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.
Columbus Campus Dedication Ceremony
On April 22, 2022, Mercer University officially dedicated its newest state-of-the-art building in Columbus to the School of Medicine. The dedication ceremony was led by President William D. Underwood, Dean Sumner and several state and local elected officials.
Mercer Medicine Holds Ribbon-Cutting for Harris County

HAMILTON - Mercer Medicine yesterday held a ribbon cutting for the launch of its fifth rural primary care clinic, which opened April 4 at 138 North College Street in Hamilton.

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GRHIC Maternal Health Observership Summer Experience
The Maternal Health Observership Summer Experience at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center (GRHIC) is a ­­­­­­­­­­six-week program that will take place from June 20 – July 29. It is designed for rising second-year medical students interested in practicing in rural, medically underserved communities. Students will shadow obstetrics/gynecology providers in rural Georgia. Didactic curriculum includes participation in journal club and publication.
NGMC EM Residency Virtual Hangout Sessions
The Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) Emergency Medicine Residency is hosting virtual hangout sessions from 2 – 4 pm on May 5 and May 17. Students will be able to meet the residency leadership and ask them questions about the EM program.
National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program
Deadline | May 5
The National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program awards medical students who are dedicated to providing primary care to communities in need. To learn more visit their website or contact MS2 and NHSC scholar, Victoria Davis, MPH.
Call for Letters
Opens | May 23 at 9 am
Closes | May 27 at 5 pm
Academic Medicine is seeking original submissions for its "Letters to the Editor" feature on transformative moments in your professional journey. Medical students are invited to participate.
Experiences as First-Gen Panel
April 26 | 12 pm | DLR (Macon) | Virtual (Columbus and Savannah)
The First-Generation Scholars Interest Group invites you to the "Experiences as First-Gen" Panel on April 26 at 12 pm in the DLR. Our panelists will discuss navigating their medical school journey as First-Generation students. Food will be provided for those who RSVP'd in advance.

Meeting ID: 555 904 6550
Passcode: FGS24
Race to Step 1
April 27 | 12:30 pm | Savannah Auditorium
Savannah's interest groups will be hosting the first annual Race To Step 1 event. This relay race event will include high yield material to prepare you for STEP 1. Prizes will be awarded.

To compete, sign up your team of 2-3 team players here. Contact Shaquita Greene with any questions.
Mock Mehndi
April 29 | 6 pm | Penfield Hall (Macon)
Mercer Pakistani Student Association and Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. invite you attend their mock Mehndi event. The event will have dance performances, Pakistani food, free henna application, and a photobooth.

Dress Code: Traditional Pakistani wear/Formal attire
Conversation & Connection
May 3 | 5:30 - 7 pm 
Presidents Dining Room (Macon) 
Virtual (Columbus and Savannah)
In honor of Minority Health Month Atrium Heath Navicent, in partnership with Mercer University School of Medicine, Macon-Bibb County Health Department, and Navicent Health Foundation are hosting an interactive event that will include networking, presentations, a Q&A panel of experts, and a special viewing of Toxic: A Black Woman's Story.

RSVP today by emailing 
In-person space is limited. A live stream link will be made available to those who RSVP.
Commencement
Saturday, May 7 | 2 pm
Commencement will take place on Saturday, May 7 in Hawkins Arena, which is located in the University Center on the Macon campus. It will begin promptly at 2:00pm. Doors will open at 1:00pm to allow time for guests to arrive and take their seats. Please encourage your guests to be seated no later than 1:45pm.

Click here to download the 2022 Commencement Schedule and Student Guide.

You can also learn more on Mercer's Commencement website.
 
Bus transportation is available for Columbus and Savannah students. To reserve a spot, please email Jennifer Nelson by April 29.
Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope
In partnership with Resilient Middle Georgia, MUSM students, faculty, and staff are now able to watch the documentary Resilience. This one-hour long film explores the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences and the birth of a new movement to treat and prevent Toxic Stress, a leading cause of many diseases and illnesses.
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