HMP Orientation 2014
By: Jeralyn Westercamp You know it's that time of year again when the Pumpkin Spice Latte appears. Time for Orientation. It can inspire excitement, dread, nervousness, trepidation - a potent mix of emotions for our new beginning in the field of healthcare. It's a dynamic and ever-changing field for HMP students. And in fact, our Orientation was almost dynamic as our industry! Back in yesteryear (those undergraduate years that seem so long ago), I remember the fear and excitement as we were paraded around campus with student ID cards swinging from our lanyards - so much to learn and take in. This round, there was the same fear and excitement, but the HMP staff tackled it with ease through immersive experiences and our welcoming HMP team. We participated in team building activities, picnics, and socials with alumni and current students. On our third day we had the opportunity to meet and hear from senior leadership a...