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Our Journey to a Community of Excellence

Creating a community where care, support and respect are at our core.

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At Ultimate Medical Academy, we recognize and value distinct life experiences and perspectives. Ultimate Medical Academy seeks to inspire our team members, and in turn our students, by creating a culture where care, support, and respect for others are championed.
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Community

The individuals - each holding their own perspectives and talents- that come together to enable the shared values, beliefs and practices that define our organization.

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Engagement

The opportunities offered that encourage connection and a sense of belonging to the various teams, units and greater organization.

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People

The stakeholders invested in the success of the institution that give their time, talents and treasures to ensure students and alumni are poised for greatness.

Sabrina Jackson
Sabrina JacksonAssociate Vice President, Culture and Engagement

“Our Culture and Engagement efforts reflect the heart of our organization. As care is at our core, we encourage our community and stakeholders to honor the individuals that inspire our collective, while ensuring they feel seen and valued for their contributions. We inspire Team UMA to be global contributors, striving to display care and respect for all in everything they do.”

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Resource Groups (ERG)s are UMAE team member led groups that establish a community united around shared experiences and opportunities to learn. ERGs bolster UMAE’s mission and enrich the team member experience by providing support, building awareness, and fostering inclusive communities.

These groups are open to and welcome all team members, regardless of identity, and allow us to connect with others or simply find a space to support each other while gaining a better understanding of different experiences. Our Employee Resource Groups provide the opportunity to interact with coworkers to have discussions about meaningful topics.

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BOLD

Black Originators, Leaders, and Developers

The mission of Black Originators, Leaders, and Developers (BOLD) is to champion the enrichment and success of all team members through cultural awareness, community engagement, and opportunities for learning and innovation. BOLD is open to all team members.

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PAW PRIDE

PAW PRIDE’s mission is to support and educate UMAE’s team members year-round on topics that affect the gay and lesbian experience. PAW PRIDE is open to all team members.

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WIN

Women’s Information Network

The Women’s Information Network (WIN) mission is to serve as a resource to the organization to positively influence the culture, provide opportunities to interact with coworkers, and support an inclusive working environment that considers the feedback of team members. WIN is open to all team members.

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ZEN DEN

Mental Health and Wellness at Work

The Zen Den's mission is to champion the enrichment and success of all professionals impacted by mental illness challenges through awareness, community engagement, and opportunities for learning and innovation. Zen Den is open to all team members.

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MINDS AT WORK

Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Minds at Work aims to attract and retain talent through awareness, education, and resource sharing regarding neurodiversity in the workplace. Minds at Work is open to all team members.

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Connect with us at
UMAEngagement@ultimatemedical.edu.

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Events

For Team UMA, we host monthly guest speakers to bring awareness to the varying identities and perspectives in our global community. Team members are invited to learn and discuss the topics with their colleagues and use their heightened perspectives to encourage inclusion in their everyday lives.

Community Involvement

At UMA, we believe Care Pays Back and that’s what we do through our community efforts. Through youth mentorship, volunteering to serve marginalized community members and partnership with local resources, we do our part to help positively influence the lives of others.