This Week @ MUSM is the official student newsletter of Mercer University School of Medicine designed to keep students up to date on key information and events.
Black History in Medicine: Celebrating African American Medical Pioneers
These trailblazers fought slavery, prejudice, and injustice and changed the face of medicine. Through their research, discoveries, and leadership they improved the health of millions. They invented modern blood-banking, served in high ranks of the government, and more. Read about their contributions here.
Black Men in White Coats Documentary
In honor of Black History Month, the Columbus chapter of SNMA is encouraging conversations on the struggles many Black men and women face as they pursue careers in healthcare. Black Men in White Coats is a short documentary series that hopes to raise awareness to the lack of Black men in the field of medicine. View the series here.
Black History Month Trivia
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion thanks everyone who participated in this year's Black History Month Trivia. Winners for week four and the grand prize winner will be announced March 2.
Volunteers Needed for Upcoming Community Health Fairs
March 5 | 11 am - 2 pm | Tennille, GA
March 19 | 10 am - 1 pm | Fort Gaines, GA
The Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center is hosting a series of health fairs in rural communities across Georgia and needs medical students to lead health demonstrations.

Sign up to represent the School of Medicine and help increase health literacy. Contact Morgan Williams at the GRHIC with your questions.
Hope Babette Tang Humanism in Healthcare Essay Contest
Deadline | March 12
Medical students are invited to illustrate an experience where they or a team member worked to ensure that humanism was at the core of care. Winners will receive monetary awards, and their essays will be published.

To learn more and view this year's essay prompt click here. 
Volunteers Needed for Hispanic Health Fair
March 19 | 12 pm - 3 pm | Macon
Mercer University, along with other community sponsors, are hosting a Hispanic health fair at St. Peter Claver Church. If you are interested in helping at the fair, contact Dr. Jose Pino, Associate Professor of Foreign Languages and Literatures.
Nathan Deal Application Closes Friday
Deadline | March 4
This scholarship is awarded to students committed to practicing medicine in rural and medically underserved areas of Georgia. After completing residency, four years of continuous, full-time, medical practice in a medically underserved rural area of Georgia is required and the practice must accept Medicaid.

To qualify, you must be a Georgia resident with strong ties to rural Georgia and enrolled in MUSM's four-year MD program.
AAMC 2022 Graduation Questionnaire (GQ)
On Monday, February 14, each student in the class of 2022 was sent a private, unique link to the GQ from gq@aamc.org. The GQ is voluntary but the information you provide is critical to MUSM's success. Please take time to fill out the survey. If at least 105 people complete the survey, 50 students of the class of 2022 will be randomly selected to win $50 cash.
Home Financing Workshop
March 1 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Virtual
Physician Loans is conducting a virtual workshop for MUSM Year III and IV students to help better understand home buying options. The workshop will cover information such as:
  • buying or renting 
  • special financing options for doctors 
  • how much you can afford
  • timeline (what to do and when) 

BEAM Presents: Paths from Clinician to Administrative
March 4 | 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm | Virtual
Join our panel as they share the steps in their journey from medical school to academia. Students will hear about the actions, attitudes, and appointments that may have set them up for success.
Panelists:
  • Jean Sumner, MD, FACP, Dean, MUSM
  • Maurice Solis, MD, Senior Associate Dean, Columbus, MUSM
  • Sandra Moore, MD Designated Institutional Official, Atrium Navicent
  • Stephanie Beavers, MD Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, MUSM

Meeting ID: 971 8945 6668
Student Pride Alliance
March 4 | 2 pm | Virtual
The Student Pride Alliance will be a cross campus chance for connection and community. Meetings will be held on the first Friday of each month at 2 pm. If you are interest in joining or want more information fill out this short survey.

Meeting ID: 938 1644 7648
Passcode : Pride2022
Bears Prepare to Get Outta Here
March 21 | 10 am - 3 pm
Auditorium (Macon and Savannah)
DLR (Columbus)
Mark your calendar for the Class of 2022 Exit Session where you will receive a financial planning session, complete mandatory exit paperwork and surveys, and enjoy outdoor games and fun. Lunch will be provided. This session is mandatory for all graduating seniors.
AAMC Virtual Specialty Forum
March 31 | 1 pm - 4 pm | Virtual
The AAMC Careers in Medicine® program is hosting its annual virtual specialty forum to provide access to specialty exposure, where medical students can view resources, chat with specialty representatives and AAMC staff, as well as attend live presentations with Q&A. Learn more

Infectious Disease and Immunizations in General Pediatrics
April 9 | 9 am - 2:50 pm | Savannah
The Georgia Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics invites those interested in Pediatrics to join them at the Savannah Marriott Riverfront for an all-day seminar discussing infectious diseases and immunizations in general pediatrics. Learn more
Match Day
Friday, March 18 | 11:15 am
Each campus will have its own ceremony.

Hooding
Friday, April 29 | 2 pm
Each campus will have its own ceremony.

Commencement
Saturday, May 7 | 2 pm
Hawkins Arena, University Center
Macon, Georgia
Important Reminder for Ordering Regalia
The deadline for ordering regalia is April 4. To place an order, visit Herff Jones. All orders will be shipped to your home address.
SNMA Fundraiser
Deadline | March 4
MUSM’s Savannah SNMA group will be hosting a fundraiser to help finance events this semester. Items for sale range from $10 -$25 and include:
  • MUSM license plate
  • MUSM mug
  • 2021 - 2022 SNMA chapter diversity t-shirt

If you are interested in purchasing any items from the list, please fill out this google form and send all monies via Venmo to @savsnmatreasurer by March 4.
Columbus Class of 2025 fundraiser
Deadline | March 7
The 2025 class on the Columbus campus is hosting a fundraiser to help raise money for Doctor Prom. Items for sale range from $20 - $40 and include:
  • long sleeve t-shirts
  • short sleeve t-shirts
  • sweatshirts
  • tumblrs

View all available items here. Items are expected to arrive by March 23.
This Week@MUSM is the official student newsletter of the Mercer University School of Medicine. Visit our website to learn more or view past issues.