Mentors, Mountains and a Mission

Published on May 5, 2025

Carolina Covenant Scholars in the Rural Medicine Pathway Program recently rolled up their sleeves to clear debris in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene. Teaming up with local organizations, they made a real impact on the ground. See how this mentorship program at UNC-Chapel Hill is shaping future doctors and preparing them to serve rural communities.

This service trip was funded by a grant from the Carolina Center for Public Service. Read more about the Carolina Covenant’s 20th anniversary and see how the Rural Medicine Pathway Program fits into the program’s strategic priorities for the future.

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