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Presidents’ Welcome
On Behalf of the Student National Medical Association (SNMA) we would like to welcome you to UNC School of Medicine. We are excited about the great things SNMA is doing and we welcome EVERYONE who shares the mission of our organization to join. This year we will continue to lead through mentoring, service and academic excellence and we hope that you will join us in the historical traditions of the Student National Medical Association.
Sincerely,
Jessica Isom and Ayesha Lovick2011-2012 SNMA Co-Presidents
Who Are We?• The Student National Medical Association (SNMA) is the nation's
oldest and largest student organization focused on the needs and concerns of medical students of color. Membership includes more than 7,000 medical students, pre-medical students, residents and physicians. Established in 1964 by medical students from Howard University and Meharry medical schools
• SNMA boasts over 40 years of service to underserved communities and medical students.
It’s very easy to do so! Become a member! There are many
benefits to membership Run for one of the MS1 positions to obtain a
hands on experience Attend all of our many events, talks and
luncheons Volunteer for HPREP, YSEP, MAPS, or many
more programs!
How Can You Get Involved?
SNMA National Programs• Pipeline Programs: these programs directly serve minority students
through mentoring, education and guidance
• Pre-medical Minority Enrichment and Development (PMED)o SNMA members act as mentors to pre-medical undergraduates and post-baccalaureate
students in efforts to increase medical school matriculation rates of underrepresented mentors
• Minority Association of Pre-medical Students (MAPS)o Pre-medical students are also encouraged to form SNMA MAPS chapters at their respective
institutions. There are currently over 100 MAPS chapters nationwide which comprise about one third of the SNMA membership
• Health Professions Recruitment Exposure Programs (HPREP)o HPREP continues to expose high school students to science-related activities while
introducing them to careers in the health professions
• Youth Science Enrichment Program (YSEP)o YSEP serves to stimulate elementary and junior high school students’ interest in science
and health
SNMA National Programs• Education and Prevention Protocols
o Sexual Health Awarenesso Violence Preventiono Smoking Prevention/Cessationo Healthy People 2010 Health Fairso Mental Health: Treatment, Awareness, and Preventiono HIV/AIDS Intervention and Prevention Corpso Tissue and Organ Donation Education and Recruitment
Programo Health and Wellness Programo Greater than AIDS Campaign
We try and succeed at being one of the most ACTIVE organizations on campus!
We work hard academically and devote our time and energy to service simultaneously
How do we do it?◦ Support◦ Commitment to academics◦ Network of friendly and approachable admins◦ Dedication to service
How does our Chapter fit in?
2011-2012 Calendar of Events
Fall Semester
• August 15th - 19th: Change Your Mind Week (see
www.med.unc.edu/snma for details about each day)
o Tuesday, August 16th : First General Body Meeting and
Electionso Friday August 19th: Executive Board Retreat (for newly elected
officers!)
2011-2012 Calendar of Events
Fall Semester• Sunday August 25th Wine Tasting
• Thursday, Sept 27th Business of Medicine Talk with Dr.
Bonnie Mason
How Does It All Work?
The listserv is an amazing resource. It can be utilized for a variety of different reasons to send information to a large group of individuals connected to the organization
For business purposes only; many administrative employees receive emails from the listserv and would appreciate a level of professionalism!
Class listservs, for members only
Welcome to the Listserv!
We’re on the Net!facebook.com/UNCSNMAmed.unc.edu/SNMA
We use Google products quite often:◦ Gmail
Contact Jessica and Ayesha (presidents) jointly at [email protected]
Contact Luke and Brandon (HPREP) jointly at [email protected]
Contact Indira and Mariatu (MAPS) jointly at [email protected]
◦ GoogleCal: ALL of our events are posted to our Google calendar so you can find out what we have going on with just the touch of a button!
◦ GoogleDocs: we love to get your input and feedback in the form of a GoogleDoc! It streamlines sign-ups and allows us be more efficient!
We Love Google!!
How to Join Our Chapter!• Membership Information
o Click to download and print the membership formo National dues are $100 (pays for all four years!) o Chapter dues are $20 per yearo Membership forms (and cash/check dues will be
accepted here and online (www.med.unc.edu/snma!o Dues may also be paid via Paypal/credit card ($3.78 transaction
fee applies)
SNMA members enjoy the following benefits
PUBLICATIONS Journal of the Student National Medica
l Association (JSNMA) President's newsletter MAPS newsletter EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES Academic Clinical Education in
Training (ACE-IT) (Active Members) Introduction to Clinical Medicine
(Active Members) So You Want to be a Doctor (Associate
Members) DISCOUNTS Princeton Review (MCAT) Scrubs and Lab Coats JSNMA and Website Ads
Car rentals SCHOLARSHIPS Kaplan Board Review SNMA Member Scholarships OTHER BENEFITS Loan Consolidation Free membership with the Global
Health Council Members only listserves Become a national officer MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE EVENTS National Leadership Institute Leadership Development Series Annual Medical Education Conference Annual community service project Annual Research Forum International Medical Missions
Benefits of Membership!
Only members of the organization are eligible to run for a position
Members must pay dues by Friday, August 19 2011
Prepare a short 90 second blurb about your qualifications and interest
A survey will be used to determine the elected officials
Good Luck!!
Election Process
Secretary (1) Attend all general body meetings and prepare minutes and distribute to the
chapter before the next meeting Keep an updated record of all minutes
Community Service Chairs ( 2) Develop and execute monthly chapter community service projections within the
scope of the national agenda Coordinate the annual Share Your Christmas initiative in November and
December Coordinate the annual Bone Marrow Drive during February
Health Professions Recruitment Exposure Program (HPREP) Sub-Chair (1) Role: work with the HPREP Co-Chairs in coordinating the 7 week HPREP program
which runs from January to March
Youth Science Enrichment Program (YSEP) Sub-Chair (1) Role: work with the YSEP Co-Chairs in coordinating the 7 week YSEP program
which runs from January to March
Open Officer Position Descriptions
Social Chairs (2) Develop monthly social events that will serve the purpose of bringing chapter members
closer together Coordinate social events with other SNMA chapters and graduate program organizations in
the area Coordinate the Annual Ski Trip during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend or an equivalent social
event at the discretion of the general body.
Recruitment Liaison (2) Serve as the official liaison between the Office of Special Programs and SNMA Coordinate meetings between SNMA members and potential applicants to the School of
Medicine Oversee and coordinate the Annual Open House during the spring semester Work with the MAPS Liaison to coordinate the Annual Premedical Conference Coordinate the annual Second Look Dinner
Historian (2) Attend and take pictures at all chapter events Keep a written and photographic record of all chapter activities Send pictures to the chapter Webmaster and Regional Director Develop a quarterly newsletter outlining chapter events (Fall—November, Winter—February,
Spring—May)
Open Officer Position Descriptions cont’d
Fundraising Chairs (2) Develop fundraising events to raise money for the National Conference as well as for
a charity/scholarship Coordinate the Annual Speed Dating Event or an equivalent fundraising event at the
discretion of the general body.
Webmaster (1) Oversee and update the chapter website at least twice a month Maintain the chapter list-serve
Parliamentarian (1) Assist the Co-Presidents in the interpretation of the SNMA National Constitution and
UNC Bylaws in accordance to Robert Rules of Order Be responsible for the collection and correction of all amendments to the Chapter
Bylaws and their distribution to chapter members
Minority Men in Medicine Chairs (1)Conduct weekly meetings and workshops for undergraduate participants Network with physicians in order to establish connections to assist in meeting
objectives Organize activities to improve preparation for professional school applications Serve as primary role models for all group members
Open Officer Position Descriptions cont’d
