Current Hillis Scholars
Seniors
President
President
Major: Biology
The Hillis Scholars program has connected me to other students on the Pre-Medical track who have become mentors and close friends. The tight community that we share with each other and our faculty members has been such a blessing and I look forward to our meetings.
Vice President
Vice President
Major: University Scholars Major concentration in Biology, Honors, Certificate in Spanish for Health Professionals
Secondary Major: Spanish
Minor: Medical Humanities
The Hillis Scholars Program has connected me with a group of dedicated and encouraging students unlike any other. The social, academic, and professional support I have received is unmatched.
Major: University Scholars
Minor: Medical Humanities, Business Administration
Hillis Scholars has provided me with a familial network of camaraderie and communal support both inside and outside the classroom.
Major: Health Science Studies, Honors
Minor: Data Science
Being a part of this program has allowed me to meet so many amazing, like minded people with similar goals!
Major: University Scholars Concentration in Professional Writing and Rhetoric
Minors: Biochemistry and Medical Humanities
The Hillis Scholars Program has given me a true sense of community along with invaluable mentorship and academic opportunities. I am deeply grateful for this family of Scholars and the ways they continually inspire me to pursue excellence both personally and professionally as we unite in our shared commitment to living meaningful lives as physicians.
Major: Science Research Fellows, Biology Concentration
The Hillis Scholars program has provided me with an incredible outlet for support and guidance from upperclassmen and faculty. The community of scholars has demonstrated to me how I may prepare for life as a leader in health care who invests in others.
Major: Biology
Minor: Forensics
The community and passion that each person contributes to the program makes it so special and inspires me everyday! Being in this program has given me multiple opportunities that have made me a better person in various ways!
Major: Health Science Studies
Minor: Biochemistry, Honors Program
The community of students and physicians in this program isn't just supportive — it's inspiring! The mentorship we receive reminds us of the excitement we should carry for our future careers in medicine.
Majors: Business Fellows, Biology, Economics
Program: Honors Program
The Hillis Scholars have truly been my family away from home. From meeting with my physician mentor to talking with the other scholars, to family dinners and conversations with Dr. Matthews, I have truly felt at home at every moment of my time and am so grateful for the fellowship, mentorship, and community that the Hillis Scholars Program has given me.
Major: Cellular and Molecular Biology
Hillis Scholars has been extremely helpful in forming meaningful and long-lasting connections. It is a group of individuals that exemplify everything I aspire to express in myself now or in the future.
Juniors
Vice President
Vice President
Major: Cellular and Molecular Biology
Minor: BIC program, Certificate in Spanish for Health Professionals
The Hillis Scholars Program has been an incredibly transformative part of my academic and personal journey. From meaningful mentorship and family dinners, to learning experiences that deepen my understanding of the medical field, the Hillis Scholars Program provides an intentional community of like-minded individuals to learn and grow with. I am grateful to the Scholars and mentors of this program who inspire me to live a meaningful life providing compassionate care in medicine.
Major: Science Research Fellows
This program has been a joy to be a part of! I have loved the opportunity to have a community of like-minded, driven people passionate about medicine. The weekly dinners have turned these friends into family!
Majors: Business Fellow, Management
Minors: Biochemistry, Medical Humanities
The Hillis Scholars family is incredibly welcoming and supportive. I have gained a wealth of personal and academic advice just sitting around the dinner table, and enjoy being part of a community that encourages me to reach towards my fullest potential.
Majors: University Scholar and Religion
I have enjoyed getting to know other likeminded pre-medical students who share a great work ethic, but also the ability to have fun! It has also been a privilege to get great advice from Hillis upperclassmen and my Hillis mentor.
Major: Science Research Fellow, Biology Concentration
Minors: Chemistry, Data Science
Through the Hillis Scholars Program, I've had the opportunity to connect with amazing, like-minded friends and mentors, encouraging each other as we pursue medicine. The wisdom, guidance, and passion shared by the Hillis Family is invaluable, and I couldn’t have asked for a better community.
Major: Science Research Fellows
Minor: Biochemistry minor
The Hillis program has been an outstanding experience, fostering a supportive and encouraging community that I have greatly valued. In this environment, the one-on-one mentorship with a physician has provided guidance and encouragement, contributing significantly to my personal and professional development.