Local leadership
that is always
heart at work.

The network of North Carolina students determined to make an impact on their communities.

Cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in
North Carolina.

We are here to change that with free CPR training and education.

Upcoming events

  • Monthly ECHO Partner Meeting

    Meets the 3rd Thursday of Every Month, at Noon EST.

    Want to connect with fellow pre-health students, share ideas, and stay inspired? Join our monthly Pre-Health Student Calls. This is a space to collaborate, share stories, and build community across campuses. Whether you're exploring med school or planning a public health path, these calls are for YOU.

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  • Become an ECHO Trainer

    Meets the 1st Thursday of Every Month, at Noon EST.

    Join our CPR Trainer Onboarding and become part of a movement that empowers communities with lifesaving skills. Led by experienced EMTs, this session gives you everything you need to start teaching AHA-certified CPR classes.
    No prior experience? No problem. Passion is all you need.

    REGISTER

  • Meet with the Founder, Arielle

    Available the 2nd Tuesday of Every Month from 11-2 EST.

    Whether you're curious about becoming an EMT, starting an ECHO location on your campus , or just want some pre-health advice, drop into Arielle’s Office Hours! She’s here to chat, share tips, and help you take your next step with confidence. Think of it as coffee with a purpose—no pressure, just good conversation and support.

    LET'S MEET

Meet The ECHO Team

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    Arielle Trovato, Founder of ECHO

    As a recent graduate of Davidson College, Arielle was driven to combine her love for entrepreneurship, community service, and teaching to make a lasting impact on public health. As a pre-health student, EMT, and AHA BLS instructor, she believes that mobilizing and uniting pre-health students around hands-on community interventions is the key to real, sustainable change. Her work reflects a deep commitment to health equity, education, and collaborative problem-solving.

  • Peter Diugu, VP

    Peter is a pre-medical student at Davidson College and a certified emergency medical technician (EMT) with a deep passion for community health. He thrives on teaching, training, and connecting with others to build stronger, more informed communities. Whether he's leading CPR workshops or collaborating on health outreach programs, Peter brings energy and empathy to every initiative. His goal is to use medicine not only to treat individuals but to spark broader improvements in public health through education and engagement.