2022-23 STUDENT GROUP DIRECTORY – DUCOM SGA (2024)

Arts Appreciation ClubPhiladelphia is a city that prides itself in the arts, especially for its murals. Seeking out art experiences is difficult for DUCOM students with our busy schedules, and so the arts appreciation club aims to bridge art and DUCOM. The arts appreciation club offers the students on the Philadelphia campus a way to connect with the city through art, whether that be through art museums or other arts spaces. Some other events the club is hoping to host include a lecture on the intersection between art and medicine and community service events that involve art. With these events and experiences, the club hopes to bridge the gap between DUCOM students and the arts.ducomaac@gmail.com
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VideoAspiring Physician Executives (APEx)A lack of physician representation in healthcare leadership has taken decision making power out of physicians hands. APEx was created a collaborative organization where minority medical students can learn about business, leadership, and technology in order to become tomorrows healthcare leaders.apexducom@gmail.com
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VideoAssisting Medical Students with Socioeconomic Disadvantage (AMSSED)This is a club dedicated to supporting medical students who come from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds. Our goal is to help reduce the financial burden for low SES medical students by providing community and equitable access to medical educational resources. We also hope to advocate for medical students who identify as low-income through mentorship and a safe space to discuss challenges and support one another.ducom.amssed@gmail.com
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PowerpointBeating HeartsThe mission of DUCOM Beating Hearts is to educate middle school students regarding the basic anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, to teach them the importance of maintaining heart health, and to equip them with the basic knowledge and skills to perform Hands-Only CPR and AED use. DUCOM Beating Hearts will teach these skills to middle-school students through a series of 3 heart-health education sessions. The first two sessions will take place on the middle school campuses, while the final session will take place at DUCOM and include a tour of the SIM center and anatomy labs. The success of this program relies upon dual partnership between the administrators, teachers and students of nearby middle schools and DUCOM medical students. This program will partner with nearby middle schools and be offered to students in the 7th or 8th grade. DUCOM Beating Hearts will open doors for medical students to teach important CPR skills to local students and generate true community engagement in the process.ducom.beating.hearts@gmail.com
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VideoBike ClubThe purpose of the DUCOM Bike club is to provide outdoor biking opportunities for DUCOM students with the goals of promoting well-being and fostering community.bikeducom@gmail.com
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VideoBlack Doctor NetworkDUCOM Black Doctor Network (DBDN) is a student-led, professional development organization created to provide opportunities for Drexel medical students who identify as Black/African American to become proactive in networking and building meaningful relationships with mentors. The goal of DBDN is to serve as a conduit for medical students to find shadowing opportunities, strategic counseling/guidance, and research opportunities as they prepare for a career in medicine. DBDN is a collaborative organization dedicated to improving the pipeline of Black students interested in medicine.ducom.bdrnetwork@gmail.com
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VideoBlack Heels White CoatsHave you ever watched a Beyoncé music video and thought, “I want to dance like that!”? Have you danced your whole life and want a creative outlet to keep it up? Do you have 0 experience whatsoever? Black Heels, White Coats was created with the intention of bringing powerful heels dancing to students in the health profession. Classes are designed for any and all students, with a wide range of experiences (or lack of!). We hope to inspire confidence and body positivity, through burlesque/hip-hop/jazz styles of dancing in a safe and inclusive environment!blackheels.whitecoats@gmail.com
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VideoBoard Game ClubThe purpose of the board game club is to bring together people in a low-stress environment and have them create new bonds with students who share their same interests. DUCOM board games has weekly meetings for casual playing as well as tournaments, socials, and occasional video games. Board games will be a wide variety including RPG, social deduction, strategy, and puzzle.ducomboardgames@gmail.com
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VideoBoys and Girls ClubThe DUCOM Boys and Girls Club meets 1-2 times per month to volunteer at the Wissahickon Boys and Girls Club. As volunteers, we help students complete their homework, participate in crafts and activities with the kids, and help coordinate events with other DUCOM clubs, such as educational presentations with various clinical interest groups. We are dedicated to serving the youth in our community, and this club provides an exciting opportunity to connect with kids across a range of ages.ducombgclub@gmail.com
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VideoBRÜCOMThe mission of BRUCOM is to share the joy of fermentation throughout the DUCOM community. This includes beer, kombucha, sourdough, and other fermentable products (sauerkraut, sriracha, etc.). The primary goal of this club is to focus on the intricate brewing and fermentation process, fostering creativity and camaraderie among the student body. We also look forward to exploring the historical and cultural significance of fermentation. Fermentation is as much science as it is art, and we hope to strengthen our member’s understanding of the process while allowing them to express themselves by creating a product that can be enjoyed responsibly while bonding with peers.brucomclub@gmail.com
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VideoCatholic Medical Association (CMA)The Catholic Medical Association (CMA) is an organization for Catholic students and anyone interested in Catholicism at Drexel University College of Medicine. We hope to create an inclusive environment and provide a community for students to grow and explore their faith with their peers. As a chapter of the national organization, DUCOM CMA also provides formal opportunities for education, service, and worship in a graduate health school setting. There will be opportunities to collaborate with physicians and other medical schools in the Philadelphia area.ducom.cma@gmail.com
Sign upChess ClubDUCOM Chess club is a dedicated group of chess players with all levels of experience who simply love to play the game. Chess is a game with innumerable possibilities and, like medicine, has people who dedicate their entire lives to learning everything there is to know about the subject. Whether you are a beginner learning to differentiate a bishop from a knight, or an experienced player ready to play your favorite countergambit, DUCOM Chess club welcomes you.

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VideoClassical ClubDUCOM Classical is a student-led organization that opens the world of classical music to all medical students, faculty, staff, and alumni at DUCOM. Events include free or discounted concerts and the annual winter and spring recitals. We work closely with the alumni association and the Office of Student Affairs to organize our recitals, as they are a wonderful opportunity to bring the DUCOM community together. The recitals endeavor to provide a platform for creative expression for students/faculty/staff/alumni.ducomclassical@gmail.com
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VideoClimbing ClubThe DUCOM rock climbing club seeks to bring new and old climbers together for the purpose of building a climbing community and educating and exposing new climbers to the sport.ducomrcc@gmail.com
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VideoCofTeaDUCOM CofTea club is a student organization that aims to provide a space for students to bond over their mutual love for caffeinated beverages, like coffee and tea. We seek to provide services to the student body in the form of campus-wide events, fundraisers, and informative sessions about these drinks in various contexts, including medicine. We, at CofTea, believe that coffee/tea in all of its various forms deserves to be celebrated so we would love to highlight the different cultural profiles of these drinks. We are self-proclaimed beverage connoisseurs, because who knows coffee and tea better than sleep-deprived medical students? Whether you like your drinks hot, iced, or even at room temperature, we hope that you enjoy your time with us!ducom.coftea@gmail.com
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VideoComedy ClubThe purpose of Comedy Club is to create an environment where students can learn to write and deliver their own comedy sets as well as take trips to local comedy clubs with the group to relax and learn more about the comedy culture in Philadelphia. In addition, we hope to bring in comedy doctors who can talk about their experience with comedy in their profession, as well as local comedians who can help facilitate workshops to educate us on the process of creating comedy. We also want to host open mics for DUCOM students to try their hand at comedy in a space that is supportive and educational. This club is open to all DUCOM students, from those who are passionate about creating comedy and incorporating humor into their daily lives, to those who casually enjoy a laugh and want to take part in trips to surrounding comedy venues.ducomcomedyclub@gmail.com
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VideoCommunity College Outreach ClubThe DUCOM Community College Outreach Club recognizes a lack in community college representation in the medical profession and aims to fill that gap. We aim to combat stigma associated with attending a community college. We would also like to provide a network to community college students and to empower students to pursue their interest in the medical profession. Our goals will be met by reaching out to different community colleges and speaking with students that are interested in pursuing a career in medicine. By outlining key information about the path to medicine as well as answering any potential questions that they may have, we hope to support these students. Our talking with these students will also serve as an informative resource that they can learn from and rely on. We wish to use our experiences and backgrounds in a way that will be beneficial to community college students.ducomcco@gmail.com
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VideoCritical Theory in MedicineCritical Theory in Medicine aims to foster and encourage curiosity for, and study of, social justice issues traditionally regarded to be outside of the scope of medicine in order to create the future multidisciplinary collaboration necessary in developing truly interdisciplinary questions with comprehensive solutions. This space will allow students to freely discuss issues that they touched upon in DUCOM curriculum (namely, Health Advocacy courses) and provide them with an opportunity to critically analyze inequalities from multiple different perspectives (e.g. antiracist, anticolonial, feminist thought, etc.), some of which are not touched upon in curriculum. This group will gather to discuss readings associated with critical theory topics, attend speaker events about addressing labor and social justice issues from perspectives including and outside of medicine, come together for creative writing sessions that aim to broaden students’ imagination for what an equitable world could look like and how we might get there, and connect students with the realities of struggles for justice across the city. This club will not only help to develop the new doctor-advocate graduating from DUCOM, but will give space to students who care deeply about human rights to understand more critically what is going on in the world and where they are in relation to it.criticaltheoryducom@gmail.com
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VideoCSI: DUCOMCSI: DUCOM aims to introduce medical students to the interdisciplinary collaboration between medicine and forensics. A crime scene is more than the crime that is committed. From EMS to medical examiner, everyone plays a critical role in crime solving.csi.ducom@gmail.com
Sign upDoctor’s NoteDoctor’s Note is DUCOM’s a cappella group made up entirely of medical students, formed to promote musical abilities and passions for students as they navigate medical school.drexeldoctorsnote@gmail.com
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VideoDragon Bhangra CrewDrexel Bhangra Crew (DBC) was formed as a way for students to learn about the Punjabi dance style of Bhangra for both educational and recreational purposes. The goal of the club is to host workshops that teach the fundamentals of different movements seen in Bhangra while also teaching about the historical and cultural meaning behind each movement. Each workshop will start with the teaching of fundamental dance movements, followed by teaching of choreography using those fundamental movements. Workshops are meant to be low-stress, relaxing, and acting as a mental break from the stressors of med school and every day life! DBC dancers will also have the opportunity to perform in different events during the school year.dragonbhangracrew00@gmail.com
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Dragon Health NewsWe are a student-run organization that serves to keep our Drexel Medicine community informed via monthly healthcare-based newsletter. Our goal is to provide easily accessible and digestible information for busy students and faculty to help them stay informed about pertinent healthcare news around us. The constantly-changing landscape of healthcare, combined with the extreme partisanship that is being observed in the present political climate, creates a significant challenge in obtaining unbiased, accurate information. In addition to monthly newsletters, we hope to plan lunches where we gather to discuss current events and deepen our understanding of the field and how we can effectively contribute to it.dragonhealthnews@gmail.com
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VideoDrExcel HealthWe are DrExcel Health, an interest group at Drexel University College of Medicine that facilitates collaboration between medical, biomedical engineering, business, and entrepreneurship students to address pressing questions that face the medical industry today. We aim to do this by forming interdisciplinary student teams that closely work with a physician mentor and experienced researchers. In the year-long project, teams identify a current problem, design a solution, and ultimately share their work with others. Past projects include developing novel approaches to orthopedic surgery techniques, apps to support those with debilitating illnesses, and assessing transplant organ viability! In addition, we aim to host a longitudinal seminar series featuring talks from entrepreneurs from the biotech industry.drexcelhealth@gmail.com
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VideoDrexel African Medical Student Association (DAMSA)The Drexel African Medical Student Association’s mission is to share African culture on our campus, and to engage individuals in dialogues that will create a deeper appreciation and understanding of the diverse cultures within the continent. We will strive to provide a network of support for all members, linking them to other students, alumni, physicians, and leaders in the community as needed. We welcome not only African students but all students interested in understanding Africa and what it has to offer. We aim to create a home away from home.drexelafricanmsa@gmail.com
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VideoDrexel Christian FellowshipDrexel Christian Fellowship (DCF) aims to foster a welcoming Christian community for current believers as well as those interested in Christianity. We understand that beginning medical school is often a significant event in peoples’ lives, and encourage the exploration of the intersection between faith and medicine. DCF holds weekly facilitated Bible studies and Daily Devotionals for anyone interested in attending. We also have guest speakers and social events, approx. 1-2 per semester.drexel.christian.fellowship@gmail.com
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VideoDUCOM GrowersOur mission is to grow a community within DUCOM where we can share our knowledge and passion for houseplants and explore the role that plants play in the world of wellness, medicine and the larger Philadelphia community.ducomgrowers@gmail.com
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VideoDUCOM Mentors, Tutors, and CoachesDUCOM MTC aims to provide guidance and mentorship to high school students, giving them the tools they need to succeed in high school, college, and a successful career. As medical students, we will help students navigate the college admissions process, advise them on different career paths, provide tutoring and study habit suggestions, with the ultimate goal of helping students harness their potential and realize their dreams.Ducom.mtc@gmail.com
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DUCOM MovemberThe theme of Movember is changing the face of men’s health, and the month’s purpose is to raise awareness about three of the biggest health risks affecting men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health issues. Our club will focus on raising funds and awareness for men’s health.ducommovember@gmail.com
Sign upDUCrypto ClubDUCrypto was created to discuss the latest in emerging blockchain technology that includes cryptocurrencies, NFTs, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), virtual reality (VR) and the metaverse. We believe that cyrptocurrencies and the blockchain technology that supports them are rapidly emerging and have the potential to change many industries, including healthcare.We place particular emphasis on the roles of these emerging technologies and their potential impact in healthcare regarding the use of blockchain in healthcare records and VR in medical education. We seek to bring in blockchain industry speakers to discuss the technology. While our main emphasis will be placed on how blockchain technology impacts healthcare and its administration, our club also seeks to discuss how cryptocurrency may revolutionize areas outside of medicine such as finance and gaming.Crypto.DUCOM@gmail.com
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VideoEast Asian Students and Scholars Association (EASSA)The East Asian Students and Scholars Association (EASSA) is a multicultural group which seeks to provide a social network to the scholars and scientists at DUCOM and to help them develop their careers and promote their academic success. We hope to build a community of individuals with an interest in and respect for East Asian cultures. EASSA fosters friendship among students through social interaction, cultural activities, and educational exchanges. We hope to serve as a bridge for intercultural communication between the Philadelphia communities and student groups at DUCOM.ducom.eassa@gmail.com
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VideoEast Falls Community Service ClubThe East Falls Community Service Club hopes to increase collaboration with the DUCOM student body and our neighborhood. We strive to incorporate the tenets of community engagement Drexel endorses to the immediate community.drexelmed.efcsc@gmail.com
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VideoEnglish Conversation Partners (ECP)ECP at DUCOM is a participant organization that specifically aims to bring DUCOM students and community members from diverse cultures together through authentic language learning, cultural exchange, and a passion for multiculturalism. We are committed to providing participants with social opportunities to practice speaking English in a nonjudgmental environment, where everyone is respected and feels comfortable to be vulnerable and make mistakes as they learn. We will host several meetings throughout the year that are open to anyone who would like to either increase their comfort and fluency in English or help someone else gain confidence in their English speaking and listening abilities. These meetings will be conducted in different formats, ECP at DUCOM is a participant organization that specifically aims to bring DUCOM students and community members from diverse cultures together through authentic language learning, cultural exchange, and a passion for multiculturalism. We are committed to providing participants with social opportunities to practice speaking English in a nonjudgmental environment, where everyone is respected and feels comfortable to be vulnerable and make mistakes as they learn. We will host several meetings throughout the year that are open to anyone who would like to either increase their comfort and fluency in English or help someone else gain confidence in their English speaking and listening abilities. These meetings will be conducted in different formats,ducomecp@gmail.com
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VideoEnvironment ClubThe goal of the DUCOM Environment Club is to promote sustainability and environmentalism in everyday actions through education and community service. We seek to foster meaningful conversations within the DUCOM community by engaging with topics such as food sovereignty and the sustainability of medicine and scientific research. In addition, we look to understand the ways in which the environment impacts patient health, especially as the number of climate disasters increases globally. Furthermore, we hope to effect change directly in our community through local park clean-ups and recycling and composting services on our campus.ducomenvironment@gmail.com
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VideoFigure Skating ClubDUCOM Figure Skating Club is a new student organization geared toward building a fun and supportive community for students who previously ice skated. This club is recreational, but we will be going to practice at local ice arenas to break up our studying. Additionally, we hope to spread our love of figure skating with the wider DUCOM community by offering a public skate night later this year. We can’t wait to see you on the ice!ducomfsc@gmail.com
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VideoFilm AcademyWe are DUCOM’s Film Academy. We aim to provide a space for students and faculty to view, enjoy, and discuss movies. Medical school is a stressful experience, and the Film Academy hopes to aid in alleviating some of that stress through the magic of cinema.

Every month, we will try to showcase an interesting film with input from club members and anyone else interested in attending. We also intend to partner with other clubs to host themed films (i.e. foreign language, comedy, etc.) in an attempt to bring DUCOM communities together.

ducomfilm@gmail.com
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VideoFirst Generation Student GroupThe First Generation Student Group is committed to providing an environment for students who identify as being first-generation to openly discuss their experiences and the challenges of being a first-generation college and/or medical student.ducom.firstgen@gmail.com
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VideoFrench ClubFrench Club is a community for French learners and French-speaking individuals at DUCOM to come together for conversation and cultural appreciation. Activities include informal meetings for conversational practice; book clubs; sharing recommendations for French learners such as educational resources, TV shows and movies, and music; and learning together about the histories and traditions of various French-speaking cultures across the world.ducomfrenchclub@gmail.com
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VideoFriends of Frankie’s WorldFrankie’s World is a non-profit daycare center for young children with special medical needs here in Philly. Inspired by the owner’s daughter, Frankie’s World blends healthcare and preschool education in a unique environment that allows all kids to meet their full potential both physically and socially. More information on their mission can be found at https://www.frankiesworld.com/

As extra helping hands, volunteers will be engaging in lessons, crafts, and other activities with preschool-aged kids as well as providing support for the care of children with a unique range of needs. Volunteers may also help with playtime, meals, etc. for both groups (0-2 and 2+). Being a medical daycare, there are ample opportunities to observe clinical procedures in a pediatric setting as well.

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VideoFrog Hat ClubThe Frog Society traces its origins back to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Class of 2024 had just started their first year at DUCOM, but it was virtual with little to no in-person activities. Everyone was meeting on Zoom, which while safe and efficient, was often impersonal and banal. This all changed when one student began wearing a green frog hat to Zoom meetings. His hat generated many laughs, creating joy where pain and suffering once were. This one student’s selfless act to facilitate laughter and friendship among his classmates led to the inception of the Frog Hat Society. The purpose of the Frog Hat Society aka Frog Hat Club is to create a safe and fun medium for students to laugh and connect with one another. All members receive a frog hat.ducom.froghats@gmail.com
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VideoGrowing Young: Friends Across GenerationsThe DUCOM Growing Young: Friends Across Generations is a group that provides support to the elderly population. We aim to create an environment in which the nursing home population we serve feel supported and heard. We believe that life, at all stages and with all its challenges, is a precious gift to be shared and celebrated. Therefore, Growing Young is there to offer this exchange of experience between the elderly population and Drexel students.

We provide nursing homes and rehabilitation homes:
– Pair each student with a senior. This student would be responsible of contacting the senior once a week via phone or other means of communications (such as letters), to check up on them and have a conversation
– Create several virtual and in-person fun events for the residents, such as church Sundays and bingo nights
– Organize special holiday events

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VideoHealth Outreach Project (HOP)Drexel University College of Medicine Health Outreach Project (HOP) aims to work in partnership with the community to provide caring, nonjudgmental, and interdisciplinary health services to individuals who have limited or no access to care.
Our clinics & programs strive to create a respectful environment in which patients, students, community members, and health professionals work and learn together to address community health issues in innovative ways.hop@drexel.edu
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Interested students should attend HOP Week later this month and contact email above.

Hiking ClubHiking Club aims to promote mental wellness, stress reduction, and provide experiences in nature while building community among DUCOM students. Hiking is a great way to take a break from studying and clear your mind. Come and join us!ducomhikingclub@gmail.com
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VideoImpulseDrexel Impulse was formed as a way for students to use different dance styles to both de-stress and practice mindfulness. The goal of the club is to hold workshops for students at DUCOM and put together choreography for children in the community as a way to get them moving and introduce them to dance genres across the world. Impulse also aims to hold workshops for students interested in learning different dance styles and aims to incorporate tenets of dance and music therapy into the choreography. Impulse members also perform various pieces together at different events throughout the school year, such as PABC or the Multicultural show.ducom.impulse@gmail.com
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VideoIncarcerated Persons Health InitiativeThe mission of the Incarcerated-Persons Healthcare Initiative (IPHI) at Drexel University College of Medicine is to facilitate student opportunities for health outreach and structured learning within regional prisons, jails and half-way houses. These opportunities will allow students to gain invaluable exposure to the sociopolitical and socioeconomic issues that underlie the immense health disparities faced by the presently (and previously) incarcerated. These opportunities will also provide an avenue for students to confront and overcome biases as they interact with many individuals who have been marginalized by society, and help students gain firsthand knowledge of the challenges and rewards of working with this underserved patient population.ducomiphi@gmail.com
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VideoJournal ClubThe mission of Journal Club is to prepare students for a career rooted in evidence-based medicine. Journal Club focuses on developing students’ abilities to analyze and critique scientific literature, implement appropriate statistical methods, understand proper study design, and efficiently communicate scientific findings.ducomjournalclub@gmail.com
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VideoLabakCare Student Organization The purpose of the LabakCare Student Organization is to improve the health of underserved communities by providing no cost preventive health care services in Philadelphia and local surrounding areas, in addition to providing international clinics in Haiti and Nigeria. LabakCare offers health screenings, flu shots, and referrals to uninsured individuals through partnerships with local nonprofits, shelters, and religious institutions. This organization is a unique opportunity to work with fellow medical students in organizing fundraising efforts for this non-profit organization while also having the opportunity to work together with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other health care workers and students in order to screen patients and help them understand their diagnosed health issues. Students who are passionate about sharing in LabakCare’s mission of serving medically underserved communities, working to decrease the incidence of preventable chronic diseases, working with interdisciplinary aspects of healthcare, and organizing efforts to expand the reach of LabakCare’s service to underserved communities are encouraged to join.ducomlabakcare@gmail.com
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VideoLatino Medical Student Association (LMSA)The LMSA chapter here at DUCOM exists to serve as a safe haven for present medical students and an outlet for community engagement in the LatinX population. We aim to serve the diverse patient population that the great state Pennsylvania has to offer, while simultaneously allowing our members to gain exposure to the vulnerable populations they will be serving as a clinician. Through mentorship, service, and education we aim to empower our members to be the force that corrects the health inequities that presently exist in medicine to date.ducom.lmsa@gmail.com
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VideoLGBTQIA+ Professionals in MedicineLGBTQIA+ Professionals in Medicine seeks to enhance the health of the LGBTQIA+ community through community social support, advocating for curricular and policy change in the field of medicine, and educating students and staff in the greater DUCOM community on issues pertaining to sexual and gender minorities.drexel.lgbtqpm@gmail.com
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VideoMaimonidesDUCOM Maimonides is an interest group for Jewish students at Drexel University College of Medicine. It is our goal to create a welcoming environment for our Jewish students and provide programming and enrichment events to foster a sustainable Jewish community within our campus.drexelmaimonides@gmail.com
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VideoMedical Student Advocates for Gender Education and Sex (MedSAGES)MedSAGES strives to provide resources and education regarding the sexual health of marginalized communities (racial/cultural, sexual, and gender minorities). Topics of interest will include gender affirming care, sexually transmitted illness prevention in different communities, and reproductive freedoms. Our goal is to fill the knowledge gap in order to inform future health care providers and encourage them to better advocate for the sexual wellbeing of diverse patient populations.ducomedsages@gmail.com
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Microbiology in MedicineThe mission of Microbiology in Medicine or, M-in-M, is to introduce the many roles that microorganisms play in medicine. Despite their tiny size, microorganisms have an immense position in human development and disease. This topic will be addressed through interactive discussions on current microbiological research, lectures from medical and research specialists in the world of microbiology and infectious disease, tours of medical and laboratory facilities to learn more about clinical microbiology, and educational activities with community organizations encouraging broader medical microbiological understanding among the residents of Philadelphia. The large world of microorganisms plays a crucial role in health and disease. Most obviously, infectious diseases and antibiotic resistance highlight the importance of microorganisms in human health. Less obvious, however, is the role that general microbiota play in maintaining human digestion, modulating human immune responses, and influencing the development of multifactorial diseases. The aim of M-in-M, is to incorporate the diverse microbiological world into the study of medicine with the goal of encouraging holistic care that addresses the multifactorial aspects of human health and disease.microbiologyinmedicine@gmail.com
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VideoMicrogreens Outreach ProjectWhat: Organization at Drexel Medical School focused on educating the community about cultivation of microgreens, nutritional awareness, and sharing delicious recipes that combat heart disease and Diabetes.

Goals: Outreach and education for Drexel Medical students and the local community (K-12th grade students) to teach them about growing fresh microgreens, how to improve their nutrition awareness (Published Literature Here), and how to prepare fresh home-grown food at home.

Leadership: Looking for M1/M2 students with 2-5 hours per month to dedicate to starting up this organization. This is the first year or operation after the pandemic, so there is a ton of freedom to create, improve, and collaborate.

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VideoMiddle Eastern/North African Students in Medicine (MENA)As an organization, we hope to fundraise and bring awareness to the MENA region. This will include providing mentorship for undergraduate and high school students interested in medicine. In addition, we will encourage a sense of community among students who identify with MENA. This organization will also provide exposure to the MENA culture through food, dance, and music!menaducom@gmail.com
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VideoMothers and Baby DragonsThe goal of Drexel University College of Medicine’s Mothers & Baby Dragons (MBD) is to promote healthy pregnancies through one-on-one partnerships between low-income pregnant women and medical student companions who can help facilitate a healthy prenatal journey. College of Medicine medical students provide support to expecting mothers by accompanying them to prenatal appointments at the Women’s Care Center in Philadelphia, and regularly communicating with the mothers to discuss their unique challenges and successes throughout the pregnancy and during the baby’s first few months.

We believe that every woman deserves easily accessible resources to deal with the realities and challenges of pregnancy, and extra guidance and a listening ear can give these women the help they need to start a happy and healthy family. Our goal for medical students involved in this effort is to develop empathy, skills for effective communication with patients, and the drive to go above and beyond for patient care. We hope to develop champions for comprehensive and high quality care for underserved patients through advocacy, good listening, effective teaching, and providing inspiration and hope for patients to achieve their goals for health.

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VideoMove It with Mommy and MeTwice a month, we hold hour-long sessions that focus on promoting the physical and mental well-being of the residents. We strive to engage both mothers and their children in creative and stress-relieving activities during their busy weeks. Student volunteers lead exercises, create crafts/games, and offer nutritious snacks in the hope of providing examples of lifelong healthy habits. This volunteer opportunity aids students in learning about the local Philadelphia community and further developing their interpersonal skills, ranging from communication, empathy, and active listening. As a goal for the future, we hope to create take-away and/or virtual newsletters with wellness activities, recipes, and nutrition information for families to keep each month.moveitwithmommyandme@gmail.com
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VideoMUsculoskeletal Skills and CLinical Education (MUSCLE) ClubThe DUCOM MUSCLE Club aims to give medical students the opportunity to learn about and gain hands-on experience with musculoskeletal clinical skills with an emphasis on those involved in rehabilitation and sports medicine.DUCOMMUSCLE@gmail.com
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VideoMuslim Student Association (MSA)The MSA aims to create an inclusive community for Muslim students at DUCOM. We hope to provide a safe space to discuss our common faith, hold social events and religious gatherings, and bring awareness about Muslims in the healthcare field at large.drexelmedmsa@gmail.com
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VideoNeurodivergent in MedicineThe mission of the club is to create an environment of support and advocacy for neurodivergent students as well as a space for neurodiverse people and allies to find community, spread awareness and develop while sharing coping strategies for existing and thriving in a neurotypical centered world. The club will feature and uplift neurodivergent voices in medicine in an effort to destigmatize the participation of neurodiverse individuals in healthcare leadership. The organization will also seek to educate the student body on neurodivergent conditions, treatments, and research regarding this population. This feature of the organization will incorporate the fields of psychiatry, neurology and primary care in order to improve treatment knowledge for future clinicians.ducomndm@gmail.com
Sign upNovember Project Workout ClubThe DUCOM November Project Workout Club aims to motivate, encourage, and hold others accountable to working out with the Philadelphia November Project group. November Project is a free worldwide fitness movement that has spread to cities all around the US and world. Workouts are held outside every week at 6:25am on Wednesdays and Fridays. All fitness levels are welcome and workouts usually consist of running, stair climbing, jumping, bodyweight exercises, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and circuits. This club seeks to promote this free fitness opportunity while bringing together classmates who love working out in the morning.ducomnovproj@gmail.com
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VideoParent Resources in Medical Education (PRIME)Parent Resources in Medical Education (PRIME) is a new national organization dedicated to creating sustainable community, advocacy, and outreach initiatives geared toward parents in medicine. Our goal is to support parents navigating the challenges of medical training and help make medicine a field that is inclusive to all. While many events are intended to foster community among students with children, we will also be hosting events and offering mentorship opportunities for students that want to begin thinking about starting families during medical training.ducomprime@gmail.com
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VideoPeer to Peer SupportPeer to Peer is a student run support group where students can come together and discuss any of their current stress, struggles, or challenges they are facing. We know that medical school is hard so this group offers a safe space where students can gather to converse about the unique challenges presented during medical school and share resources with each other.p2p.drexel@gmail.com
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VideoPersian Student Association (PSA)Persian Student Association (PSA) is a cultural club focused on Persian culture and practices. Our goal is to create a community of students who are interested in the Persian culture whether they identify as Persian or not. DUCOM is a very diverse medical school filled with many students from different backgrounds. We aim to gather all students that are interested in different cultures in our club. We will educate, share, and promote our cultural events, creating a tight-knit community that shares similar values.ducompsa@gmail.com
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VideoPhotography ClubPhotography club aims to provide medical students with an avenue to explore film and digital photography as an avenue self-expression. We plan on spending the year cultivating DUCOM’s photography community through photography walks in Philly, photography-related field trips to local museums and galleries, and collaborative projects at DUCOM. We also intend to spend the year exploring photography as a method of storytelling–the idea of the physician-photographer, similar to the physician-writer–via guest lectures with experts at the intersection of medicine and photography.ducomphoto@gmail.com
Sign upPrimary Care Progress at DrexelPrimary Care Progress (PCP) is a national non-profit that is dedicated to bringing all who are interested in the future of primary care together to promote and transform primary care as we know it. We seek to draw on the experience and knowledge of healthcare professionals to educate students in order to provide them with the change-making tools they need to both improve primary care delivery and revitalize the primary care community. Additionally, we at Primary Care Progress wish to work alongside other groups and serve as advocates for patients affected by issues such as substance abuse, current healthcare reform, and misconceptions about healthcare.pcpatdrexel@gmail.com
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VideoRISE PhillyRISE Philadelphia is a virtual tutoring program that was founded by a group of medical students across Philadelphia at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. Millions of students across the world were forced to adapt to an uncertain in-home online curriculum and so graduate school students came together to provide one-on-one virtual tutoring sessions to support Philadelphia and South Jersey students’ transition to this new remote learning environment.rise.philly.2020@gmail.com
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VideoRunning ClubOur running group serves to establish a community of runners, of all levels, at the College of Medicine. We will hold weekly runs of three-five miles in length and also participate in races around Philadelphia. Our goal is to provide a casual, non-intimidating environment for all types of runners in order to get students familiar with and excited about running around East Falls and Philadelphia.ducomrc@gmail.com
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VideoSoccer ClubThe purpose of DUCOM’s soccer club is to help connect the medical students through our love for soccer, while also getting exercise throughout our medical school experience. We will play once a week and provide anyone with an interest in the sport a place to safely enjoy the game with no judgement. We aim for everyone to have fun and enjoy themselves while they get a break from the rigor of medical school. We will also try to play semi competitively for anyone who is interested through the Graduate Student League and Heyday Athletics groups.ducom.fc@gmail.com
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VideoSoftball ClubSoftball club aims to bring together DUCOM students of all years to play recreational slow pitch softball in Heyday Athletics Sports League. There is no experience required to join the team. This club requires 1-2 hours of time commitment during the season to play games. Not only do students get the chance to interact with peers in their own year, but they also get the chance to form connections with upper classmates while de-stressing via physical activity. Participants may play as many or as few games as they wish.drexelmedsoftball@gmail.com
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PowerpointSoup Appreciation ClubThe DUCOM Soup Appreciation club is an organization meant to elevate an underappreciated food medium into the general population’s awareness. Too long has solid food dominated the food discourse. Join us as we contemplate what soup represents to each individual’s culture and the various forms these soups may take. We aim to create a warm and relaxing space where our peers can gather to enjoy good soup and good company.ducomsoup@gmail.com
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Stitches ClubStitches is a club devoted to relieving stress through engaging in craft activities, specifically knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, and embroidery. This club is open to individuals of all experience levels and is a space to learn a new skill and decompress. We hold monthly Knitting Circles in addition to special craft events, such as Chunky Blanket Hand Knitting. Additionally, we offer charity projects for different skill levels as a means of giving back to the community, including arm-knitting a scarf for homeless shelters.ducomstitches@gmail.com
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VideoStories in MedicineThe original mission of our club was inspired by Narrative Medicine, which aims to “address the relational and psychological dimensions that occur in tandem with physical illness, with an attempt to deal with the individual stories of patients.” We meet as a group to discuss books, movies, poems, and other media sources of patient stories to better understand the experiences of both the patient and the physician. We hope that by examining these perspectives, we are able to better relate to our future patients and colleagues from an informed and empathetic position.storiesinmedicine.ducom@gmail.com
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VideoStress and Anxiety Management for Medical Professionals (SAMMP)Stress and Anxiety Management for Medical Professionals (SAMMP) at DUCOM is an organization designed with the goal of shedding light on the importance of mental health management, both as a medical students and as practicing healthcare providers. Considering the high rates of burnout, anxiety, and stress that many physicians endure in silence, it is a topic that merits some acknowledgment and discussion. With that being said, DUCOM’s SAMMP will work to enlighten medical students on stress, mental health and preventing burnout in the field. SAMMP will work closely with DUCOM Psych/Soc advisors in order to conduct informative sessions on medical school stress and physician burnout, delving into the risks and management techniques. Through sessions designed for communicating with other medical student peers, knowledgeable faculty, and even guest speakers, SAMMP hopes to guide DUCOM students into the professional field with mental health self-awareness!sammp.ducom@gmail.com
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VideoStudent CupboardAs a resource, our mission and goals are:
• To provide a reliable source of food for those in our community experiencing food insecurity
• To become a safe space for discussion and education in order to destigmatize food insecurity in our
community and beyond
• To partner with other resources and departments in order to assure the sustainability of the Student
Cupboard as a resource for our community

Volunteers will help the club as we educate on nutrition and food insecurity as well as buy, organize, and collect food.

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VideoStudents Against Racism (StAR)The purpose of Students Against Racism (StAR) is to unify students interested in fighting against racism and discrimination in the healthcare field. The main task of this group will be planning the annual Racism in Medicine Conference. Organized by the Philadelphia-area medical schools, this student-led conference aims to fight racism in medicine by joining students of various healthcare professions and engaging them in both captivating dialogue and strategic action planning. Outside of the conference, the group aims to increase awareness of racism and discrimination in healthcare through information sessions, panel discussions, and community outreach. We aim to host various programs and events, such as monthly newsletter, bi-monthly safe space discussions, journal clubs, in addition to various volunteer activities and collaborations with other ethnic/identity clubs.StAR.DUCOM@gmail.com
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VideoSurf & Ski ClubOur mission is to promote a sense of community at DUCOM by bringing students together who share a passion for action sports like surfing, paddleboarding, kiteboarding, skiing, snowboarding, and the like. Our goal is to help foster fitness, wellness, and camaraderie. The club is open to everyone, from regular thrill-seekers to absolute first-timers, as this organization will seek to build a good-natured and accepting community that focuses on providing students with opportunities to pursue and share these outdoor passions.DUCOMSurfandSki@gmail.com
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VideoTable Tennis ClubDrexel Table Tennis is a club for everyone at all levels of playing. We want to provide a space for students who are interested in playing or who want to learn how to play table tennis. We plan to hold practices where students can learn from one another and play against each other. On some occasions we also hope to host tournaments for students to compete and win prizes.ducomtabletennisclub@gmail.com
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VideoTaste BudsTaste Buds’ mission is to spread the joy of food and community. And what better way to do that by doing something we all love: eating. Medical school is stressful and at times very isolating. Taste Buds is a baking/cooking club for members to not only learn basic skills in the kitchen, but a place to make these meals together to meet new students, from group A/B or from a different year, that they wouldn’t have met otherwise. It will be a space for us to decompress while recreating our favorite recipes and sharing foods from different cultures. A place to develop new relationships while expanding our palates!tastebudsducom@gmail.com
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VideoTennis ClubDUCOM Club Tennis aims to provide a community for students who enjoy playing tennis or are interested in learning how to play. We welcome players of all skill levels and provide rackets if you need one. We hold weekly practices that consist of games, drills, and lessons for beginners.ducomclubtennis@gmail.com
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VideoThe Birthday BoxThe Birthday Box is an organization that aims to reach out to families, specifically mothers and children, who are unhoused or currently living in shelters, and provide them with a box to celebrate their birthday. Our birthday box will be catered to both children and their guardians, and include items to celebrate their birthday as well as basic necessities (hygiene/gift cards). Our goal is to encourage connection between medical students and individuals experiencing houselessness, not just over necessities like child care/health/education but also over joyful moments that everyone has a right to celebrate, such as a birthday. In doing so we hope to not only celebrate with these individuals but also bring light to the fact that although shelter/food/health care are integral and essential for all, everyone also deserves to celebrate milestones and the time to care for themselves.thebirthdayboxducom@gmail.com
Sign upThomistic InstituteThe Thomistic Institute is a national organization that promotes intellectual enrichment inspired by the 13th century philosopher Thomas Aquinas. Thomistic Institute (TI) chapters host diverse scholars from across the nation to come to university campuses and present on cutting edge research in humanistic sciences, including fields such as ethics, neuroscience, epistemology, and metaphysics. Its mission is to challenge young individuals in discovering intellectual life and exploring new and interesting perspectives. The DUCOM TI chapter will organize lectures, seminars, and reading groups to explore the riches of the intellectual tradition in relation to the practice of medicine and our future as physicians.drexelmedti@gmail.com
Sign upTrauma Informed Care (TIC)Every physician will interact with patients who have dealt with some form of trauma. We aim to keep our group informed about how the healthcare system can both promote and impede healing. As a member of the Trauma-Informed Care group, you will be exposed to culturally competent training when dealing with underrepresented patient populations. You will also learn evidence-based skills that will help your future patients feel safe, as well as making you more equipped to help them!ducomtraumainformedcare@gmail.com
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VideoUltrasound ClubThe mission of this club is to provide medical students the skills to use and properly analyze an ultrasound firsthand. So much of our learning is done via PDFs, but most long-term learning is done through practice. The ultrasound medicine interest group hopes to use ultrasound devices to teach medical students proper technique and how to diagnose various organ pathologies.ducomultrasound@gmail.com
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VideoVolleyball ClubDUCOM Volleyball is a student organization that seeks to provide a place for students to play volleyball. We welcome individuals of all skill levels to join and participate in pick-up style games and casual peppering to de-stress and build relationships in a team sport.vball.ducom@gmail.com
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VideoWarmth and Relief for PhillyWarmth and Relief for Philly is dedicated to assisting the people of Philadelphia in finding and securing resources that will enable citizens to be comfortable and safe during the extreme weather of winter and summer months. Many individuals in Philadelphia lack access to amenities and resources to keep warm during winter months, most notably the homeless population which depends on city management. Warmth and Relief for Philly will be carrying out fundraisers and clothing drives to go out into the city and assist individuals dealing withwarmth4philly@gmail.com
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VideoWellness ClubThe Wellness group is a confidential group where 1st and 2nd year students can safely address any issues they would like with peers. The group is facilitated by DUCOM Faculty from the office of student Wellbeing, Drs. Adaman and Gottlieb. The group meets weekly during the academic year.ducomwellness@gmail.com
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Women in LiftingWomen in Lifting is an organization to help create a safe and welcoming environment in the DUCOM gym for women who are interested in lifting. In today’s society, the gym is typically more male-dominated in the weights section, leaving women reluctant to traverse the area. We hope to empower women and instill confidence in the gym, and give women the proper and strong foundation in starting their fitness journey. Even though Women in Lifting is catered towards women, we are open to anyone who is interested in learning how to lift and begin their fitness journey.ducomwil@gmail.com
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VideoYoga ClubYoga Club is an opportunity for students and faculty to focus on the mind, body, and spirit. The mission of the Yoga Club is to offer participants a way to improve physical fitness, self-awareness, and relaxation techniques. The Yoga Club aims to promote the practice and study of yoga and foster a sense of community around this practice. We are open to all skills and abilities and are flexible with our practice in order to best suit the participants.Sign up
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