Milwaukee AHEC

04/23/2026

We hosted our Culture Shock Community Health Immersion this past weekend, bringing students to Milwaukee for three days of learning, listening, and reflection on community‑driven health.

In partnership with Northwest Wisconsin AHEC, this experience brought together 16 students—8 in Ashland and 8 here in Milwaukee—to explore the similarities and differences between rural and urban healthcare. Through conversations with community leaders, site visits, and shared reflection, students examined how place, systems, and history shape health and access to care.

This immersion emphasized curiosity, humility, and learning from community—perspectives students will carry forward into future health careers.

04/07/2026

Happy National Public Health Week!

Happy National Public Health Week! Join us April 6-12 as we recognize achievements that extended lifespans and dramatically improved quality of life. Take time to celebrate the public health workers who show up for us every day — this week and year-round.

Check out events here: https://vist.ly/4xgdt

04/01/2026

03/23/2026

𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐮𝐤𝐞𝐞 𝐀𝐇𝐄𝐂 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐇𝐄𝐂 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤!

March 23–27, 2026 shines a spotlight on the work AHECs do to expand access, strengthen healthcare pathways, and support the future workforce right here in our community.

Honored to invest in tomorrow’s healthcare professionals—today.

03/19/2026

National AHEC Week is almost here!

National AHEC Week is almost here!

Every day across the country, Area Health Education Centers (AHECs) are working behind the scenes to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals. Next week, we’ll shine a spotlight on that work during National AHEC Week.

Through health career pathway programs, clinical training experiences, and continuing education opportunities, AHECs help thousands of students explore healthcare careers while supporting practicing professionals as they strengthen their skills.

Together, these efforts help build a stronger healthcare workforce for communities nationwide.

Throughout the week, we’ll bring this impact to life through real stories and real faces, highlighting AHEC Scholars, alumni, innovative programs, and partnerships shaping the future of healthcare.

Have an AHEC story or experience to share?

Tag your local AHEC or tell us how AHEC has made a difference in your community.

03/17/2026

Registration is now open for CARE U, a FREE full-day training for anyone who provides care to older adults—including direct care workers and family caregivers.

📅 May 20, 2026
⏰ 8:30am–5:00pm
📍 UWM Zilber College of Public Health
🥗 Lunch included

This hands-on training covers practical skills such as dementia care, mobility, nutrition, vision, understanding pain, emergency preparedness, and more.
• Presented in English
• Materials available in English & Spanish
• Bilingual facilitators on site
• Spots are limited—register soon.

More information and registration: https://lnkd.in/gMuE-hwR

03/13/2026

Milwaukee AHEC is proud to celebrate our AmeriCorps members—Elijah, Ela'jah, Susan and Ricki—during AmeriCorps Week! Thank you for inspiring high school students to explore healthcare careers and for being outstanding mentors to the next generation of health professionals.

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02/20/2026

WI AHEC is growing! Explore statewide job openings and apply now: https://ahec.wisc.edu/

Our AHEC Centers across the state are launching new programs and expanding existing ones to better support rural communities and learners throughout Wisconsin—and we’re hiring!

📌 Full- and part-time roles available

📅 Application deadlines: Feb 27 – Mar 20

Explore open positions, share with your network, and apply today. Your next meaningful career move might be with us! See our website for all job posting information: https://ahec.wisc.edu/

02/19/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE!

CARE U is a FREE full‑day training for anyone who provides care to older adults — whether you’re a direct care worker or a family caregiver. Lunch included!

📅 May 20, 2026
🕣 8:30am–5:00pm
📍 UWM Zilber College of Public Health

Hands‑on learning + practical skills covering dementia care, mobility, nutrition, vision, understanding pain, emergency preparedness, and more.

✨ Presented in English with materials in English & Spanish
✨ Bilingual facilitators on site
✨ Space is limited!

Want to know when registration opens? Contact Diane:
📧 farsetta@wisc.edu
☎️ 608‑265‑9542

More info: care.nursing.wisc.edu/care-u-for-direct-care-staff

02/17/2026

Please share with interested students—great opportunities across the state!

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The application is now OPEN for the Spring & Summer AHEC Community Health Immersion. This year we have really great options!

⚡Culture Shock: From City Streets to Country Roads | Milwaukee OR Ashland | April 16-19; Virtual April 14 & 21

🌲Rising Up: Paths to Healing in Rural Wisconsin | Rhinelander | April 30-May 2

🏠Housing IS Health | Menominee Nation | May 14-16

🎖VetsCare: Veteran Health and Wellness | Eau Claire | May 19-21

🗽From Roots to Routes: The Immigration Experience | Rock County/Beloit | May 19-22

Learn more and apply by March 29th at https://ahec.wisc.edu/community-health-immersion/.