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Resident Council
The Resident Council is a select group of resident volunteers (R2s and R3s) who compose five core committees: Recruitment, Community Service, Wellness, and Student Outreach. These residents coordinate multiple events and endeavors related to their individual committee. They also participate in regular meetings with program leadership regarding program ideas.
Recruitment Committee
This committee has a central role in arranging recruitment luncheons and dinners. They also assist with applicant tours, coordinating events with outside institutions, as well as managing social media accounts.
Community Service Committee
The committee organizes departmental and local service projects across the year and coordinates fundraising events related to the hospital.
Wellness Committee
This committee organizes dinners and several social events across the year. Such events include resident Book Club, Bourbon Club, Pet Therapy, regular holiday get-togethers, and inter-departmental parties. They send regular newsletters to the residency including planned departmental events and also local events around the city.
Student Outreach Committee
This committee organizes a monthly newsletter to medical students and assists with coordinating events with the Pediatric Interest Group. They also assist with managing social media profiles.