Southern Kentucky AHEC

09/02/2026

Proposals are now being accepted for the 2026-27 Healthy WAY Program at the University of Kentucky Center of Excellence in Rural Health.

Submit a proposal at the link below by September 25, 2026: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/p2BMPpQ/healthyway

For more information, contact Beth Bowling at [email protected] or (606) 439-3557.

Proposals are now being accepted for the 2026-27 Healthy WAY Program at the University of Kentucky Center of Excellence in Rural Health.

Healthy WAY (Wellness in All Youth) is a leadership development and research training program for rural Kentucky high school students.

Student-led teams will have the opportunity to work on projects that address issues affecting youth health and well-being at the school and community levels.

Project funding, hands-on research experience, technical support, and research mentoring are available to student teams selected for this competitive program. Up to four schools will be selected for 2026-27.

Submit a proposal at the link below by September 25, 2026: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/p2BMPpQ/healthyway

For more information, contact Beth Bowling at [email protected] or (606) 439-3557.

09/01/2026

Applications are now open for Southern KY AHEC Future Docs Pre-med Prep Program! Apply today! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/zmcjhf8

08/28/2026

At the risk of sounding cheesy, Grace Health - we couldn't do it without you!

For our Most Valuable Preceptor #2, we celebrated the providers, office staff, and coordinators in Corbin that make what we do over at Southern Kentucky AHEC possible.

Thank you for taking in our rotating students, giving them the hands-on experience they need to thrive, and encouraging them to return to our region after graduation!

We’re so grateful for your partnership, your support of our students, and the role you play in helping us grow the next generation of healthcare professionals right here in Southern Kentucky.

08/25/2026

📣 Attention High School Students!

Are you 16 years or older and live in Knox, Whitley, or Laurel County? If you’re interested in pursuing a career in nursing, consider applying for our Next Nurse Nursing Pipeline Program! 🩺

This is a FREE and competitive program designed to help students explore the nursing profession and prepare for their future careers.

Don’t wait—get your application in now!

08/21/2026

AHEC SCHOLARS APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!! https://soahec.org/ahec-scholars/
See flyer for details.

08/19/2026

HOT Expo registration is open!
https://soahec.org/hot-expo/

08/10/2026

The students that we work with here at Southern Kentucky AHEC never cease to amaze us. Emma Neely, pictured below, is a UK 3rd Year Medical student who recently rotated in Corbin. On the very first day of her rotation on her way to the hospital, she was involved in a minor car wreck in which her car was totaled. In response, Emma caught a ride to the hospital with police and was only 10 minutes late on her first day. While we were beyond relieved to hear that she was okay, we were floored at the dedication and perseverance and knew we had to share her story.

Here is what Emma had to say about her rotation:
“I thoroughly enjoyed my experience working with Dr. Butler, a pediatrician in Corbin, KY. The community and office were very welcoming to me despite the rocky start. I was able to learn about the local community through the patient populations and medical practices in a comprehensive way. It was a wonderful experience to see what pediatric medicine is like outside of a large referral center like UK. The hands-on experience and continuity of care I was able to have through just a 3-week rotation greatly improved my learning experience and motivated me to interact more with families.”

08/02/2026

Goodbye, Summer 2026! ☀️

These photos highlight an incredible summer, featuring our four health career camps and our visit to the University of Kentucky, where students explored the many health science pathway programs available.

It was a busy and rewarding summer filled with hands-on learning, career exploration, and unforgettable experiences. While summer has come to an end, this is just the beginning for many of these students. We’re excited to continue working with them throughout the 2026–27 school year in our school-based and pipeline programs.

Stay tuned for more opportunities for both high school and college students as we continue inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals!