Welcome! The Spring 2022 Pre-Health Involvement Fair will be on Friday, January 21st from 11:00AM–2:00 PM (PST). Below are the Zoom links and information on the organizations participating in the fair. Feel free to preview the organizations beforehand!
RSVP at https://bit.ly/PHIFairRSVP
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Inter-Health Council
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Description: As the pre-health umbrella organization, Inter-Health Council strives to foster communication between student organizations, faculty and staff, and the pre-health community. Through our events, we aim to support and advocate for the interests of the pre-health community. Please feel free to email us for more information.
Email: uscihc@gmail.com Website: www.uscihc.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uscihc/ Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/92880293261 |
Advocates for Healthy Aging
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Description: Advocates for Healthy Aging was created during the pandemic to create virtual life-enrichment programs for a retirement community. We aim to promote wellness in all facets of life through intergenerational relationships and lifelong enrichment opportunities. Students have the opportunity to participate in a technology hotline, plan or take part in virtual programming events, or even pursue their own projects with the retirement community. Advocates for Healthy Aging also plans on launching educational materials to the public to combat ageism and raise awareness on issues pertaining to older adults.
Email: ahausc@usc.edu Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/3755101730 |
African Americans in Health |
Description: The purpose of this organization is to support and guide African-American students and minority students pursuing careers in the healthcare field. AAIH offers an open space for minority pre-medical students who are eager to get advice on the pre-med experience and share information with others! The goal of this organization is to cultivate a network for students of underrepresented communities to connect with other minority students who are also interested in the medical field! This is a community for future Doctors, so there will be plenty of resources for pre-med students, including (but not limited to) volunteer, clinical, and research opportunities, “How to Prepare for the MCAT'' panels, Medical School Application workshops, pre-med table talks, amongst many more!
Email: aliyahdi@usc.edu Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/98807536557?pwd=cytVazM2UlVqVTBJelNhZ2JadmF3UT09 |
Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED)
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Description: Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED) is the premier pre-medical honor society at USC. We are made up of a diverse body of pre-med students with passion and ambition that are dedicated to collaboration + helping each other through the pre-med process. We strive to provide our members with the framework, community, and knowledge necessary to succeed in the field of medicine and beyond. Joining Alpha Epsilon Delta is a great way to learn about the pre-medical process and make friends who will be in contact long after you graduate.
Email: aedusc@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/8692151939 |
American Lung Association at USC
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Description: The American Lung Association at USC employs education, advocacy, and research to improve lung health, prevent lung disease, and save lives.
Interest Form: https://forms.gle/y46EPKBU19cKzZxt8 Email: alacc.usc@gmail.com Website: https://alausc.webflow.io Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ala_usc Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/91542855608 |
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American Red Cross at USC
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Description: The American Red Cross at USC is a humanitarian organization dedicated to alleviating human suffering through emergency assistance, disaster relief, and disaster preparedness education. From hosting blood drives to teaching local middle school students CPR, we work together with the Los Angeles chapter to provide support to our local and national communities. With students across all majors, ARC USC welcomes you to join and advance our humanitarian effort!
Email: redcross@usc.edu Website: www.arcusc.org Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/99049193729?pwd=ZStJb2VKeklzN0ZCcGtwTEJORzAvUT09 |
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Asian Pacific American Medical Students Association (APAMSA)
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Description: USC Pre-Med APAMSA is a chapter of the National Asian Pacific American Medical Students Association. Our organization is committed to fostering a thriving community of future healthcare professionals, addressing health inequities in APIDA (Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi American) communities, and creating a supportive network of pre-health students. We hold various events and workshops throughout the year, including volunteer opportunities, health fairs, and networking events. Students of all backgrounds are welcome to join!
Email: uscpremedapamsa@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/94591966499 |
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Associated Students of Biomedical Engineering (ASBME)
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Description: The Associated Students of Biomedical Engineering (ASBME) is the premier professional organization for students interested in biomedical engineering and related fields. We put on academic, social, corporate, mentorship, and community outreach events. Some of our key programming include research dinners and lab tours to help students network with principal investigators on campus, the Makeathon (an undergraduate, team-based medical device design competition), and our Project-In-A-Box initiative, which provides our members with an opportunity to teach STEM lessons to local elementary school students.
Email: asbme.usc@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95142721545 |
Biology Club
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Description: Founded in 2017 by faculty in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Southern California, Biology Club aims to foster a sense of community among students who are studying biology at USC. We have since grown as an undergraduate-led organization with an executive board that's passionate about bringing a variety of fun and helpful events to the student body. All are welcome to join! No dues, no mandatory meetings. Simply join the weekly email list - you're free to pick and choose events to attend as you please.
Email: bioclub@usc.edu Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/93104715795 |
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Blueprints for Pangaea
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Description: Blueprints For Pangaea is a student-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that reallocates excess, unused medical supplies from U.S. hospitals to areas of need both locally and overseas. Their mission is to minimize domestic inefficiency and mobilize accessible healthcare in emerging communities.
Email: blueprintsforpangaea-usc@b4pglobal.org Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/96609632486 |
Community Health Involvement Project (CHIP)
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Description: Our mission is to provide underserved communities with basic health screening services and information about prevalent yet preventable health problems. You will be trained in blood pressure and blood glucose screenings and travel to local health sites to administer these tests in the community.
Email: uscchip@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97498578222 |
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Delta Delta Sigma Pre-Dental Honors Society
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Description: Delta Delta Sigma (DDS) focuses on building a supportive community of pre-dents and providing an informative space for people who are curious to explore the field. We host weekly general meetings, socials, community service opportunities, retreats, and more. A sampler of our events include an oral facial surgeon guest speaker event, preparing and passing out dental hygiene kits to the Downtown Women's shelter, going to Knott's Berry Farm, etc. We also work directly with USC's dental school so it's a great way to make connections early!
Email: president.deltadeltasigma@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/98930281166?pwd=QVJqbDR6U0xXN1R0OVFPeGkxaHAxUT09 |
Everyday Responder Project
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Description: The Everyday Responder Project (ERP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by USC students focused on promoting access to bystander medical training and boosting bystander confidence in providing care in an emergency. Our team currently consists of licensed EMTs, medical doctors, medical students, and various creative talent (animators, graphic designers, etc.) who work collaboratively to curate and disseminate essential emergency medical content to the Los Angeles community. We are currently looking to welcome new volunteers to the ERP team for the Spring 2022 semester. All experience levels are welcome!
Email: everydayresponderproject@gmail.com Website: www.everydayresponderproject.org Application: www.bit.ly/ERPapply Zoom ID: https://usc.zoom.us/j/94724860642 |
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Global Dental Brigades
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Description: Global Dental Brigades is an international movement of students and healthcare professionals working alongside local communities and staff to implement sustainable health systems. We work in remote, rural, and under resourced communities (ex. Panama and Nicaragua), which would otherwise have limited to no access to health care. We are now planning to go to Panama for a week over spring break. Participants can help run dental clinic and participate in tasks such as instrument sterilization, shadowing licensed dentists, delivering post-op care instructions, and conducting children’s education workshops.
Email: trojangdb@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/4035382057 |
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GlobeMed
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Description: GlobeMed is a national, 100% student-run nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering students in the movement for global health equity. Each of our 55 chapters partners with a unique grassroots NGO working in the developing world on projects to improve the health and lives of the communities they are based in. GlobeMed at USC is a health-based social justice chapter. We are currently working with Spark Microgrants in Uganda, an incredible organization that promotes a community-driven, expert supported model for development, where local communities are the primary drivers of social change, but have the support and advice of global development experts. In doing so, Spark changes the way change happens by empowering the people of the community!
Email: usc@globemed.org Zoom: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97106650463 |
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Health Sciences Education Program
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Description: The Health Sciences Education Program (HSEP) is a teaching and outreach organization that seeks to educate K-12 students in the LA community on relevant health topics. Through discussing the biological basis for health and providing evidence-based preventive measures, HSEP encourages individuals to make educated choices. HSEP is committed to innovation in teaching, cultivation of scientific curiosity, and development of personal initiative in health and beyond.
Email: hsep@usc.edu Website: www.uschsep.com Instagram: @uschsep Zoom: https://usc.zoom.us/j/96088257436 |
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Latino Students in Medicine
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Description: Latino Students in Medicine at USC is a cultural and professional organization that services undergraduate Latinx pre-health students throughout their professional journeys through mentorship, education, and professional development.The intention is to help guide undergraduates to become successful graduate and medical school applicants, mitigating the underrepresentation of Latinx professionals in healthcare.
Email: lsmusc@usc.edu Website: https://linktr.ee/lsmusc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lsmusc/?hl=en Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/91215373458?pwd=clRMRzl5SGY4NWhlUDdjMk9QV2lMQT09 |
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Medical, Educational Missions & Outreach at USC
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Description: M.E.M.O. at USC is the 4th chapter of the nonprofit organization, Medical, Educational Missions & Outreach. Our mission is to help the underprivileged communities locally, in Orange County, San Diego, and Los Angeles, and abroad, in Vietnam. From our medical mission trip to our professional panels and skills workshops to our big/little program, USC MEMO offers unique pre-health resources for all of its MEMObers.
Email: uscmemo@gmail.com Instagram: @usc_memo Facebook: @M.E.M.O. at USC Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95975528185 |
MEDLIFE at USC
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Description: MEDLIFE is a global organization focused on fostering a worldwide movement to help alleviate healthcare disparities endured by low-income families in developing nations all over the world. MEDLIFE has been able to do this by maintaining an emphasis on medicine, education, and development. Here at USC, the MEDLIFE chapter not only works with providing students with an opportunity to go abroad and help others, but also the opportunity to remind us of the assistance still needed back home in our Los Angeles community.
Email: uscmedlife@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97214750668 |
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Mobile Clinic at USC
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Description: In a typical year, our team works with doctors from the Keck School of Medicine and the JWRCH Institute along with medical, OT, PA and pharmacy students to run free clinics at homeless shelters. We also visit these shelters twice a month to bond with the residents through fun seasonal activities and help escort patients from the shelter to their follow up medical appointments. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be focusing on health-based education and telehealth clinics.
Email: usc.mobileclinic.la@gmail.com Website: https://www.mobileclinicusc.org/ Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/96833676853 |
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Music Inspiring Community
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Description: Do you need a fun and creative volunteer opportunity? Our club is dedicated to providing free music education to local elementary students! No musical skill needed! Each week we teach different music theory concepts from dynamics to note values to LAUSD students!
Email: musicinspiringcommunity@gmail.com Zoom: https://usc.zoom.us/j/98473186801 |
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
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Description: Here at USC's chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, we work to reduce the stigma around mental illness for students and faculty, creating a healthier and more accepting space on campus. At our meetings, we discuss various topics related to mental health—including self-care practices, general mental health information, and institutionalized barriers to mental healthcare—through informational presentations and speaker panels with mental health experts. Through these events, we raise awareness and have discussions about mental health stigma and ways in which USC as an institution can better serve its constituents. In addition, NAMI has and will continue to meet with the Engemann Student Health Center and their mental health administration to further discuss ways to provide accessible and competent mental health services to the campus, a resource left undeveloped for too long.
Email: uscnamipresident@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/99674775856 Zoom ID: 996 7477 5856 |
Pre-Optometry Society at USC
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Description: The Pre-Optometry Society at USC (PROP) is dedicated to introducing USC undergraduates to the field of eye care (optometry, ophthalmology, etc.), as well as providing opportunities and support for students to achieve academic and professional success as aspiring eye care professionals.
Email: uscprop@usc.edu Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/93209482692 |
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Pre-Physical Therapy Club
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Description: The Pre-Physical Therapy Club is dedicated to helping undergraduates explore their interests in the Physical Therapy profession and more generally in the Health Promotion sphere. We hold events catered to interactive understanding of physical health, via meetings with distinguished Physical Therapists, health professionals, researchers, and relevant upcoming technologies in healthcare. We advise upon ways our members can become competitive candidates if applying to DPT programs by interacting with Admission Board members and providing volunteer opportunities. We value connection and mutual growth among members and strive for depth and breadth of learning.
Email: uscpreptclub@gmail.com Zoom: https://usc.zoom.us/j/91580158301 |
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QUEERS IN ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY (QuEST)
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Description: QuEST is a student-run organization at USC dedicated to providing a community for queer people studying STEM. We host social community-building events as well as professional development events to help our members grow. We are an affiliate of oSTEM Global.
Email: quest@usc.edu Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/queetings |
Science Outreach
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Description: We visit 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-grade classrooms to get kids excited about science before their science curriculum officially begins in 4th grade. By showing kids that science can be fun, we hope to inspire lifelong learners and science enthusiasts just like ourselves. Science Outreach serves over 500 students at 32nd St. School, Lenicia B. Weemes Elementary, John W. Mack Elementary, Vermont Elementary School, Alexander Science Center School, and The Accelerated Charter Elementary School. In addition to our in-class sessions, we also organize Outreach sessions at Wilshire Park Elementary School and our annual Science Fair at USC. Contact us at scoutusc@gmail.com for more information!
Email: scoutusc@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/92144288542 |
Southern California Healthcare Outreach
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Description: At SCHO, we believe health insurance information should be understandable and readily accessible to all. By providing free-of-cost educational materials and informational sessions to underinsured populations, we aim to demystify the enrollment process, help individuals and families navigate the healthcare system, and expand coverage in Los Angeles and beyond.
Email: schealthcareoutreach@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/2757975818 |
Student Gerontology Association
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Description: The USC Student Gerontology Association, or SGA, is the primary organization focused on promoting gerontology at USC. Through engaging in educational, philanthropic and social activities, SGA strives to achieve its mission in a way that enhances the experience of students as they work through their respective programs. SGA is a unique opportunity for students to promote issues in aging not only within the Leonard Davis School, but throughout the USC campus and surrounding Los Angeles community.
Email: uscsga@usc.edu Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/94169900133 |
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Synapse
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Description: Founded in 2016, Synapse is one of three neuroscience clubs at USC and prides itself on supporting the professional and social development of its members. We aim to provide USC’s community of neuroscience enthusiasts with resources and support regarding classes, research, and industry experience. Our meeting topics have previously included journal clubs around neuroscience research, speaker series, and social events. While membership in the club is a lower commitment compared to other RSOs, we hope to be a welcoming and helpful community for finding support in academic endeavors and fellowship with peers.
Email: uscsynapse@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95521601205 Zoom ID: 955 2160 1205 |
The Healing Process
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Description: The Healing Process is an entirely student-run publication at USC that explores health and well-being through art and literature. We publish a range of pieces, including literature (fiction and non-fiction), poetry, photography, multimedia, and art, from students of all disciplines. Please submit your work at uschealingprocess.com, and feel free to contact us with any questions at the email below.
Email: schealingprocess@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97637648359?pwd=cEgzK3lpeXhGckFHdE5RM1dYK3VHdz09 |
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Trojans for HOSA
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Description: Trojans4HOSA's goals are to help pre-health students network and develop leadership skills. The activities of the organization are largely centered around the statewide conference in April, during which students may compete in a variety of healthcare related events, such as written tests or skills-based tests. Additionally, students can get recognized for service through the Barbara James award, meet HOSA students from all across California, and participate in fun workshops!
Email: hosausc@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95092997957 |
USC AMWA Premedical Branch
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Description: The American Medical Women's Association at the University of Southern California is a premedical chapter of the national organization. Established in the Spring of 2020, we are committed to providing support and resources to our members to aid in their path to the healthcare field, such as mentorship and shadowing opportunities and physician guest speaker events.
Email: amwauscpremed@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/91227209751 |
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USC Colleges Against Cancer
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Description: USC Colleges Against Cancer partners with the American Cancer Society to bring the fight against cancer to USC! This includes weekly general meetings and a variety of fundraising and advocacy events. Each spring we put on our signature event- Relay for Life! Join us in the fight against cancer!
Email: collegesagainstcancerusc@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97847130560 |
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USC Global Medical Brigades
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Description: We are an international movement of students and medical professionals working alongside local communities and staff to implement sustainable health systems. We work in remote, rural, and under resourced communities in Honduras, Panama, Nicaragua and Ghana who would otherwise have limited to no access to health care. Each community receives a brigade every 3 to 4 months where hundreds of patients are provided access to healthcare and volunteers deliver public health workshops.
Email: trojangmb@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/96318315688?pwd=MXR6d1lYZi8xQ0d5bEFRNjZVcUJ1UT09 |
USC Interaxon
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Description: Interaxon is a student-run outreach program that teaches neuroscience to K-12 students in schools in the USC/greater LA area. We aim to promote STEM and higher education to these students as well as educate them about scholarship and other educational opportunities so that they can achieve their goals for college.
Email: usc.interaxon@gmail.com Zoom ID: https://usc.zoom.us/j/98101739781?pwd=Q1pFNkpKc0RFcVRKR0g4ejJ5aS9tUT09 |
Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program (KDSAP)
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Description: USC Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program (KDSAP) provides educational resources and free kidney screenings for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) to the Los Angeles Community. Chronic kidney disease is a condition that develops over time as the kidneys are gradually damaged and can no longer work at optimal levels. Due to its gradual, chronic nature, CKD is known as a silent killer; 90% of those with CKD are unaware that they have it until it is too late. This, combined with the fact that approximately 15% of the US adult population has CKD and that it causes more deaths than both breast and prostate cancer combined, is extremely alarming, and it is imperative that we do our part in helping combat this disease. If you are interested in clinical and/or educational volunteering to spread the word about CKD, join KDSAP!
Email: usckdsap@usc.edu Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/99459237029 |
USC Madhatter Knits
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Description: Madhatter Knits is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting preemies and their families. We primarily accomplish this through knitting small beanies which help stabilize the body temperature of the preemies, thereby completing one of the requirements for the preemie to leave the NICU and rejoin their family. We donate 4 times a year: Valentine's Day, July 4th, Halloween, and Holidays. You do not need any experience to begin! We will provide circle loom and crocheting lessons.
Email: uscmadhatterknits@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/my/madhatterknitsusc |
USC Nursing and Physician Assistant Organization (NPA)
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Description: The USC NPA Organization hosts meetings every other week that provide information to pre-PA, pre-Nursing, and pre-NP students regarding their pathways and requirements for graduate programs to get them prepared for their exciting journey in healthcare. We also host guest speaker events with working healthcare professionals, giving our members great opportunities to ask all of their questions, learn first-hand about their future in the medical field, and network. Along with informational meetings, our Executive Board members are always available to answer any questions and provide advice to all of our members regarding classes, volunteer opportunities, healthcare experience, and more! The USC NPA Organization provides information to pre-PA, pre-Nursing, and pre-NP students to prepare and guide them for their future careers in healthcare!
Email: usc.npa@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/96422041627 |
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USC Pre-Pharmacy Society
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Description: The mission of the USC Pre-Pharmacy Society is to encourage student interest in a career in pharmacy and generate awareness of pharmacy-related opportunities in and out of the classroom. We are also dedicated to providing students with opportunities to contribute to the LA community via service projects.
Email: uscprepharm@gmail.com Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95683729877 |
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Vision for Vision
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Description: We are a non-profit, student-run, community service organization est. 2006. We are focused on health promotion of preventable eye diseases and provide eye health resources to underserved populations in the LA community. Partnered with USC Roski Eye Institute, we offer unique, hands-on clinical and shadowing opportunities for USC students.
Email: visionforvision@gmail.com Website: http://visionforvision.org/ Zoom ID: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97847918591 |
Womxn RISE Pre-Health Organization
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Description: WRISE's goal is to build a community among pre-health students who are interested in pursuing a healthcare career. We help identify their interests by offering skill-building and professional workshops, socials, panels and volunteering opportunities. Everyone is welcome and this club is open to all pre-health emphasis's.
Email: uscwrise@gmail.com Zoom ID: https://usc.zoom.us/j/99744361952 |
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WorldMed@UPC
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Description: WorldMed@UPC aims to spread awareness about global health issues on and around campus, which we facilitate through our motto, “Think globally, act locally”. We are a student-run, service-based organization and lead philanthropy events to better USC’s campus and surrounding area. This semester, we have numerous service opportunities lined up! The events will be both in-person and online, depending on in-person stipulations by the university.
Email: mlbae@usc.edu Zoom ID: https://usc.zoom.us/j/94615929947 |
