CPASS Foundation

10/01/2026

🎙️ In case you missed us on WVON… now it’s time to join us in person.

Dr. Stephen Martin, CPASS Foundation Executive Director, recently joined Dr. Terry Mason on Dr. In the House on WVON 1690AM to preview the conversation ahead at the 4th Annual CPASS S.T.E.M.M. Pathways to Health Equity Symposium.

Now, we’re just two days away.

This Saturday, leaders in education, healthcare, workforce development, and community will come together around this year’s theme: Educating the Future of Health: Building Bold Pathways from Campus to Career

And this year, the conversation continues into the afternoon with our newly added Special Joint Session with National Medical Fellowships, Inc., featuring a screening of Listen to Me Documentary and a conversation inspired by the film.

If you’ve been planning to join us, this is your LAST OPPORTUNITY to secure your seat.

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 University of Chicago
🚪 Doors Open: 8:00 AM CDT
🕘 Program Begins Promptly: 9:00 AM CDT

Two powerful programs. One important conversation.

🔗 RSVP today: https://hubs.la/Q04ynFlV0

09/29/2026

🎙️ In case you missed us on WVON, catch the conversation now on Spotify!

Listen to “CPASS on WVON: Building Pathways to Health Equity and Spotlighting Listen To Me” as Dr. Stephen Martin, CPASS Foundation Executive Director, joins Dr. Terry Mason on Dr. in the House to preview the 4th Annual S.T.E.M.M. Pathways to Health Equity Symposium.

The conversation also features special guest Stephanie Etienne, Co-Director and Producer of Listen to Me Documentary, discussing the powerful film and the urgent conversations it brings forward about Black maternal health, lived experience, and health equity.

🎧 Listen to the rebroadcast on Spotify: https://hubs.la/Q04yw-640

Then, join us in person on Saturday, October 3, 2026, for a powerful day of education, leadership, community, and action—featuring the symposium’s morning program and an afternoon screening of Listen To Me, presented as a Special Joint Program with National Medical Fellowships, Inc..

⏰ The final day to RSVP is Thursday, October 1st!

Learn more about the symposium and reserve your seat:
🔗 https://hubs.la/Q04yw-6Y0

Listen. Learn. Join the conversation. We hope to see you there!

09/25/2026

🎙️ We’re going on-air!

Tune in to WVON 1690AM - The Talk of Chicago on Sunday, September 27 at 10:00 AM as the Dr. Stephen Martin, CPASS Foundation Executive Director, joins Dr. Terry Mason on Dr. In the House to preview the 4th Annual CPASS S.T.E.M.M. Pathways to Health Equity Symposium.

We’ll talk about this year’s theme, Educating the Future of Health: Building Bold Pathways from Campus to Career, what’s ahead for October 3, and why creating stronger pathways from education to careers in health and STEMM matters.

We’ll also spotlight Listen to Me Documentary, the powerful health film featured during the symposium’s afternoon program. Stephanie Etienne, Co-Director/Producer, will join us as a special guest to discuss the film.

📻 Listen live on WVON 1690AM - The Talk of Chicago or iHeartRadio.

Then join us on Saturday, October 3, at the University of Chicago for the conversation in person.

Tune in. Then join us.

Seats are limited. Secure your seat: https://hubs.la/Q04ybWN_0

Thank you to our Sponsors: The Chicago Community Trust, National Medical Fellowship, AMA CHANGEMEDED®, and the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group.

09/24/2026

🎙️We’re going on-air!

Tune in to WVON 1690AM - The Talk of Chicago on Sunday, September 27 at 10:00 AM CDT as Dr. Stephen Martin, CPASS Foundation Executive Director, joins Dr. Terry Mason on Dr. In the House to preview the 4th Annual CPASS S.T.E.M.M. Pathways to Health Equity Symposium.

We’ll talk about this year’s theme, Educating the Future of Health: Building Bold Pathways from Campus to Career, what’s ahead for October 3rd, and why creating stronger pathways from education to careers in health and STEMM matters.

We’ll also spotlight Listen to Me Documentary, the powerful health film featured during the symposium’s afternoon program. Stephanie Etienne, Co-Director/Producer, will join us as a special guest to discuss the film.

📻 Listen live on WVON 1690AM - The Talk of Chicago or iHeartRadio.

Then join us on Saturday, October 3, at the University of Chicago for the conversation in person.

Tune in. Then join us.

Seats are limited. Secure your seat: https://hubs.la/Q04ybWkW0

Thank you to our Sponsors: The Chicago Community Trust, National Medical Fellowship, AMA CHANGEMEDED®, and the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group.

09/22/2026

A NEW AFTERNOON EXPERIENCE HAS BEEN ADDED.

The 2026 CPASS S.T.E.M.M. Pathways to Health Equity Symposium is expanding.

Following our morning program, CPASS Foundation and National Medical Fellowships, Inc. will come together for a special joint session featuring a screening of the acclaimed documentary Listen to Me Documentary, presented in celebration of National Medical Fellowships’ 80th Anniversary.

The film follows three Black women on their journeys to motherhood—from heartbreak to resistance, healing, and joy.

Following the screening, the conversation continues with a timely panel exploring the experiences and issues raised in the documentary—and what they mean for the future of maternal health, families, communities, and the healthcare workforce.

The discussion will be moderated by Kristin Vaughan, Chief Content Officer of BlackDoctor, and will feature Kanika Harris, PhD, MPH, Co-Director/Producer of Listen To Me, and Yolanda R. Lawson, MD, FACOG, OB/GYN & National Medical Fellowships alumna.

Two programs. One powerful day.

The morning explores how education, leadership, and opportunity can build stronger pathways into the future health and STEMM workforce. The afternoon brings us closer to the human experiences that make this work so important.

Come for the conversation. Stay for the story.
Leave inspired to help shape what comes next.

📍 University of Chicago
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026

Haven’t secured your seat yet? There’s still time.

Secure your seat: https://hubs.la/Q04y0PT40

Thank you to our Sponsors: The Chicago Community Trust, National Medical Fellowship, AMA CHANGEMEDED®, and the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group.

09/16/2026

Meet the 2026 panel.
▪Dr. Paulette Dillard, President, Shaw University
▪Z Scott, J.D., President, Chicago State University
▪Juan Salgado, Chancellor, City Colleges of Chicago

Three higher education leaders. Three distinct perspectives. One important conversation about how colleges and universities can build stronger pathways from campus to careers in health and STEMM.

Moderated by Dr. William A. McDade, CPASS Foundation Board Member.

October 3, 2026. University of Chicago. Seats are limited. Secure your seat: https://hubs.la/Q04xv5m-0

Thank you to our Sponsors: The Chicago Community Trust, National Medical Fellowship, AMA CHANGEMEDED®, and the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group.

09/09/2026

We're thrilled to announce our 2026 John Bradley STEM Award for Inspirational Leadership Honoree: LaMenta Sweetie Conway, MD, MPH! 👏

Dr. Conway's dedication to advancing health equity and inspiring the next generation of STEMM leaders makes her the perfect fit for this honor. We can't wait to celebrate her at the 4th Annual STEMM Pathways to Health Equity Symposium on October 3, 2026.

This year's theme, "Educating the Future of Health: Building Bold Pathways from Campus to Career," is all about equipping students with the tools and connections they need to thrive.

Want to be part of the celebration? Get added to the waitlist here: https://hubs.la/Q04x4KG_0

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08/28/2026

We're proud to support our partner MOLA Medical Organization for Latino Advancement as they host one of the largest Latino health conferences in the country! Join them for the Annual MOLA Conference: Unidos, Nuestras Voces — October 16 & 17 at Loyola University, Maywood, IL. ⏰ Early bird registration (50% off) ends August 31st — don't miss it!

Full details and pricing at https://hubs.la/Q04vJQ8N0

08/08/2026

06/23/2026

39 scholars. The largest class in STEMM Scholars Academy history. The Class of 2029 is here, and they are ready. 🎉 Meet the next generation of scientists, physicians, engineers, and innovators.

Read here: https://hubs.la/Q04mnWWc0

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