Clubs & Organizations (continued) - - Western University of Health Sciences

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Clubs & Organizations (continued)Students from ALL Western University programs are involved in the wide variety of clubs and organizations on campus. As a result, many of our students spend their free time giving back to the local community.

As a student, these are some of the clubs and organizations you may join!

A-D E-L M-P Q-Z All clubs (84KB pdf file) Collage of various student clubs and club activities

Medical Students for Choice (MSFC)
The purpose of the organization is to increase education, awareness and open discussion regarding the issues of reproductive health and to support those within the medical community who are working to ensure freedom of choice.

Middle Eastern Medical Students Association (MEMSA)
This organization works to unite students of Middle Eastern background and promote their cultures on campus.

Military Club (MILITARY)
The Military Club is open to all students regardless of military affiliation. Those students on military scholarships will have the opportunity to join student chapters of the Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (AMOPS) and the Uniformed Services Academy of Family Physicians (USAFP). The primary goals of the club are to: provide information concerning rotations, internships and residencies in military facilities; provide information concerning the practice of osteopathic medicine and family practice medicine within the armed forces; and to provide information concerning life and opportunities in the military in general.

Montclair Clinic
Students volunteer to provide health services at a "free" clinic in Montclair.

Musical Mondays
Promotes music on campus and provides the opportunity for future health care professionals to experience music.

National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA)
Introduces students to independent retail pharmacy. Promotes high quality pharmacy care and restoring, maintaining and promoting the health and well being of the public we serve.

National Osteopathic Women Association (NOWPA)
To provide fellowship and unity among female osteopathic medical students.

NEOCORTEX-Yeardisc (Yearbook on CD)
A yearbook is published annually for the university. Students write, draw, design, edit and take photos for the yearbook.

Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California-Medical Students Section (OPSC-MSS)
Provides an avenue for student input to the state medical association and allows early involvement in OPSC. Helps DO candidates to enhance their career opportunities through collegial relationships with practicing physicians via participation in CME seminars, clinical preceptorships, and guidance of physician mentors.

Outdoor Adventure Club
Encourages students to enjoy the outdoors. Provides stress relief via outdoor activities. Immediate goal: set-up Club Hub, find out about van rental and group rates at local snow areas as well as write student by-laws. Future: establish a solid club that will continue after graduation. Continue to provide outdoor events each semester and involve the community.

Physical Therapy Awareness Club (PTAC)
Provides opportunities for all students to partake in various PT related lectures, convocations and debate panels, including current issues and legislation and technique demonstrations. Activities include guest speakers, participation in APTA functions and hands-on treatment techniques.

Pomona Community Health Action Team (PCHAT)
The purpose of this club is to provide and serve the medical needs of the Pomona community.

Last Updated:08/05/2007

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