A Voice In Your Ear

Michael and Julien speak with Dr. Beatriz Tapia, Co-module Director for Medicine, Behavior, and Society (MBS) and Assistant Dean for Faculty Development, about the utility of information and experiences provided during MBS and the South Texas Environmental Education and Research (STEER) elective.

Shawn and Kat cover a variety of topics related to the first module of MS1 with Dr. Jodi Huggenvik, Co-module Director of "Molecules to Medicine" and Assistant Dean of Medical Education (Pre-clerkship).

Corey, Julien, and Joy talk about the work they've accomplished thus far and the future directions for the UTRGV SOM Student-run Clinic.

Michael talks with Dr. John Ronnau, Senior Associate Dean for Interprofessional Education (IPE), and Mr. Eddie Olivarez, Chief Administrative Officer for the Hidalgo County Department of Health & Human Services, discuss the theme of interprofessional education (IPE), Operation Lone Star, and health-related challenges many of the residents of Hidalgo County face.

Keith, Shawn, Joy, Michael, Christine, and Ramiro continue their discussion about life as a medical student; specifically, regarding study strategies.

Keith, Shawn, Joy, Michael, Christine, and Ramiro discuss their personal experiences in first year classes, and provide advice on studying.

Shuemara and Jared talk with Dr. Leonel Vela, Senior Associate Dean for Education & Academic Affairs and Professor of Family & Preventive Medicine, about the SOM's role in the community, the tie-ins between basic science and practicing medicine, and takeaways from the Class of 2020's first year.

Christine and Shawn sit down with Dr. Michael Collard, Professor and Module Director, to review the idea and implementation of Problem Based Learning (PBL) at the SOM.

Julien, Ramiro, Rafael, and Michael talk about the responsibilities associated with being a member of the UTRGV SOM Student Government Association.