2019 Summer SOMA Foundation Night Out
Join us in supporting the osteopathic medical student community during our 2019 Chicago SOMA Foundation Night Out on July 26th, 2019 at Public House! There will be a $10 door donation, which will include a free drink voucher, and all proceeds will go towards our 2019-2020 scholarship and grants distribution to all members of SOMA.
Join us in supporting the osteopathic medical student community during our 2019 Chicago SOMA Foundation Night Out on July 26th, 2019 at Public House! There will be a $10 door donation, which will include a free drink voucher, and all proceeds will go towards our 2019-2020 scholarship and grants distribution to all members of SOMA.
2019 Summer Service Event: 5K Run for Gus and Coloring Book Packets
SOMA and the SOMA Foundation will be working together to serve the community of Chicago this July at the annual summer conference in two very special events! Working in conjunction with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, SOMA members will be able to run a 5K to raise funds supporting research of pediatric brain tumors at their annual event, Run for Gus. In addition to some summer fun and healthy activities, we are also able to personally build Coloring Book Packets that will be distributed to the Children's Hospital to supply hours of fun to their regular patients.
SOMA and the SOMA Foundation will be working together to serve the community of Chicago this July at the annual summer conference in two very special events! Working in conjunction with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, SOMA members will be able to run a 5K to raise funds supporting research of pediatric brain tumors at their annual event, Run for Gus. In addition to some summer fun and healthy activities, we are also able to personally build Coloring Book Packets that will be distributed to the Children's Hospital to supply hours of fun to their regular patients.
2019 National SOMA Partnership Lunch -
Monday, March 4th, 2019
The SOMA Foundation will be tabling at the Spring Convention during the National SOMA Partnership Lunch. Please stop by and learn more about the scholarships, grants, and other events and opportunities that are provided exclusively to SOMA members. We hope to see you there!
Monday, March 4th, 2019
The SOMA Foundation will be tabling at the Spring Convention during the National SOMA Partnership Lunch. Please stop by and learn more about the scholarships, grants, and other events and opportunities that are provided exclusively to SOMA members. We hope to see you there!
2019 SOMA Foundation Night Out at the Spring Convention -
Sunday, March 3rd, 2019
Come join your SOMA Foundation Board of Directors for a night out at Sudhouse in Washington, D.C. for an opportunity to hang out with your new National SOMA friends and fellow students! This is a great opportunity to gather in an informal setting and learn more about the scholarships, grants, and other events that are provided exclusively for SOMA members. We look forward to seeing you all and to kicking off the 2019 Spring Convention with a bang!
Sunday, March 3rd, 2019
Come join your SOMA Foundation Board of Directors for a night out at Sudhouse in Washington, D.C. for an opportunity to hang out with your new National SOMA friends and fellow students! This is a great opportunity to gather in an informal setting and learn more about the scholarships, grants, and other events that are provided exclusively for SOMA members. We look forward to seeing you all and to kicking off the 2019 Spring Convention with a bang!
SOMA Foundation Spring Night Out! - March 5th, 2018
Join your fellow students for a night out in Washington, D.C. We know your first conference can be overwhelming, so come gather in an infomral setting, hang out with your new National SOMA friends and get to meet the Board of the SOMA Foundation. Learn what we can offer you in scholarships, grants, and other events that are exclusively made for SOMA members. We hope we get to see old friends and make some new ones along the way. Hope to see you all out tonight!
Join your fellow students for a night out in Washington, D.C. We know your first conference can be overwhelming, so come gather in an infomral setting, hang out with your new National SOMA friends and get to meet the Board of the SOMA Foundation. Learn what we can offer you in scholarships, grants, and other events that are exclusively made for SOMA members. We hope we get to see old friends and make some new ones along the way. Hope to see you all out tonight!
Spring Convention Community Service Project: Street Sense DC
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Join us Monday, March 5th, 2018 from 4-7 PM for a Health and Wellness Fair sponsored by Street Sense DC. Health directors will be on site to supervise student and adult volunteers as they provide mental wellness exams as well as health screening for the homeless and vulnerable communities in Washington D.C. Come learn about those most affected by homelessness, mental illness, and how we as current (and future) physicians can reach out to aid those left behind. Volunteers are asked to dress professionally (including white coat) when attending this event.
Sign up today to make a meaningful impact on someone who may be reaching out for help.
Questions can be directed to Sneha Shah, Foundation Associate Liaison (foundationliaison@somafoundation.org).
SIGN UP NOW!
Join us Monday, March 5th, 2018 from 4-7 PM for a Health and Wellness Fair sponsored by Street Sense DC. Health directors will be on site to supervise student and adult volunteers as they provide mental wellness exams as well as health screening for the homeless and vulnerable communities in Washington D.C. Come learn about those most affected by homelessness, mental illness, and how we as current (and future) physicians can reach out to aid those left behind. Volunteers are asked to dress professionally (including white coat) when attending this event.
Sign up today to make a meaningful impact on someone who may be reaching out for help.
Questions can be directed to Sneha Shah, Foundation Associate Liaison (foundationliaison@somafoundation.org).
OMED 2017 Community Service Project
October 7th, 2017
8 AM - 10 AM
Volunteers wanted! The SOMA Foundation & National SOMA will be volunteering at the 11th Annual Philadelphia VisionWalk and are looking for enthusiastic student volunteers who want to give back to the Philadelphia community. On Saturday 10/7 from 8AM to 10AM, we will be helping at the registration booth and helping set up the course. Details about the event (transportation, time of departure and return, etc) will be sent out in an email closer to event date. This is a great way to take a break from a morning of business and be with your friends. Chapter leaders - please share with your classmates attending OMED.
REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSdccsI7XgqVXjFclS…/viewform
If you have any questions, please post here or contact me at foundationliaison@studentdo.com
October 7th, 2017
8 AM - 10 AM
Volunteers wanted! The SOMA Foundation & National SOMA will be volunteering at the 11th Annual Philadelphia VisionWalk and are looking for enthusiastic student volunteers who want to give back to the Philadelphia community. On Saturday 10/7 from 8AM to 10AM, we will be helping at the registration booth and helping set up the course. Details about the event (transportation, time of departure and return, etc) will be sent out in an email closer to event date. This is a great way to take a break from a morning of business and be with your friends. Chapter leaders - please share with your classmates attending OMED.
REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSdccsI7XgqVXjFclS…/viewform
If you have any questions, please post here or contact me at foundationliaison@studentdo.com
2017 SOMA Foundation Reception
October 7, 2017
9:30-11:30pm
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
The SOMA Foundation would like to invite you to attend the upcoming 2017 SOMA Foundation Reception.
During the Reception, we will be honoring the 2017 Northup Educator of the Year - Dr. Thad Wilson from MU-COM, our 2017 Fall Scholarship Recipients, and our Donors.
We are asking for a $10 Donation* to attend the dessert buffet and open bar. All donations will go towards our 2017- 2018 Grant program.
*All 2017 SOMA Foundation Student Members will be invited to attend for free.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
If you have any questions, please email SOMA Foundation Chairperson: Chairperson@somafoundation.org
During the Reception, we will be honoring the 2017 Northup Educator of the Year - Dr. Thad Wilson from MU-COM, our 2017 Fall Scholarship Recipients, and our Donors.
We are asking for a $10 Donation* to attend the dessert buffet and open bar. All donations will go towards our 2017- 2018 Grant program.
*All 2017 SOMA Foundation Student Members will be invited to attend for free.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
If you have any questions, please email SOMA Foundation Chairperson: Chairperson@somafoundation.org
Heart On Your Sleeve
Help fight the stigma against medical students, residents, and attendings asking for help concerning mental health and the stress of our profession. Take a moment to read our invitation to "wear your heart on your sleeve" and stop by the SOMA Foundation table at the AOA House of Delegates to get your badge. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Help us support our colleagues and show they are not alone.
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| Heart on your Sleeve badge.pdf |
Join us in supporting the osteopathic medical student community during our 2017 Chicago Foundation Night Out on July 20, 2017. Donations from the night, including a $5 door donation and 10% of the bar proceeds, will go towards our 2017-2018 scholarship and grants distribution to all members of SOMA.
Kick off the 1st night of the SOMA Spring convention with a BANG!!!! Join us for the SOMA Foundation "night out" on April 14th, 2016
Come join the SOMA Foundation Reception to honor our donors and the 2016 Northup Educator of the year, Dr. John Kasimos on September 17th, 2016.
SOMA Foundation at OMED 2015
October 16th-19th, 2015
SOMA Foundation will be at OMED on October 16th-October 19th! Please stop by our booth and meet the appointed board members. Ask us what SOMA Foundation has been up to and grab some goodies. Silent auction and raffle prizes all week!
Kick off the 1st night of the SOMA summer convention with a BANG!!! Join us for the SOMA Foundation "night out" on July 16th.
SOMA Foundation at the AOA House of Delegates 2015
July 18th-19th, 2015
SOMA Foundation will be at the AOA House of Delegates meeting on July 18th -July 19th at the Fairmont Chicago. Please stop by our booth and meet the newly appointed board members. Ask us what SOMA Foundation has been up to and grab some goodies!