MS4 Class Information: September 24, 2026

In this issue: Reminder to Contribute to the Student Clerkship Review Site Reminder to Contribute to the Student Clerkship Review Site  Congratulations to everyone who has completed another clerkship! For those willing, please consider submitting a review on our new student clerkship review site, available through the MD Student Microsoft Teams channel.   The MSA hopes […]

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Volunteer Bedside Concerts – Musical Volunteer Opportunity (Virtual or Seattle) (Open Recruitment)

VBC is a student-led organization that provides virtual and in-person musical concerts for hospitalized patients who may be experiencing loneliness or isolation. Our virtual and in-person format allows students to participate from Seattle or remotely from anywhere across the WWAMI region, while also giving patients’ family members outside the hospital the opportunity to listen in.  […]

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2026 GQ Results—Week 3 Update (Clerkships)!

This week, we are excited to highlight the strong ratings our graduating students gave to their required clerkship experiences. As a reminder, the AAMC Graduation Questionnaire (GQ) is administered annually to graduating medical students. Reviewing these excellent results, the average rating of overall clerkship quality as “good” or “excellent” across required clerkships was 91%, ranging […]

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MS4 Class Information: September 17, 2026

In this issue: Fall Senior AOA Eection Results Recording Now Available: It’s Going to Be Okay! Explore & Focus Phase Curriculum & Career Planning Q&A Session Fall Senior AOA Election Results  This past Monday evening, the UW Chapter of AOA held their election for Senior AOA members. Students were selected using a process that incorporates […]

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MS3 Class Information: September 17, 2026

In this issue:  Recording Now Available: It’s Going to Be Okay! Explore & Focus Phase Curriculum & Career Planning Q&A Session Recording and Presentation Materials Now Available: It’s Going to Be Okay! Explore & Focus Phase Curriculum & Career Planning Q&A Session  If you are a member of the Class of 2028, the recording and […]

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MS1 Class Information: September 17, 2026

In this issue:  Become a SLAC Rep & Inform the Future of Service Learning Across WWAMI ICYMI: Fall MS1 Pathways Virtual Info Session – September 22 Become a SLAC Rep & Inform the Future of Service Learning Across WWAMI  Are you interested in contributing to the direction of UWSOM Service Learning projects and initiatives?  The […]

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Washington State Medical Association Medical Student Advocacy Program (All Washington Students) (Register by 10/31/26)

The Washington State Medical Association (WSMA) Medical Student Advocacy Program is a program from the WSMA for medical students and residents who want to develop an understanding of Washington’s legislative process and issues important to the physician community. This includes learning how to be an effective advocate, engaging directly with legislators, and visiting the state […]

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Join the Medical Student Technology Advisory Team (Monthly Meetings)

The Medical Student Technology Advisory Team (medSTAT) is recruiting new members. Anyone interested in the intersection of technology, education, and medicine is encouraged join the group. All are welcome regardless of technological expertise!  A full description of the role of medSTAT can be found on the medSTAT page. The topics addressed are determined largely by […]

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Honoring Dr. Suzanne Allen’s Legacy

After more than two decades of leadership with the University of Washington School of Medicine, Dr. Suzanne Allen retired from her role as Vice Dean for Academic, Rural and Regional Affairs in June, leaving behind a legacy rooted in expanding medical education opportunities across the Northwest and preparing the next generation of physicians to serve […]

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