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The theoretical underpinnings of IPE emphasizes that we learn through interactions with others. Learners engaging with other professionals gain a better understanding of their roles, beliefs, values, and culture. Interdisciplinary problem-solving and active, collaborative tasks deepen this understanding and lead to shared patient care goals. Students in such activities have increased their perceived interprofessional competence and developed a better understanding of the role of communication, teamwork, and collaboration in patient care. The John A. Burns School of Medicine and the School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene at the University of Hawai‘i believe that shared learning experiences between their students will encourage them to work collaboratively and deliberatively together in their future roles.