Southern Vermont AHEC

Our school visits are winding down for the academic year, but we’re squeezing in a few more before June!

On May 21, we had the opportunity to participate in the 3rd Annual High Demand Careers & Apprenticeship Fair at Brattleboro Union High School. This incredible event is part of the Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation Pipelines and Pathways Program (P3).

More than 700 students explored high-demand career fields like healthcare through a full day packed with career readiness activities, hands-on demonstrations, scavenger hunts, and even practicing their elevator pitches with local businesses.

What an amazing opportunity for students to explore career pathways, connect with potential employers, and start thinking about their next steps for the future.

Vermont Department of Health Vermont Health Careers Vermont Department of Labor Windham Regional Career Center

Sending a huge congratulations to a special group of 2026 graduates from the The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont who have made a lasting impact on our programs and students!

We are incredibly grateful to:

Caroline George (Class of 2027)
Georgia Babb
Anika Advant
* Aina Ratu

who served as mentors in our 2023 Summer MedQuest Programs at Rutland Regional Medical Center and Springfield Hospital, Inc. - VT *Aina was inducted into the Aequitas Health Honor Society (UVM) in October 2025 in recognition for “engaging in work rooted in improving health equity, anti-racism, and community engagement."

A special shoutout as well to:

Jake Bleau
Jenna Eaton-Clark

for overseeing our 2023 Summer Advanced MedQuest Program at Rutland Regional Medical Center , and to:

Julia Bernier

who contributed to the Health Professions Exploration Program (HPEP) Summer Project at Vermont State University Castleton Campus by helping to design curriculum for future pre-med and health professions students.

Their innovation, enthusiasm, leadership, and commitment inspired countless students to explore careers in healthcare and medicine. We are so proud to have been connected to each of them during their journey.

Wishing all of these outstanding graduates the very best as they begin the next chapter of their medical careers — your future patients will be lucky to have you!



Photo #1: L-R: Georgia Babb, Caroline George, Anika Advant (AHEC Scholar), and Aina Ratu (AHEC Scholar)
Photo #2: Julia Bernier (AHEC Scholar)
Photo #3: Jake Bleau, and Jenna Eaton-Clark (Both AHEC Scholars)

Vermont Department of Health Grace Cottage National AHEC Organization

We are thrilled to be a sponsor for the upcoming Workforce In Motion Summit & Equipment Rodeo on May 21st (9am-2pm) at Vermont State University Castleton Campus. This epic workforce development event should not be missed if you're a student, or seeking training and support for a new career. There will be loads of exhibitors, valuable resource information, cool swag, and of course, prizes, prizes, prizes. Hope to see you there!