Naomi Freeman – Cary College

Undergrad: University of Texas at Dallas

Hometown: Dallas

Interest/Hobbies: Dancing!! and singing, reading, baking, eating…really anything that is not studying

Medical Interests: The world is my oyster, but I’m thinking dermatology or pediatrics

Fun Fact: I have been to 38 countries and plan on visiting every possible country one day

What I like about UTSW: I love how everyone in our class has such diverse interests outside of medicine and are truly well rounded individuals, but still have a deep passion for medicine that unites us.

What is a colliculus?

Greetings classmates,

Welcome to week 2 of Brain and Behavior. Last organ system! We are so close.

1. Y2Q Survey – Only 37.4% of our class responded. We need at least 80% response rate so please search your email inbox for “Y2Q” and complete the survey. It really isn’t that long, and it’s a completely anonymous way to let the administration know how you think our school is doing.

2. Proof that surveys are useful – Thanks to those of you who filled out the Student Services Satisfaction Survey. The Deans had a meeting with representatives from Facilities yesterday, and the temperature in the D lecture halls and the TBL space is being addressed!

For the TBL space, things will be handled by the Office of Medical Education.

For the D lecture halls, please contact me if you attend lecture 100% of the time and are willing to be in charge of the thermostat. Given a consensus from class goers, the thermostat will be able to be adjusted between 70 and 74 (it was previously locked at 72).

3. Flu Shots – It is that time of the year. Until October 31st, you can get your flu shots at the Student Health Clinic in the Aston Building. My brother has the flu right now and (I imagine) he wishes he had listened to his big sister. Don’t be like my brother. Get your flu shot (plus in your case, it’s mandatory).

4. Anonymous feedback form – If there is anything you would like us to change or work on without us knowing who the suggestion came from, please fill out this anonymous feedback form.

5. Student of the Week – Learn more about Naomi Freeman of Cary College.

6. Carter Blood Drive – The PDA Outreach Committee and medical school is hosting Carter Blood Drive this October. It will be on South Campus, under the library stairwell from 10:00 AM to 4:00PM. They have two dates – October 18, 2017 and October 19, 2017.

They need some volunteers to sign-up donors and greet them. You can come whenever you have some free time and for any duration of time your schedule allows and help them.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAUHCxoSSErP6MbNtkRsT_9xwL6eWfVphTqpwh8tr0YVKIvQ/viewform

As always, please do let us know if you have any questions and/comments,

Clementine and Umaru

DONATE BLOOD: Carter Blood Drive

The PDA Outreach Committee is hosting Carter Blood Drive this October. It will be at the South Campus, under library stairwell from 10:00 AM to 4:00PM. We have two dates October 18, 2017 and October 19, 2017.

Please come at your convenience, donate and help those in need. Time slots can be reserved from the link below. However, reservation is not a must. You can just show up and donate.

Please remember to bring A PHOTO ID.

Also, drink a lot of water and eat a good meal before coming.

 

“ Your donation makes transfusion possible”

UT Southwestern Medical Center – click on nameWednesday, October 18, 2017 10:00 am – 4:00 pm 5323 Harry Hines South Campus, D area, under library stairwell UT Southwestern Medical Center – click on name Thursday, October 19, 2017 10:00 am – 4:00 pm 5323 Harry Hines South Campus, D area, under library stairwell Contact Priti.Roy@UTSouthwestern.edu for more information Volunteer Drive Coordinator

What is Nexplanon?

Greetings classmates,

As we head into the final week of Endo/Repro, here is the news of the week.

WE NEED YOUR IDEAS/COMMENTS on proposed plans and future projects! Please note that there are multiple forms with this email; we ask that you please participate by filling out the forms. We appreciate your help and your ideas. Brace yourself, this might be extensive.

1. UT Southwestern Six Year Plan (Next meeting October 12) – This is the year for the revision of the six-year plan of UT Southwestern. Many propositions are being brought up and discussed by the administration. This is definitely HUGE as many of the points actually prioritized on the six year plan will get administrative, financial, and faculty support moving forward for the next two to six years. Thus, we would like to take time to assess and come up with plans for agendas and initiatives that we believe would be great for the upcoming years.

Link for Six-Year Plan Ideas: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6z0PxMQgVEhlkSGAcYIyWDiWUHDc_iZtLBScQQs562z4VGg/viewform

Your contributions are highly sought! Think boldly! See attached for the copy of the last report.

Student Trainee Six Year Plan Recommendations 2016-2022 Final

P.S. The Simulation Center building that we all see going up was part of the previous Six-Year Plan!

2. Pavilion Renovation – Have you used the Pavilion before? for basketball? attended pumpkin carving or other activities hosted on the court? Please voice your opinions. We are working with the Student Center to see what we can do with the Pavilion as it is currently  undergoing a thorough review. We have a few ideas on board, please help us by sharing your thoughts.

Link for Pavilion Renovation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScT5l2od7jDeup9cnCeakHLCS5OdwsGyKhySMOcXukqb2rm-w/viewform

3. University police and “ Uber” Service– On campus late? you can call University Police (214-648-8311) and they will take you from hospital to hospital or hospital to nearby (< 1 mile) locations for free. Learn more about campus statistics by visiting their website at http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/about-us/administrative-offices/university-police/.

4. Flu Shots –It is that time of the year. Starting today, Monday Oct 2nd until October 31st, you can get your flu shots at Student Health Clinic in Aston Building.

5. Annual Student Services Survey – Complete the survey to provide feedback on the services at UT Southwestern focused on supporting students. You should have received an individual surveymonkey link from Dr. Mihalic. To encourage participation, Student Affairs will offer INCENTIVES to the medical school class who achieves the highest number of participants in the form of Amazon gift cards (1 for $100, and twenty for $20) via a random drawing. The AAMC Y2Q has also arrived in your inbox, and incentives are provided for that one too (see Dr. Mihalic’s second email).

6. Tuition Increase – This year we will work with academic administration and financial aid in coming up with a proposal for tuition. 2 years ago, student leadership was able to decrease the tuition increase to 3% (change from proposed 4%). Your voice matters. If you have any comments/questions, please use the anonymous feedback form below. If you also want to know where your tuition is going towards, please do let us know as well.

7. Anonymous feedback form– If there is anything you would like us to change or work on without us knowing who the suggestion came from, please fill out this anonymous feedback form.

8. Student of the week– Learn more about Savannah Hampton of Sprague College.

9. United for Puerto Rico – The recent hurricanes have left Puerto Ricans in dire need. Help us as we collect items for relief. See attached for the flyer. We will be using the boxes located on the carrels and student center.

As always, please do let us know if you have any questions and/comments,

Umaru and Clementine

Savannah Hampton – Sprague College

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Undergrad: UT Austin!

Interests: music, guitar, YouTube, meeting Bachelorettes

Medical Interests: plastic and reconstructive surgery, ENT, radiology, EM, OB/GYN…. Lots.

Fun Fact: my highest bowling score is over 200

What I like about UTSW: The brilliant people. You can sometimes really feel the incredible things going on throughout the campus and its humbling/exciting to be a little part of that.