HAP Alumni Association
Welcome to the official website of the Washington University in St. Louis Health Administration Program, or (HAP). HAP at Washington University was one of the United States' 7 founding programs in graduate level hospital administration. The program began in 1946, and produced over 1,400 graduates in its 62 year history. Many of these graduates have gone on to assume senior level leadership positions at hospitals and healthcare organizations throughout the United States.
The purpose of this site is to preserve the history of HAP at Washington University, and to provide a central point of networking for HAP alumni. This website will ensure that the HAP Alumni Association of Washington University is an active and living organization for many years to come. Learn More »
The HAP ALUMNI BOARD OF DIRECTORS has selected Michael Covert (Class of 1972) as the Distinguished Alumnus for 2013. Mr. Covert is the President and CEO of Palomar Health in Escondido, CA. Mr. Covert was honored at the annual reception on March 12, 2013 at the University Club of Chicago.
The HAP ALUMNI BOARD OF DIRECTORS has selected James K. Elrod (Class of 1964) as the Distinguished Alumnus for 2012. Mr. Elrod is the President and CEO of Willis-Knighton Health System in Shrevport, LA. Mr. Elrod was honored at the annual reception on March 21, 2012 at the University Club of Chicago. A link is provided under "Recent News" and provides more information about Mr. Elrod.
The HAP ALUMNI ASSOCIATION is pleased to announce its re-affiliation with Washington University through the Olin Business School. Press the Recent News button and view the attachment at the bottom of the page to read the full text of the announcement letter.
The OLIN BUSINESS SCHOOL is pleased to announce that Jay Grinney, MBA/MHA, ‘81, is a recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award and will be honored at the Annual Olin Award Dinner on May 4, 2011, Ritz Carlton, Clayton, MO. Mr. Grinney is the President and Chief Executive Officer of HealthSouth in Birmingham, Alabama. HealthSouth is one of the nation’s largest healthcare providers specializing in rehabilitation. Limited seating at a HAP-sponsored table is available. Contact Ron Gribbins for more information.
HAP Directors
Frank R. Bradley, MD
1946 - 1967
James O. Hepner, Ph.D.
1967 - 2000
Stuart B. Boxerman, D.Sc.
2000 - 2007