HOSA Overview and History

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What is the HOSA mission?

To empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration and experience.

What was the 2022 - 2023 National HOSA Theme?

Beyond All Limits

What does the circle in the HOSA emblem represent?

The continuity of health care.

What does the triangle in the HOSA emblem represent?

Three aspects of humankind: well-being, social, physical and mental. Signup and view all the answers

What do the hands in the HOSA emblem signify?

The caring of each HOSA member. Signup and view all the answers

What does Navy Blue represent in HOSA colors?

Loyalty to the healthcare profession. Signup and view all the answers

What does Medical White represent in HOSA colors?

Purity of purpose. Signup and view all the answers

What does Maroon represent in HOSA colors?

Compassion of HOSA members. Signup and view all the answers

In what year was the HOSA emblem founded?

1976 Signup and view all the answers

Which state submitted the HOSA emblem?

Tennessee Signup and view all the answers

What is the HOSA motto?

The Hands of HOSA Mold the Health of Tomorrow Signup and view all the answers

What is the HOSA tagline?

HOSA- A Student-Led Association of Future Health Professionals. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Texas HOSA State Reporter?

Ali Thompson Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Texas HOSA State Historian?

Kristine Kukleryte Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Texas HOSA State Secretary?

Emilio Gonzalez Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Texas HOSA State Post Secondary Vice President?

Alex Brojanac Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Texas HOSA State Vice President?

Dia Ganjegunte Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Texas HOSA State President?

Jocelyn Auxier Signup and view all the answers

Who was the National HOSA President from Texas in 1979-1980?

Michael Harries Signup and view all the answers

Who was the National HOSA President from Texas in 1981-1982?

Donald Cork Signup and view all the answers

Who was the National HOSA President from Texas in 1995-1996?

Gwynne Jurries Signup and view all the answers

Who was the National HOSA President from Texas in 1998-1999?

Lowell Doringo Signup and view all the answers

Who was the National HOSA President from Texas in 2008-2009?

Luis Baez Signup and view all the answers

Who was the National HOSA President from Texas in 2014-2015?

Hugo Quesada Signup and view all the answers

Who is associated with the HOSA Supply Service?

Tim Moravec, Awards Unlimited Signup and view all the answers

Where is the National HOSA Headquarters located?

Southlake, Texas Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Texas HOSA Officer Coordinator?

Kelly Cowan Signup and view all the answers

Which states were founding members of HOSA?

New Mexico Signup and view all the answers

When was the first constitutional convention of HOSA held?

Arlington, Texas, 1976 Signup and view all the answers

Where was the First National Leadership Conference held?

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 1978 Signup and view all the answers

What year was AHOESA founded?

1975 Signup and view all the answers

What year was Texas HOSA founded?

1972 Signup and view all the answers

What was the topic for the Prepared Speaking and Speaking Skills Event in 2021 - 2022?

Shatter Your Expectations Signup and view all the answers

What does VICA stand for?

Vocational Industrial Clubs of America Signup and view all the answers

What does AVA-HOE represent?

Health Occupations Education Division of the American Vocational Association Signup and view all the answers

What does AVA stand for?

American Vocational Association Signup and view all the answers

When was the Seventh Report published to the National Advisory Council for Vocational Education?

1972 Signup and view all the answers

When was the Health Careers Clubs of New Jersey established?

October 1972 Signup and view all the answers

When was the Texas Association of Health Occupations Students (TAHOS) established?

April 1972 Signup and view all the answers

When was the Health Careers Club of North Carolina organized?

1973 Signup and view all the answers

When was the Oklahoma Health Occupations Student Organization (OHOSO) founded?

1974 Signup and view all the answers

What significant event happened from November 4-7, 1975?

Founding states voted to form AHOESO. Signup and view all the answers

What major meeting took place in November 1976?

The founding states met to form an organization and a Constitutional Convention was held. Signup and view all the answers

What does TAHOS stand for?

Texas Association of Health Occupations Students Signup and view all the answers

What is a proposal or resolution made by a member called?

Motion Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

HOSA Overview

HOSA aims to empower future health professionals through education, collaboration, and experience.
The 2022-2023 national theme is "Beyond All Limits."

HOSA Emblem

The circle symbolizes continuity in health care.
The triangle represents the three aspects of humankind: well-being, social interactions, physical, and mental health.
Hands signify the caring nature of HOSA members.

HOSA Colors

Navy Blue represents loyalty to the healthcare profession.
Medical White embodies purity of purpose.
Maroon reflects compassion of HOSA members.

Historical Context

HOSA was founded in 1976, with its emblem submitted by Tennessee.
The first constitutional convention occurred in Arlington, Texas, in November 1976.
National HOSA's headquarters is located in Southlake, Texas.

Texas HOSA Leadership

State President: Jocelyn Auxier
State Vice President: Dia Ganjegunte
State Secretary: Emilio Gonzalez
State Reporter: Ali Thompson
State Historian: Kristine Kukleryte
State Post Secondary Vice President: Alex Brojanac
Officer Coordinator: Kelly Cowan

Notable Presidents from Texas

Michael Harries (1979-1980), Donald Cork (1981-1982), Gwynne Jurries (1995-1996), and others held the National HOSA President position from Texas during different years.

Founding States and Organizations

Founding states for HOSA include Alabama, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Texas HOSA was established in 1972 under the Texas Association of Health Occupations Students (TAHOS).

VICA stands for Vocational Industrial Clubs of America.
AVA-HOE refers to the Health Occupations Education Division of the American Vocational Association.
AHOESA (American Health Occupations Education Student Organization) was founded in 1975.

Important Dates

The Seventh Report published to the National Advisory Council for Vocational Education occurred in 1972.
Health Careers Clubs of New Jersey was established in October 1972.
Oklahoma City hosted the first National Leadership Conference in 1978.
AHOESO was formed through a vote on November 4-7, 1975.

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Explore the foundational aspects of HOSA, including its mission to empower future health professionals and the significance of its emblem and colors. Dive into the historical context of HOSA's establishment and leadership structure, including key figures leading Texas HOSA in the current year.