What’s on my mind…is the relativity of the School of Medicine’s mission to the unrest in our country. At the beginning of June, I sent a special letter to the University of Maryland School of Medicine community in collective grief…
Category: What’s the Buzz?
What's the Buzz? May 2020
This is the third distribution of this publication since our transition to telework and a limited on-campus presence. It is strange to experience some of our lives’ biggest moments in a virtual world. In March, our Class of 2020 celebrated…
What's the Buzz? April 2020
In March, Governor Hogan not surprisingly issued an Executive Order that requires all residents of Maryland to stay home, except for essential activities. This new directive adds a level of commitment and accountability for all during the COVID- 19 pandemic.…
What's the Buzz? March 2020
As we find ourselves in the season of spring, we are contrastingly confronted with the stark realities brought by COVID-19. This is an unprecedented season for us, but not unsurmountable. While the medical community has been ever aware of the…
What's the Buzz? February 2020
Each February, the Celebrating Diversity Reception and Dinner gives the School of Medicine the opportunity to reflect on the specific ways in which we have demonstrated our priorities of increasing and respecting diversity. Our special guests and honorees at this…
What's the Buzz? December 2019
This time of year provides an excellent opportunity for us to pause and reflect, practice self-awareness, and consider how our past activities may affect our future plans and goals. Our achievements do not come without challenge or courage, both of…
What's the Buzz? November 2019
It is hard to believe the holiday season is already upon us. Another year has flown by, and we have once again experienced exponential growth as a premier academic medical institution. I was extremely proud to highlight our many successes…
What's the Buzz? October 2019
"At the end of September, I hosted a very special celebration to which I invited all of the School of Medicine’s family, students, and friends. We recently completed the installation of brand-new displays in the lobby of the Bressler Research…
What's the Buzz? September 2019
I always look forward to greeting and getting to know our new students, faculty, and staff during this time of year. Autumn brings fresh goals, fresh perspectives, and fresh motivation, yet we remain committed to productive, ongoing efforts like the…
What's the Buzz? August 2019
"The academic community maintains several expectations of both current and future medical students. They should: Possess strong critical thinking and analytical skills; Employ those skills in team settings and collaborate very well; Understand how to use data and distinguish accurate…