E-Newsletter Fall 2009
Dear Alumni,
The autumn season is upon us and the campus is abuzz with activity. It is still warm enough to enjoy the last of the summer weather, but cool enough so that the leaves on the trees are beginning to change into vibrant colors.
It is also the perfect time to let you know what is new at Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM). Your voices have been heard and as a complement to Campus and Alumni News, the medical school magazine, we welcome you to our new Alumni Association E-Newsletter. Our goal is to keep you informed about what is happening at your alma mater in a convenient format.
There are many activities happening here at BUSM, and I’m sure there is something being offered that you find of interest. In our Events section below you will find information about our Inaugural Fall Alumni Weekend, October 23 – 25, a lecture being presented by Osamu Shimomura, PhD, BUSM Professor Emeritus, Recipient of 2008 Nobel Prize in Chemistry on November 17th to the B.U. Medical Campus community, and more!
We hope you enjoy this newsletter and keep your connection to BUSM. Be on the lookout for my new blog! Please let me know what kinds of things you would like to hear more about!
Sincerely,
Jean E. Ramsey, MD, MPH ’90
Boston University School of Medicine
Assistant Dean of Alumni Affairs
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The Entering Class of 2013
by Robert Witzburg ‘77, Associate Dean and Director of Admissions at the School of Medicine
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Last month, we welcomed the newest incoming class of medical students to campus. The first-year class, with 176 entering students, is among the largest we have had. It is also among the strongest academically, and extremely diverse in terms of academic background, language, culture, race, and ethnicity. More than 25% of the students hold graduate degrees, many of them have published scientific papers, and most of them have devoted considerable energy to community service. These wonderful young people are already actively engaged in both the curriculum and in various aspects of campus life.
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The White Coat Ceremony and Welcoming Reception for the Class of 2013 took place on Monday, August 10, 2009 on the Talbot Green at Boston University School of Medicine. See photos from this event here. |
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Dr. Charlotte Cowan ’84, creator and author of the Dr. Hippo series of children’s books, has been selected by the Obama Administration as one of the leading social innovators in the country. In a White House reception, Dr. Cowan was recognized by President Obama and members of the White House Office of Social Innovation and Civic Participation. More on this story here.
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Alumni recognized at the White Coat Ceremony: Ten alumni were guests at the White Coat Ceremony taking place on August 10, 2009. During her welcome address to students, Assistant Dean of Alumni Affairs, Jean Ramsey ‘90 asked alumni to stand…continued. |
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Young alumni focus group: Members of classes of 2009-2000 gathered at Rocca in the South End with Dr. Ramsey and members of the Alumni Association staff to discuss young alumni …continued. |
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Debbie Chong ’99: Dr. Chong has been updating the alumni community over the past few years via Class Notes on the growth of her non-profit organization, Medicine in Action. She recently returned to campus…continued.
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Bob Carey ’54: Dr. Bob Carey walked into the Alumni Association office ready to meet students one on one and provide them a copy of his new book; “Learning about life and death through patients.” He had just returned from speaking to the Class of 2013 … continued. |
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GMS Welcome Barbecue, September 1st, 2009
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BUSM Alumni Association hosted the incoming Graduate Medical Sciences students on the Talbot Green for a Welcoming Barbecue on September 1, 2009. The celebration of this second annual event included a welcome from the new…click here to view more on this event.
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Bagels for Exams
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White Coat Patches
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Match Day
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Organization Fair
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On November 17th, BUSM welcomes the 2008 Nobel Prize Winner in Chemistry, Osamu Shimomura, PhD and Professor Emeritus, to the auditorium at 670 Albany Street to speak to the Boston University community. A reception will follow Dr. Shimomura’s formal remarks, which begin at 3:00 p.m. Please join us for this special event!
12:00pm - MBA presents a lecture by BUSM alumnus Joseph F. Fastow, M.D., M.P.H.
1:00pm - Genome Science Institute – First inaugural GSI Symposium
Friday, October 23
9:00am – William J. Bicknell Lectureship in Public Health
6:00pm - Dean’s Club Dinner
Saturday, October 24
10:00am – Medical Campus Alumni College
6:00pm – Medical Campus Gala
Sunday, October 25
10:00am – SoWa
8:30am - Bagels Before Exams
6:00pm - Executive Committee Meeting
3:00pm – Lecture by Osamu Shimomura, PhD, BUSM Professor Emeritus, Recipient of 2008 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
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Click here to view the complete Events Calendar for 2009/2010.
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More to come in our future issues:
– Curriculum changes at the School of Medicine: Learn what has changed or stayed the same since your time at BUSM.
– How are students getting involved in their school and the community? Student Organization leaders share their thoughts.
– View photos and stories on October’s Fall Alumni Weekend and learn more about Reunion and Alumni Weekend events in May!
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