside Chat

 Join multi-speaker sessions (path to medical/health careers, residency life, specialty spotlights).

Conference Session (HEaL or ROAD)

Deliver a 45 to 90 minute breakout with interactive elements for a larger student or parent audience. 

Virtual Visit

Zoom format available; in-person encouraged when possible for maximum engagement.

Topic and Presentation Ideas

UCSF Fresno – Areas of Special Focus 

Diabesity 

Valley Fever

Preterm Birth

Immigrant Health

Human Trafficking

Methamphetamine 

Clinical & Public Health Theme

Common symptoms & urgent syndrome

Prevention & wellness

Common infections & cancers

Development & pediatrics 

Mental health & trauma

Reproductive health 

Career Spotlights

A day in the life 

Tools used to diagnose & treat 

Team-based care & interprofessional roles

Path to your profession (tips & pitfalls)  

Equity, advocacy, and serving the Valley 

 

Who We Serve

Junior Doctors Academy | JDA
  • Caruthers Elementary, Caruthers Unified
  • Kings Canyon Middle School, Fresno Unified
  • Sequoia Middle School, Fresno Unified
  • Terronez Middle School, Fresno Unified
Doctors Academy | DA
  • Caruthers High School, Caruthers Unified
  • Sunnyside High School, Fresno Unified
CMSP SJV-MedBridge
  • Community College Students in the San Joaquin Valley
  • Mentoring to Medicine Summer Health Career Mentorship
Fresno-Madera K-16 Collaborative

Middle school and high school health pathway students in the following districts:

  • Central Unified
  • Cutler-Orosi Unified
  • Madera Unified
  • Parlier Unified
  • Sanger Unified

 

 

Logistics & Support 

Format

In-person preferred for Middle School and High School, but Zoom or Teams available; Zoom available for College. 

Schedule

Academic year and select program dates; times vary by site. 

Session Timing with Example

30–60 minutes (panels 45 minutes). 

Sample Session (30-45 min)

  1. Brief intro & student warm-up (2–3 min) 
  2. Your path & role (8–10 min) 
  3. Topic mini-lesson or demo (12–20 min) 
  4. Q&A or small-group prompt (5–10 min) 
  5. Closing takeaway & next steps (2 min) 
Audience Size

~25–40 students per class (larger at conferences). 

What We Provide
Coordination

Our coordinator will match your topic & availability to the best site. You will be contacted to confirm and OHCP staff will support you day-of. 

Accessibility

We strive to make sessions inclusive and engaging for all learners. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring a colleague or trainee? 

Yes! Co-presenters, assistants and panels are welcome.

What if I only have 30 minutes? 

That’s fine. We’ll schedule the format to fit your time window. 

Are virtual talks okay? 

Yes.In-person is ideal for hands-on activities, but Zoom sessions work well too

Can you provide supplies? 
Where do sessions happen? 

At our middle school and high school partner sites in Fresno County and potentially college opportunities in the Central Valley. 

Caruthers High & Elementary; Kings Canyon, Sequoia, Terronez Middle; Sunnyside High; plus other district partners.

What are additional speaking opportunities?

In‑Class Presentations – Visit other middle school and high school in Fresno County apart of our collaborative efforts to share your expertise. 

Career Fairs – Participate in career fairs to promote health professions. 

Simulations – Providing simulation experiences with students visit campus (generally summer) 

Annual Saturday HEaL Conference – Deliver breakout sessions or participate in panels for an audience of hundreds of students and families. 

ROAD Conference – Present at the Reach Out and Discover (ROAD) Conference, focused on broadening awareness of health careers. 

Mini Med School – Engage students in hands‑on, multi‑session programs simulating medical school experiences.