“It's all about paying it forward. It's about recognizing the mentors I had and now the mentorship that I'm providingto my students. They are the next generation of health educators, right? So, I want to make sure that they're getting the guidance that I received but amplified.” - Alvin Tran

On this episode of The HPP Podcast, Dr. Alvin Tran shares his reflections on his experience with bringing students tothe SOPHE 2025 Annual Conference. He shares his role as a mentor, what the conference meant to his students, and insights for first-time attendees. This episode highlights the mutual benefits of faculty-student relationships and underscores the importance of reaching back to elevate students through conference experiences.  

To read the article in its entirety, visit: First Steps, Lasting Impact: Reflections on Faculty-Student Mentorship at SOPHE 2025.