Students at MU-COM have countless opportunities to get involved in a variety of events and organizations. By participating in one of our many student clubs, volunteering for a variety of events around the university, city, and state, or by participating in a number of recreational activities, students will have the opportunity to grow academically, spiritually, socially, and professionally.
There are over 40 student organizations giving students opportunities to serve the university, local, and state communities. Medical students work together to create community outreach events, blood drives, guest lectures, networking and shadowing events, and much more. There are also opportunities to attend national medical conferences and support students’ professional interests.
If you are interested in starting your own organization or to learn more about existing opportunities please contact Asia Hudson, director of Student Leadership & Wellness Programs, at ahudson1@marian.edu.
For a complete listing, visit connect.marian.edu.
The AMA section works to develop advocacy movements important to medical students, provide resources for students to have a role in medical legislation, and give opportunities to develop health policy understanding.
AMSA is a national organization that advocates at local and federal levels for a variety of topics applicable to medical students, residents, fellows, and physicians. Additionally, membership in the national organization provides students with numerous resources and opportunities for professional growth while in medical school and afterward.
AMWA is committed to banding women in medicine together to help one another navigate the medical field. The American Medical Women's Association empowers women to lead in improving health for all within a model that reflects the unique perspective of women.
This new club was started in the Spring of 2016.
The mission of this club is to garner interest in the field of Cardiology and its sub-specialties, which will be accomplished by the following goals:
To support and empower students of medicine and other health professions in their formation as Catholic health care providers. As an integral part of the CMA, students have the opportunity to work with members of the CMA, both on local and national levels, who can provide guidance and mentoring for students through the challenges of being a Catholic and living out this calling.
The MU-COM Student Government Association exists to serve as the voice of the MU-COM student body to the university administration and faculty as well as to external and community groups. The SGA allocates funding to student organizations from the student activity fee, organizes social and community service activities, addresses student concerns with the MU-COM Dean’s office, and lobbies for policies and services that meet the needs of MU-COM students.
The Emergency Medicine Club provides students who are interested in emergency medicine the opportunity to learn about the field through early clinical experience and exposure. Students will also meet with guest lecturers who will share their perspectives as healthcare professionals. This club is geared toward nursing and medical students.
The Family Medicine Club works to encourage student interest in the field of Family Medicine. We also strive to get involved in the community and provide health education to the community. We hope to inform students about Family Medicine residency and careers.
The mission of the Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS) is to recognize individuals who are exemplars of humanistic patient care and who can serve as role models, mentors, and leaders in medicine. The power of the Society lies in bringing together like-minded individuals to sustain their own humanism and to inspire and nurture humanism in others. GHHS honors medical students, residents, fellows, role-model physician teachers, and others who demonstrate excellence in humanistic clinical care, leadership, compassion, and dedication to service.
The LGBT+ Alliance aims to educate students, faculty, and community members on the unique healthcare needs of the LGBT population, raise awareness of LGBT issues, facilitate culturally competent communication with LGBT patients, and promote an all-inclusive community at Marian University. Also, the LGBT Alliance welcomes all Marian University students and faculty. We want to reinforce that membership is not limited to only individuals who identify as LGBT, and membership does not imply or require disclosure of sexual orientation.
The Medical Humanities Club aims to study medicine, health, and illness from a range of social, cultural, and artistic perspectives. It emphasizes also that success in medicine with patients develops from a broad range and expression of interests.
MU-COM Mentors will act as a bridge between pre-medical students and medical school. The club will be in communication with students through email or panels to guide students as they start their medical careers.
To collaborate, contribute, and learn about the pediatrics field. To build a strong, working relationship with Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital, the future site of rotations for pediatrics clerkships.
The psychiatry student interest club is committed to the dual goals of 1) decreasing stigma associated with mental health issues and 2) providing information and opportunities to the MU-COM student body on psychiatry as a career path.
The mission of the Radiology-Oncology Club is to introduce students to the fascinating and ever-changing worlds of radiology and oncology. The primary goal of the club is to inform students about the nature of radiology, oncology, and radiation-oncology medical specialties. Various physicians will be invited to speak about their career paths. Our second goal is to focus on the clinical skills utilized in radiology and oncology. Through lectures and other venues, we aim to raise student awareness of cancer treatment modalities and imaging used in day-to-day practice.
Sigma Sigma Phi is the honorary national osteopathic medicine service fraternity. Membership in the fraternity demonstrates academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to the College of Osteopathic Medicine, the community, and the medical profession. Membership requirements include; maintaining a minimum of 3.0 GPA, fulfilling the monthly community service requirement, and sitting on one committee within the chapter.
SAAO is dedicated to helping students attain maximum proficiency in Osteopathy structural diagnosis and treatment. We host weekly review sessions, speakers, and workshops to that end.
The Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (SAOAO) facilitates the finest training and continuous development of potential Osteopathic Orthopedic Surgeons to positively improve the care, healing, and quality of life of patients.
NG, Reserve, and HPSP students already have military commitments. This club will assist you in making the transition from civilian to military life. We hope to pursue paintball, combatives, camping, and presentations from current and former military members. The club may expand based on interests.
The purpose is to provide the student body with a connection to their local Indiana Osteopathic Association and help form relationships in the community to help grow the Osteopathic field in Indiana.
SNMA is committed to supporting current and future underrepresented minority medical students, addressing the needs of underserved communities, and increasing the number of clinically excellent, culturally competent, and socially conscious physicians.
The Mission of the SOASM is to form a bridge between Osteopathic Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery, in order to create a holistic functioning system to provide all members with the opportunity to change the future of Osteopathic Orthopedic medicine by being well-educated and experienced healthcare practitioners.
To bring about an awareness about internal medicine.
The Student Osteopathic Medicine Association (SOMA) is a student affiliate organization of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). We are your portal to the greater Osteopathic community and the best way to get your voice heard on issues that affect you and your future career. SOMA has much to offer the ambitious osteopathic medical student. From fantastic discounts and membership benefits to virtually limitless leadership opportunities, allowing you to nurture your leadership skills, build life-long bonds with your colleagues from across the US and leave your mark on the Osteopathic profession! We offer various benefits for members such as access to a Clinical Clerkship Database. Here you can access an expansive list of elective rotation sites for 3rd & 4th year, recommended by other SOMA members! This is a student governing body where you can let your voice be heard on your campus and across the country!
We promote all things health and wellness to MU-COM and LSON! This includes recreation and fitness, de-stress activities, mental health, you name it! Come join us! Be well. Stay well.
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