HSSP is one of the Michigan Learning Communities (MLCs).  HSSP's mission is to:

• support your transition to the University of Michigan
• promote exploration of issues and opportunities in the health sciences and professions
• promote understanding of the diversity of UM and the health professions
• provide opportunities to enhance your leadership skills
• offer guidance to resources to assist you on your pre-health journey

To accomplish this mission, HSSP students:

• live together in common corridors
• complete a one-year core course that explores issues and opportunities in a wide range of health fields
• observe faculty and clinicians in real-life settings across the health professions
• meet faculty, advisors, and students from UM's health schools at co-curricular events
• participate in community service, multicultural, and wellness events

For more information about HSSP's early years, please see the feature article in Medicine at Michigan (2003).