The NWRHC application is due January 9th, 2026. Here is the link to the scholarship application
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Northwest Rural Health Conference
The NWRHC application is due January 9th, 2026. Here is the link to the scholarship application
Ambassadors: Apply to present at the annual Northwest Rural Health Conference poster session!
In addition, you can apply for a travel scholarship.
If interested, please contact Dr. Hoa Appel at happel@uw.edu.
Poster submission due by January 2, 2026.
Washington Academy of Family Physicians (WAFP)
MS 1-4: Poster submission & Scholarships
Poster abstract due by February 15, 2026
Scholarships contain various due dates, first application due Feb. 7, 2026.
If you’re not a member, sign up for the free membership here.
Please email Dr. Hoa Appel (happel@uw.edu) if you have questions about the WAFP’s poster and/or scholarships.
New Course in Winter 2026
FAMED 520 Fundamentals of Behavioral Health in Primary Care, is a 1-2 credits elective asynchronous online course, open to all Ambassadors and health professional students.
The course provides an introduction to integrated behavioral health, exploring concepts of health equity, trauma informed care, and patient engagement, with a focus on clinical interventions. The course incorporates the latest content from UW Psychiatry and Behavioral Health. FAMED 520 will be taught by Dr. Hoa Appel. Questions? Email happel@uw.edu.
Thank you to all Ambassadors who helped to review incoming E25 Ambassador applications. Your time as reviewers is greatly appreciated!
Join us on December 10th for the Fall Mixer for E24, their mentees, and welcome incoming E25 ambassadors
Join us for the 2025 Ambassador Fall Mixer on the UW Seattle Campus on Wednesday December 10th!
LETI Spring 2026 Interprofessional Project
We’re preparing for 2026 Spring quarter’s Latino Educational Training Institute (LETI) project. You’ll have an opportunity to share your knowledge with the Latino community in Snohomish County. Health topics such as hypertension, oral health, diabetes, and mental health were presented this past spring.
All Ambassadors are eligible to participate, and this will count towards your presentation requirement.
Questions? Contact E24 ambassadors Sakshi at sakshil@uw.edu; Donna at donna97@uw.edu; or Korosh at korosh9@uw.edu
Tabetha Clark, E24 HCOP Ambassador, presents at NWRHC
Tabetha Clark, E24 HCOP Ambassador and 3rd year dental student, presented her research at the Northwest Rural Health Conference (NWRHC) in Spokane this spring. Her research examined reproductive experiences and barriers women encountered as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to the poster presentation, Tabetha received full travel and accommodation scholarship to attend the NWRHC.
If you would like to present at the 2026 NWRHC, please note that a request for a poster session is due by January 2nd, 2026. Please contact Dr. Hoa Appel happel@uw.edu if you’re interested in submitting your abstract.
Ambassador News
It’s almost time for your quarterly check in with Dr. Appel!
Remember to complete the program survey, canvas modules, and your clinical hours. Check with Sarah Azhar with any questions on these items.
Ambassador Current & Upcoming Events
LETI Opportunity
We’re partnering with LETI (Latino Educational Training Institute) on an educational program on Saturdays starting February to provide education on preventative health. Email Dr. Appel at happel@uw.edu if you’re interested in learning more.
Upcoming Conference
The Northwest Rural Health Conference will be during spring break on March 24-26 in Spokane. Poster submissions and scholarship application are now open. Let us know if you’re thinking of attending.
King County Clinic Listening Project
Interested in learning more about what patients think about their health?
Join us for a listening session where you get to ask people questions. Saturday April 26 morning and afternoon shifts. Questions? Email Taylor at
taylork8@uw.edu or apply by March 31st here.