Heersink School of Medicine News

Educational offerings for teams on diversity and inclusion in 2024, Part 1

In an ongoing commitment to excellence, the Heersink School of Medicine Office for Diversity and Inclusion is pleased to offer several comprehensive educational initiatives that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. These courses promote an inclusive clinical and academic environment.

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Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and impact on health care and science in Alabama

The Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration at UAB is hosted this year on Thursday, Jan. 18, from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Margaret Cameron Spain Auditorium, and the event will offer lunch to the first 100 guests.

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Rhodes named president of the UAB Chapter of the American Medical Women's Association

Leslie Rhodes, M.D., associate professor in the Division of Pediatric Cardiology, has been named the next president of UAB's chapter of the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA), facilitated by the Heersink School of Medicine Office for Diversity and Inclusion.

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UAB Heersink School of Medicine celebrates Chanukah with public Menorah Lighting Event

The UAB Heersink School of Medicine recently ushered in the joyous festival of Chanukah (or Hanukkah) with a vibrant Public Menorah Lighting event held on Thursday, Dec. 7. Hosted by the Office for Diversity and Inclusion Student Affairs, the Chabad of Alabama, and the Jewish Medical Student Association, this festive event brought together UAB leadership, students, and community members. The gathering was filled with meaningful speeches, networking opportunities, music, and traditional Chanukah treats.

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UAB Medicine makes a showing in BBJ's Who’s Who in Health Care 2023

Congratulations to all the UAB Heersink School of Medicine, UAB Medicine, UAB Health System, and Health Service Foundation leaders who were recognized on the Who’s Who in Healthcare list!

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Johnson receives MASA Underwood Minority Scholarship Award

Desalyn Johnson, fourth year Heersink student, has received the Jefferson Underwood Minority Scholarship Award. The Medical Association of the State of Alabama (MASA) presented Johnson with her award at their Oct. 19 meeting in Montgomery.

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Honoring Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month is observed every November and serves as a reminder of the contributions and deep-rooted traditions of indigenous people, American Indians, and Alaska Natives.

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Diwali is coming: Here are some ways to celebrate this year

Coming together in joy and unity with the Heersink School of Medicine Office for Diversity and Inclusion, Asian Pacific Medical Student Association, UAB Medicine, and Asian American Pacific Islander Faculty Association on Nov. 15 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for friendship, food, and dancing is just one way you can celebrate Diwali this year. Check out five other ways you can celebrate this joyful time.

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A successful autumn Black/African American Faculty Association social mixer

The Heersink School of Medicine Office for Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) partnered with its Black/African American Faculty Association to host a social mixer on Thursday, Oct. 26, in the Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts.

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Next Staff Grand Rounds scheduled Nov. 9

The second event in the series is presented by Kellie Carter, Ph.D., senior leadership development specialist.

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