Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Aakash Patel President 2017-2018

What is ΣΣΦ? Honorary Osteopathic Service Fraternity National Objectives: To further the science of Osteopathic Medicine and its standards of practice To improve the scholastic standing and promote a higher degree of fellowship among its students To foster allegiance to the AOA Epsilon Corollary: To demonstrate a sincere commitment to service within CCOM and the surrounding community.

Executive Board 2017-2018 President – Aakash Patel Vice President – Zachary Pieters Treasurer – Leah Dols Secretary – Shea Gallus

Membership 97 active members 47 OMS-III 36 OMS-IV 47 OMS-III 14 OMS-II 14 new members as of Spring 2017 Faculty Advisors. Dr. Perry Marshall, D.O.

Fall Membership Drive Begins on August 29, 2017 for Fall induction of new members. Written Applications Reviewed “Blinded”, grade checks Three independent reviewers from our office of student services Invited to Interview Interviewed by 2-3 current SSP members who are not classmates Applications reviewed by selection committee Criteria for admission Scholastics (min GPA 3.3) Involvement, Service Interest in/Knowledge of SSP Demonstrated leadership

Finances Current Student Accounts Balance: $1400.00 as of August 29th 2017 Does not include membership fees from previous inductions, sweatshirt sales (TBA), or SSP fundraising events

Fundraisers CCOM Sweatshirt Sale Local restaurant fundraiser Mock anatomy practical in the past

Quarter Zips

Service Projects Speed Rotating Event for MS2 students Bake Sale for Melanoma Research Student informational panel for MS1 students Boards Study Strategy Panel for MS2 Students Accelerated Student Program Mini medical school and nutrition information day for local middle school (Spring)

Rotation Speed Dating Annual event MS 3 and 4’s return to campus to share their rotation experiences Format allows for small group discussions, rather then panel format This year interns from different departments will come to campus as well

Student Informational Panel 5-6 SSP Members sit down for a Q&A session with MS1 students about what to expect and how to prepare for next year Advice for classes and what material to use for boards Exchange contact information for future questions

Boards Study Strategy Panel 5-6 MS3 Members host a small panel discussion regarding successful boards study Topics include: Timeline of when to start studying, how much and what resources are most beneficial

Accelerated Student Program Work with 7th-12th graders who are focused on getting into medical school Bring students to MWU to meet with current medical students Take them on a tour of anatomy lab Teach basic aspects of a physical exam Event organized in conjunction with CCOM Student Council

Mini Med School Day Going to local middle school to share information about healthcare Kids have fun playing with equipment and interacting with our members Teaching and encouraging preventative care, exercise, and good nutrition

Goals Goal for 2017-2018 academic year is to ensure that everyone (especially MS-1’s) know what SSP is and how rewarding it is to be a member. Bring the chapter closer together through mentoring and networking opportunities. Establish an annual Member's Dinner to increase communication and encourage stronger collaboration in future decision making of the Epsilon Chapter. Spring Volunteer Project Open to all members

Aakash Patel: Epsilon Chapter President Questions? Authored by: Aakash Patel: Epsilon Chapter President apatel78@midwestern.edu