On June 17-24, 2018, Truman held its annual Summer Talent Academy for Professions in Health (STAPH) camp. This year, the camp was co-directed by Dr. Brandy Schneider and Jana Arabas of the HES department. The preceptors were HES students Sammy Garrett, Mitch Nichols, and Allison Politsch. 25 students attended the camp to learn about a variety of professions related to healthcare. 
Students experienced hands-on demonstrations and lectures throughout the week. Students participated in panel discussions with medical fellows and Truman’s team physician about their experiences. Students learned about dentistry, prosthetics, disability studies, athletic training, gait analysis, exercise science, podiatry, medical research, fitness center administration and leadership, and psychology. The students also heard talks and participated in demonstrations about cadaver anatomy. Speakers included Truman faculty and local medical and health care professionals.
At the conclusion of the camp, the students completed a case study poster followed by an oral presentation to people who attended the final reception.