Welcome!Welcome to the home page of the Medical School Government of VCU School of Medicine. We hope to use this site to keep you informed of all events concerning the Medical Student Government including social functions, community service events, publications, resources, and any other activities.
If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact our government email address, and the appropriate person will respond: medstudentgovernment@gmail.com. |
Wellness Resources
Medical school can be a tough and stressful time, especially during the short days of winter. If you are in need of resources or aren't sure who to turn to, check out our list of resources under the "Student Life" tab, in "Student Resources." As always, feel free to reach out to MSG directly via the contact form here or by email; we're always here to support you.
With love, Medical Student Government |
Announcements from Weekly MSG Scoop:
Sunday, February 16
Dean's Fund Chair Applications! We are currently looking for two Dean's fund chairs for the M1 class. This is a unique leadership opportunity with a very important behind the scenes role. By tradition there are two co-chairs who oversee the yearly $25,000 fund dedicated to student interest groups. Specific responsibilities will include educating other students about how to access and appropriately use the fund, chairing a committee of student leaders to oversee its distribution, and maintaining the fund throughout the year to maximize student activity. There are no set hours for this position but rather it will consist of small amounts of time here and there. Please consider applying here by February 19th, 2020. For further questions about the position, please email Alexander McClanahan at mcclanahanam@mymail.vcu.edu.
Mini Day of Community Service (DOCS). The Health Brigade Clinic will be present at Stonewall Sports' League games at the Richmond Volleyball Club on Sundays (starting this Sunday, February 16th) through March 8th and needs volunteers to man a table and share resources provided by the Health Brigade to educate the community. Sign up HERE and feel free to contact Chuck (siegelc2@vcu.edu), Gerald (medpridevcu@gmail.com), or Anne (agibbons@healthbrigade.org) with any questions or for more information.
SIG Leader Training Information. Thanks to everyone who attended the SIG leader training last week! I hope it was helpful as your SIG navigates the funding and events process for the semester. Please see below for the powerpoint and FAQ links containing additional information from the training. These materials will be updated as needed:
SIG Leader Training Powerpoint
SIG Leader Training FAQs
Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) Listening Group Sessions.
OMSA is seeking participants for listening groups that will focus on promoting the success of students who identify as men of color. Sessions are from 12-1pm in the first floor conference room of Hunton Student Center on February 28 and March 26. (There will be food). Please contact Monquell Middleton (OMSA Program Manager) with any questions at mamiddleton@vcu.edu.
REACH 4 Ghana Krispy Kreme Fundraiser.
REACH 4 Ghana will be selling Krispy Kreme Original Glazed dozens to raise money for our 2020 medical mission trip to Ghana! Each dozen will be $9. We will be accepting orders until Monday, February 17th at 11:59pm. Orders will be available for pickup at MMEC on Friday, February 21st from 11:30AM to 1:00PM (location TBD). Please venmo money to @Lola-Adelakun at the time of your order. Order here now and enjoy a sweet treat for yourself or to share with friends! Please contact Kaela Johnson (johnsonkb2@vcu.edu) with any questions or concerns.
SNMA MCAT Initiative. SNMA is making an effort to serve our pre-medical students of the Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS). As current medical students - especially those who scored 500+ - we are asking that you complete a survey of how you studied for the MCAT. Please consider this as community service that will directly impact future premedical students. The due date for survey completion is February 21st, 2020. The survey can be found at the following link here: MCAT Initiative. We are also currently collecting new/used MCAT books to donate to our MAPS chapters at VCU & VSU. If you have any MCAT books that you are no longer in need of and willing to donate please contact Kaela Johnson (johnsonkb2@vcu.edu). We would greatly appreciate the donation!
February Events for Graduate and Professional Students. Check out the newsletter with some awesome events for students here.
Mini Day of Community Service (DOCS). The Health Brigade Clinic will be present at Stonewall Sports' League games at the Richmond Volleyball Club on Sundays (starting this Sunday, February 16th) through March 8th and needs volunteers to man a table and share resources provided by the Health Brigade to educate the community. Sign up HERE and feel free to contact Chuck (siegelc2@vcu.edu), Gerald (medpridevcu@gmail.com), or Anne (agibbons@healthbrigade.org) with any questions or for more information.
SIG Leader Training Information. Thanks to everyone who attended the SIG leader training last week! I hope it was helpful as your SIG navigates the funding and events process for the semester. Please see below for the powerpoint and FAQ links containing additional information from the training. These materials will be updated as needed:
SIG Leader Training Powerpoint
SIG Leader Training FAQs
Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) Listening Group Sessions.
OMSA is seeking participants for listening groups that will focus on promoting the success of students who identify as men of color. Sessions are from 12-1pm in the first floor conference room of Hunton Student Center on February 28 and March 26. (There will be food). Please contact Monquell Middleton (OMSA Program Manager) with any questions at mamiddleton@vcu.edu.
REACH 4 Ghana Krispy Kreme Fundraiser.
REACH 4 Ghana will be selling Krispy Kreme Original Glazed dozens to raise money for our 2020 medical mission trip to Ghana! Each dozen will be $9. We will be accepting orders until Monday, February 17th at 11:59pm. Orders will be available for pickup at MMEC on Friday, February 21st from 11:30AM to 1:00PM (location TBD). Please venmo money to @Lola-Adelakun at the time of your order. Order here now and enjoy a sweet treat for yourself or to share with friends! Please contact Kaela Johnson (johnsonkb2@vcu.edu) with any questions or concerns.
SNMA MCAT Initiative. SNMA is making an effort to serve our pre-medical students of the Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS). As current medical students - especially those who scored 500+ - we are asking that you complete a survey of how you studied for the MCAT. Please consider this as community service that will directly impact future premedical students. The due date for survey completion is February 21st, 2020. The survey can be found at the following link here: MCAT Initiative. We are also currently collecting new/used MCAT books to donate to our MAPS chapters at VCU & VSU. If you have any MCAT books that you are no longer in need of and willing to donate please contact Kaela Johnson (johnsonkb2@vcu.edu). We would greatly appreciate the donation!
February Events for Graduate and Professional Students. Check out the newsletter with some awesome events for students here.