b"Medical Student Council Updates: Building a Community By Eric Malani, MS4this community. Getting more involvedwithin the MSC board and liaisons but within the MSC meant I was able toalso in our relationship with PACEP help set up a Speaker Series Lecture onphysicians. Its important that we ED Imaging and a successful suppliesdont operate as separate entities but drive at Jefferson for the Philadelphiarather as different branches of the Ronald McDonald House.same tree, united in our mission to The following year, as Communityserve. By rekindling this relationship, Engagement Coordinator, I wantedwe've created a space where students to take our involvement beyond theand physicians work together as one academic setting. Emergency medicinecohesive body. Weve instituted bi-is not only about knowledge andmonthly Journal Clubs, increased our skillit's about service. We engagesocial media presence, and founded Eric Malani, MS4 with diverse populations during somea new informational series called Chair of PACEP MSC of their most vulnerable moments,ENGAGE, where PACEP leaders provide and I felt it was essential that wementorship to students pursuing When I initially joined the MSC asconnect with the community outsidea career in emergency medicine a first-year medical student andof the hospital. I worked to expand ourin the form of mini-lectures and liaison for SKMC at Thomas Jeffersonoutreach by organizing a holiday toypanel discussions. Together, were University, my goal was simple: meetdrive for Toys for Tots and inviting thebuilding a stronger, more connected other students who shared my passionMedical Reserve Corps to speak to ourcommunityone that will leave a for emergency medicine. I was eagergroup about volunteer opportunitieslasting impact on emergency medicine to connect with peers across thein Philly and across PA. These programsin Pennsylvania.state who had similar interests, andallowed us to not only give back to theIt has been an honor to serve on the what I found was an inclusive spacecommunities we serve, but also formMedical Student Council for the past that valued education, mentorship,connections with local organizations.three years. With my time on the and collaboration. The SpeakerAs a fourth-year medical student, nowboard coming to an end in the next Series events I attended early onserving as Chair of the MSC, Ive hadfew months, I cannot wait to see how provided a sense of belonging, andthe privilege of leading an incrediblethe next group of students takes the the opportunity to learn from oneteam. One of my key priorities has beenMSC to a new level while keeping the another solidified my commitment tofostering a sense of unitynot onlycommunity spirit alive.PACEP HAS A STORE!Get the latest in PACEP gearJackets and Vests embroidered with the PACEP Logo. Personalization is also available.Visit doc-mom.com/collections/pacep-apparel12 PACEP News | Fall 2024"