Native American Center for Health Professions

05/29/2026

It’s that time of year….! We’re back next week with new episodes of Medicine Talkers! Make sure you follow Medicine Talkers on Spotify so you don’t miss the drop 🎙️🎧

05/28/2026

There's still time to register for the DLS happening next week Wednesday, June 3rd from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm (in-person and virtual options)!

The Native American Center for Health Professions (NACHP) is pleased to announce our last lecture of the academic year, Jessica Rickert, DDS (Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation).
This lecture series is sponsored by the Indians into Medicine (INMED), Indian Health Service grant.

Dentistry is The Pathway to a Healthy Body
Join us to learn more about Jessica A. Rickert, DDS and her triumphant path to become an accomplished dentist and a powerful role model for all youth. During her talk, Dr. Rickert will share the history of her Tribe, including the sad and arduous Pottawatomi Trail of Tears and the forced removal to Kansas. Her grandparents' trek back to Michigan is the definition of courage and serves as a source of inspiration for her path, as well as a celebration of the Pottawatomi, Odawa and Ojibway heritage and culture.
Through Dr. Rickert’s own personal journey and expertise, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the pathways into dentistry and the important foundation it provides for overall health in Indigenous communities.

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026
11:30 am - 1:00 pm CST
Room 1325 Health Sciences Learning Center
In-Person and Virtual Lecture
Q & A to follow

For in-person registration:
https://forms.gle/pkJVSgn1DkRQB7127

For virtual registration:
https://uwmadison.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_snJg5BXCRbmn6YZF_cAVXw?fbclid=IwY2xjawSFYvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZVUxiZzRMR1JBSGNKbEU4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHm1MLWa9bJU0AOdpS6kDSEFSRwBPTe0ddH6eWoel49yeYJhEFT9hIJAop3bV_aem_LPj4nrZLjjVytrrM2J9Ftg #/registration

05/26/2026

NACHP popped into Allen Centennial Garden last week. Huge thanks to the Garden crew for welcoming us into such a vibrant classroom.
Can’t wait to grow more moments like this together!

05/21/2026

Interested in health, wellness, youth programming, or working with Native communities this summer?

The Native American Center for Health Professions (NACHP), in partnership with UW–Madison Extension, is hiring a paid Health & Well-Being Intern for Summer 2026.

This 8-week, part-time internship ($17.50/hour, 20 hours/week) will support youth health and wellness programming in the Menominee and Lac Courte Oreilles communities. Responsibilities include assisting with hands-on STEM and health activities, program logistics, activity facilitation, survey and student data entry, and other summer program support.

Who should apply?
• Students age 18+ currently enrolled in post-secondary education
• Individuals interested in health, wellness, education, or community engagement
• Experience working with Native communities and/or youth is preferred but not required
• Pre-health and pre-med students are encouraged to apply

To apply, send your resume to Autumn Chevalier at [email protected]. Apply by May 22, 2026 for priority consideration. We will be accepting applications until the position is filled.

Please share with anyone who may be interested.

05/20/2026

NACHP recently recognized 2026 health professions graduates. Shout out to keynote speaker Dr. Andrew Steinfeldt (Oneida). Andrew is proud to be an alumnus of NACHP and is current UW faculty in the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine. His encouraging words were a good reminder that graduates are not alone and belong in these spaces because they are worthy.

Big cheers to all the students we have had the joy and privilege of working with. Your hard work, growth, and commitment shine! Seeing you step forward as future leaders in Native health is exactly why NACHP does what it does. Congrats on everything you’ve accomplished and everything you’re about to do next!

05/20/2026

The Native American Center for Health Professions (NACHP) is pleased to announce our last lecture of the academic year, Jessica Rickert, DDS (Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation).
This lecture series is sponsored by the Indians into Medicine (INMED), Indian Health Service grant.

Dentistry is The Pathway to a Healthy Body
Join us to learn more about Jessica A. Rickert, DDS and her triumphant path to become an accomplished dentist and a powerful role model for all youth. During her talk, Dr. Rickert will share the history of her Tribe, including the sad and arduous Pottawatomi Trail of Tears and the forced removal to Kansas. Her grandparents' trek back to Michigan is the definition of courage and serves as a source of inspiration for her path, as well as a celebration of the Pottawatomi, Odawa and Ojibway heritage and culture.
Through Dr. Rickert’s own personal journey and expertise, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the pathways into dentistry and the important foundation it provides for overall health in Indigenous communities.


Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026
11:30 am - 1:00 pm CST
Room 1325 Health Sciences Learning Center
In-Person and Virtual Lecture
Q & A to follow

For in-person registration:
https://forms.gle/pkJVSgn1DkRQB7127

For virtual registration:
https://uwmadison.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_snJg5BXCRbmn6YZF_cAVXw #/registration

Please share widely with your networks and colleagues!

05/13/2026

Sokaogon Chippewa Community is hiring!

- Tribal Aging and Disability Resource Specialist
- Behavioral Health Therapist
- Registered Nurse

For information on employment opportunities with the Tribe please contact:
Sokaogon Chippewa Human Resources Department
Office: 715-478-7663
Email: [email protected]

Employment Opportunities Sokaogon Chippewa Community Employment Opportunities:   ADRS Behavioral Health Therapist Certified Medical Assistant Clinic Receptionist C-store assistant manager Daycare Teacher LPN Primary Care Provider Quality Improvement Coordinator Registered Nurse Security Officer-Cas...

05/12/2026

This two year grant position will work with the 11 tribes in Wisconsin to help understand best approaches for biospecimen collection at UW.
It is a largely remote job and experience in tribal communities is strongly preferred.

Please share with your networks!

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Job Category:Academic StaffEmployment Type:Terminal (Fixed Term)Job Profile:Outreach SpecialistJob Summary:The University of Wisconsin, School...

05/11/2026

10th Annual American Indians Accessing Health Professions Programs (AIAHPP)

Priority application due May 22, 2026
Final due date: May 29, 2026

To apply: https://www.aaip.org/events/10th-annual-aiahpp

🩺APPLY NOW💻 Applications are now open for the 10th Annual American Indians Accessing Health Professions Program (AIAHPP), taking place July 9–11, 2026 in Riverside and Colton, California.

Hosted by UC Riverside School of Medicine and California University of Science & Medicine in partnership with the Association of American Indian Physicians, this two-day summer program offers American Indian and Alaska Native community college and early university students hands-on exposure to health profession careers, mentorship opportunities, and professional networking with AI/AN healthcare leaders.

Applicants must be 18+ years old, with priority applications due May 22 and final applications due May 29 at 5 PM PDT.

https://form.jotform.com/251535276906058

05/07/2026

Two opportunities for students 18+ enrolled in post-secondary education to make an impact in your community.

Extension Washburn County:
https://go.wisc.edu/tb3v3p

Based in Brown County:
https://go.wisc.edu/gmx7r2

Application deadline is Friday, May 8, 2026.

05/06/2026

The 22nd Annual Indigenous Health and Wellness Day brought together middle and high school students from across Wisconsin for a day of culture, connection, and hands on health science exploration. Honored to celebrate the next generation of health leaders 🤩

Thank you to the planning committee, sponsors, volunteers, chaperones, and students for another successful program!

Next year's IHWD is scheduled for April 22-23, 2027. Save the date!