This edition of the Global Health Academy Newsletter highlights the success of the Fifth Annual Global Health Conference, bringing together partners, educators, healthcare professionals, and learners from around the world. From groundbreaking innovations and prestigious awards to Global Health Scholar experiences and expanding international collaborations, the newsletter showcases the people and partnerships driving meaningful change. Read more to explore the stories, achieve

The August–September 2026 Global Health Academy newsletter features UNGA Science Summit sessions, the Fifth Annual Global Health Conference, and a new partnership with The University of the West Indies in Jamaica. Explore a community approach to maternal healthcare for migrant women in Thailand, updates on global health electives, and reflections from students and scholars whose experiences across our partner sites are shaping their clinical skills and commitment to compassio

Two months after returning home, LaShonda Peña reflects on how her global health elective in Botswana continues to shape her growth as a future physician. From meaningful clinical experiences in the Accident and Emergency Department to lasting friendships and a new perspective on patient care, Botswana left a lasting impact. Her reflection explores how adaptability, clinical reasoning, and human connection transcended resources and transformed both her medical training and ou

The July 2026 Global Health Academy Newsletter highlights a successful Youth Academy Summer School that empowered future health leaders through leadership and wellness training. Featured updates include global health site visits in the Philippines and Vietnam, international student electives across five countries, a Botswana healthcare equipment donation, insights from the latest GHA Dialogues session on malaria, and preparations for the Fifth Annual Global Health Conference.