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Day In the Life

South Arkansas University “A Day in the Life”

Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026

Location: Southern Arkansas University

Check-in Time: 8:30 a.m.

End Time: 2:15 p.m.

Lunch: Provided

11th grade students are welcome to apply from the following schools: Magnolia High School, Harmony Grove High School (Ouachita County), Camden High School, Taylor High School, Emerson High School, Columbia Christian School, Bearden High School, Fordyce High School.

Participants will:

Hear from speakers in the medical field

Take part in hands-on activities

Gain a better understanding of a variety of medical and health-related careers


How to Apply

Complete the online application

Application Deadline: February 20, 2026

Apply

What is A Day in the Life?

A one-day healthcare experience allowing seniors to see what A Day in the Life is like for a medical professional. Through speakers such as Physical Therapist, Family Medicine Physicians, Nurses, and more, students are able to learn about the career and ask questions. Students also tour a medical facility (where available) and take part in medical station rotations for hands-on activities such as drawing blood, and giving injections.

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