2025 West Tennessee Discovery Summit

West Tennessee Discovery Summit

Saturday, November 15, 2025

8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT
University of Tennessee at Martin - The Kathleen & Tom Elam Center 

15 Mount Pelia Road, Martin, TN 38237

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See you at the Discovery Summit!

About the Event

The Discovery Summit is a unique opportunity for Tennessee students to gain a deeper understanding of the possibilities that a future in healthcare can offer! Select your category and register today.

Hosted by UT Martin and sponsored by HOSA Tennessee.

  • Career Hall

    Connect with professionals from over 16 healthcare career groups including Nursing, Medicine, Rehabilitation, Dentistry, Healthcare Administration, Radiology, and many more!​

  • Community Hall

    Meet with representatives from Tennessee colleges, universities, technical schools, and hospitals to learn about educational programs, internships, camps, scholarships, tuition reimbursement, and more!

  • Simulations Tour

    Attendees can explore cutting-edge simulation labs where students from fields like medicine, nursing, and therapy gain hands-on experience to prepare for their careers.​

  • Breakout Sessions

    Attend a variety of breakout sessions covering topics such as stackable credentials and hear from both emerging and established healthcare professionals about navigating the path to a successful career in healthcare.​

  • Peer Chat

    Emerging professionals currently enrolled in a post-secondary program can engage with high school students to share insights, experiences, and the unique journey that have brought them from high school to where they are today.

  • Swag Giveaways

    Participate in exciting swag basket drawings throughout the event - featuring fun gear and gift cards, courtesy of our education and hospital partners!​

Register Here

I'm a Student, Teacher, Parent, or Advisor

and want to attend and learn about healthcare careers.



I'm a Healthcare or Education Organization

and want to share about my programs.


I'm a Healthcare Professional

and want to share about my career.


I'm an Emerging Healthcare Professional

and want to speak with students about my experience.

Event Information

Attendee - Parking and Entrance

Attendees may park in the Elam Center in the BLUE and PURPLE lots on Mount Pelia Road and Pat Head Summit Drive as indicated on the map. The event entrance is at the south end of the Elam Center as indicated on the map and can be easily accessed from both Mt. Pelia Road and Pat Head Summit Drive. Look for the Discovery Summit flag at the entrance site.


Staff, Career and Community Hall - Parking and Entrance

Staff, career, and community hall participants may park on Benson Drive, indicated on the map by the PURPLE lot with a GREEN P (off Mt. Pelia Road). Unloading and entrance for the Elam Center is at the North end of the Elam Center and is indicated by a RED U on the map.


Know Before You Go

  • No backpacks or large bags.
  • No animals are allowed except service animals.
  • View our FAQs here.

Contact Us

Sarah Kane

Community Engagement Manager


We want to learn about workforce innovations happening in your area!