Articles by: Susan Green

Building Wisdom and Flourishing: Geisel Pilots Innovative New "On Doctoring" Curriculum

Building Wisdom and Flourishing: Geisel Pilots Innovative New “On Doctoring” Curriculum

Recognizing that professionalism and wise decision-making are as vital as medical knowledge, Geisel School of Medicine is integrating character education into its preclinical curriculum. Led by Roshini Pinto-Powell, MD, a new pilot program, Building Wisdom and Flourishing, fosters self-reflection and holistic development to help students thrive in their careers and lives.

Geisel School of Medicine Honors the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Geisel School of Medicine Honors the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Geisel School of Medicine’s Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy during its third annual, “I AM THE DREAM: Past, Present and Future” service awards luncheon on January 17. This year’s “Food is Medicine” theme, centered on King’s civil rights fight to end hunger and food insecurity—he believed food equity is a critical component of social justice. 

Nicole Borges Reappointed as Chair of Medical Education

Nicole Borges Reappointed as Chair of Medical Education

Nicole Borges, PhD, chair of medical education and the Edward Tulloh Krumm Professor of Medical Education at Geisel School of Medicine, has been reappointed by Dean Duane Compton, PhD, to a second five-year term as chair of the Department of Medical Education.

Geisel’s Former Office of Student Affairs Gets a New Life

Geisel’s Former Office of Student Affairs Gets a New Life

Aligned with Geisel School of Medicine’s One Geisel vision, the newly revised Office of Student Life (formerly the Office of Student Affairs that supported medical students) offers expanded, integrated support for all MD, MPH, and MS students enrolled in the medical school’s programs to foster an inclusive, collaborative peer-learning community.