The Journey

Long Coat Ceremony

An unornamented, long white coat in any other setting would garner very little attention or interest, but as the universal symbol of the medical profession, it signifies trust, responsibility, and professionalism. And for 157 graduating medical students, it is a symbol of so much more. Dr. Lyssa Weatherly explains in depth.

School of Medicine Hosts Inspiring Pre-Med Day for Aspiring Physicians

On Friday, May 16, the University of Mississippi School of Medicine welcomed over 100 college students to campus for Pre-Med Day—an engaging event designed to support and guide college students interested in applying to medical school. Dr. Dan Coleman explains more about this event.

The IMPACT the RACE Speaker- Dr. Timothy D. Wilson: Educational Research Workshop and Seminar

Timothy D. Wilson, PhD, associate professor at the University of Western Ontario Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, visited with the faculty and staff of the UMMC Department of Advanced Biomedical Education and IMPACT the RACE on May 5-6. Dr. Dongmei Cui, pictured, gives details of his visit.

Rowland Medical Library Spotlights: VisualDx

VisualDx is a clinical decision support resource best known for clinical images, clinical photography, evidence summaries, differential diagnosis tools, and patient education. Dr. Sarah Adcock gives more information on this new resource.

Lighten the Cognitive Load

Even the most capable students may struggle at times in the demanding and fast-paced environment of medical school. Cognitive load theory (CLT) provides educators with a valuable framework for designing instruction that aligns with how the brain processes information. Leah Stanford explains in detail.

Chair-elect Continuing Professional Development for SGEA

Congratulations to Dr. Lecretia A. Buckley, recently chosen as the Chair-elect for the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) section of the Southern Group on Educational Affairs (SGEA) of the AAMC.

Upcoming SOM Faculty Development Sessions

The School of Medicine and the Department of Advanced Biomedical Education have collaborated again this year to develop the 2025 School of Medicine (SOM) Annual Faculty Development Series. This series provides one-hour sessions throughout the year on topics that aim to enhance teaching and learning and the academic environment.

December 2024