Student Affairs

OUR MISSION
The mission of the Office of Student Affairs at Boston University School of Medicine is to: 

  • Guide medical students through their education at the School of Medicine;
  • Facilitate an environment conducive to learning and the professional development of compassionate physicians;
  • Ensure that all requirements for promotion and graduation are met, and that the standards of student performance meet the highest quality of medical education;
  • Promote the development of skills for lifelong learning and respect for patients and colleagues;
  • Proactively anticipate and address awareness and sensitivity to other cultures, religions, and beliefs; and
  • Create a summative experience at Boston University School of Medicine that alumni will reflect upon with pride and gratitude
This website promotes our mission by providing medical students important information to assist with their academic, personal, and professional development.
QUICK LINKS
Check out the the BUSM Academic Calendar online! It is updated regularly with new events and meetings. What’s going on at BUSM?..& Where?…Find STUDY ROOMS…
Click here to connect to the R25 WebViewer to view a list of all events & their locations!
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International Health Program
BU CARES
The BUSM Graduate: 

  • Behaves in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner toward patients and colleagues of all cultures and backgrounds, using effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Uses the science of normal and abnormal states of health to diagnose illness and provide effective management of care
  • Communicates with colleagues and patients to ensure effective interdisciplinary medical care
  • Acts in accordance with the highest ethical standards of medical practice
  • Researches and critically appraises biomedical information and contributes to the advancement of science and the practice of medicine
  • Exhibits commitment and aptitude for life-long learning and continuing improvement as a physician
  • Supports optimal patient care through identifying and using resources of the health care system
Research – Enrichment – Faculty Contacts – International Health – Essay Contests
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of BU School of Medicine