The Wayne State University School of Medicine Alumni Association celebrated and honored the contributions of four distinguished physicians during an awards banquet that capped the 2017 Medical Alumni Reunion weekend. The four were recognized May 20 at a reunion dinner at the MGM Grand in Detroit following a day of continuing medical education sessions at the School of Medicine. The annual event allowed members of graduating classes from across the country to meet and catch up with classmates, and to learn about the school’s progress from Dean Jack D. Sobel, M.D. Click here to read more. Click here to see reunion photos.

Regina Wang, a 2017 graduate of the Wayne State University School of Medicine’s M.D.-M.P.H. dual-degree program, was awarded the United States National Excellence in Public Health Service Award for her commitment to integrating public health with primary care practice. Nominations are evaluated based on the level of leadership demonstrated, the impact of the student’s work and the student’s commitment to a career in public health/preventive medicine. Read more.

The White Coat Ceremony is a pivotal moment marking the beginning of a student’s journey into medical education and a lifelong career in healing. Receiving this iconic professional symbol represents the donning of the tremendous responsibility and privilege of caring for each and every patient they encounter. For the first time, the WSU Medical Alumni Association is offering you the opportunity to be part of this respected tradition. Click here to sponsor a white coat.

From filmmakers to presidential science award winners, our alumni have great stories to tell, and the Wayne State University Alumni Association is proud to share them with faculty and staff in the latest edition of Wayne State Magazine. Our cover story looks back on the events that reshaped Detroit during the summer of 1967, offering unique perspectives from members of the Wayne State community. The spring 2017 edition also includes a feature on a faculty member who has become a sought-after expert on Billy Joel, a look at diversity efforts on campus and more. Click here to read more.

Since 1868, the Wayne State University School of Medicine has proudly educated many of the top physicians and medical researchers in the country. These individuals serve as an inspiration to the School of Medicine community through their professional accomplishments, leadership and service to humanity. To recognize and honor these remarkable individuals, a special Notable Alumni section has been added to our redesigned website. Click here to read about the more than 100 alumni now profiled, and check back often as we expand the list. We welcome recommendations, so if you or someone you know meets the criteria for inclusion, please submit a nomination form.

This month’s featured alumna is Sonia Hassan, M.D. ’94. Read more.

The Robert R. Frank SRFC Golf Scramble will take place June 24. To learn more about the event or if you would like to register or become a sponsor, please click here.

The Detroit Medical Orchestra has been extending the healing power of music to the greater Detroit community through its series of classical music concerts. The most recent concert, May 21, was presented during the Medical Alumni Reunion Weekend and was well attended. Your donations help support the DMO’s needs as musicians and allow the DMO to offer concerts free of charge to the community. Click here to donate to the Alumni Annual Fund today and make a difference!

The Wayne State University School of Medicine is looking for alumni to serve as members of short-term development teams for new student learning communities being formed for the 2017-2018 academic year. Alumni are needed to work with teams of students and faculty members to structure the learning communities. The time commitment is approximately two hours a week through July. If you are interested and would like more information, contact Laurie Richlin, Ph.D., at lrichlin@med.wayne.edu.

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