COMMUNIQUé - College of Medicine - University of Saskatchewan

SMSS
Student Corner
Thus far, the 2010-2011 academic
year has been very eventful for
College of Medicine students at
the University of Saskatchewan.
In addition to exam writing and
enhancing our clinical skills,
students have been dedicating
their time and energy to a variety
of fundraisers and extracurricular
committees. The following
highlights past and upcoming
events for the 2010-2011 academic
year, enjoy!
MilES for SMIlES
On September 26th, 2010 the annual Miles
for Smiles charity run took place along the
Meewasin Valley trail in Saskatoon. For the
past several years this run has raised funds
for the Saskatchewan Children’s Hospital
Foundation. This foundation is dedicated to
improving pediatric care in Saskatchewan,
and the SMSS has always been a proud
supporter. Along with the usual 5 km walk/
run this year a Half Marathon was added to
the event. Both distances turned out to be
very popular and overall the event was a
massive success. Over 220 participants took
part, which is over double what this event
usually attracts. We had everyone from
students, faculty and physicians, as well as
a huge turn out from the general public! At
this moment the donation numbers are
still being crunched. However, preliminary
calculations show that we will be
presenting a donation somewhere around
$13,000! What a great accomplishment!
A huge “thank you” goes out to Lindsay
Hubenig, who was the amazing event
organizer. She put in countless hours of
work and truly went above and beyond. A
huge thank you also goes out to all of the
volunteers, runners and local businesses
that supported the event in numerous ways
and made it the success that it was! We are
already looking forward to next year!
Ashley Oleniuk
Class of 2012
VP External Junior—SMSS
CANADIAN FEDERAtION of MEDICAl
StUDENts Annual GENERAl MEEtING
Saskatoon Hosts the CFMS AGM! On
September 17-19, students from across
Canada representing 14 medical schools
gathered in Saskatoon for the Canadian
Federation of Medical Students (CFMS)
Annual General Meeting (AGM). The
busy weekend was filled with productive
business meetings, collaboration, and both
cultural and social events that showcased
our great city. Congratulations and a huge
thank you to Ankur Sharma and his team for
organizing this great event! These meetings
are where the priorities of medical students
across Canada are brought forth and put
into action by the CFMS Executive and
members. Interested in what the CFMS is
all about and want to know how to get
involved? Check out their web site at
www.cfms.org for more information.
Afton Sielski
Class of 2012
VP External Senior—SMSS
WHIte COAt Ceremony and
HOMECOMING BBQ
On a beautiful fall day, the class of 2014
lined up in front of Convocation Hall on the
University of Saskatchewan campus. The
boys were trying not to dirty their newest
suits, while the ladies were practicing
walking in their new shoes. The class as a
whole was not sure what to expect from
their upcoming induction ceremony.
The ceremony turned out to be a special
event that highlighted the responsibilities
and privileges of entering the College of
Medicine. With the gifting of their white
coats, the class of 2014 had officially begun
their careers in medicine. Proud families,
friends and classmates lined up outside
for photos that will be treasured for years
to come. September 24, 2010 was a
day the class of 2014 will hold in their
hearts throughout their long journey to
becoming doctors.
The College of Medicine and the School of
Physical Therapy have been looking for an
occasion to celebrate the incoming classes,
while at the same time giving the Alumni
a place to reunite. The Homecoming BBQ
fit this bill perfectly. The BBQ was a great
success, serving up southern style beef on
a bun, blue grass music, and wonderful
student entertainment. The festivities were
held under a big white tent located in the
bowl, just in front of Convocation Hall. The
event fit perfectly into the homecoming
weekend, seated along with the White Coat
Ceremony, Fall Formal and Miles for Smiles.
With over 400 attendees, the Homecoming
BBQ is a wonderful event that will be
enjoyed by all for years to come.
Daniel D. Haffey
Class of 2014
Med I Class Representative—SMSS
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