This month, over 110 nursing and radiation therapy students at Texas State University participated in a Poverty Simulation—an immersive experience designed to deepen empathy, understanding, and compassion for individuals facing economic hardship. Through the support of our incredible community volunteers and faculty, students stepped into the shoes of those navigating the challenges of poverty.
This experience helps future healthcare professionals recognize the social determinants of health and reinforces the importance of delivering equitable, patient-centered care.
“This opened my eyes to what many families face every day. I will carry this perspective into every patient interaction,” said one student participant.
Texas State University is a member of the Central Texas Healthcare Partnership. The partnership was founded in early 2018 under the leadership of three Central Texas healthcare industry leaders: Baylor Scott & White Health, Ascension Seton, and St. David’s HealthCare. Learn more about how the CTHP is leading workforce development in the Central Texas healthcare industry.