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Famed 681 Clerkship Alternatives UCONJ530 Indian Health Issues Course Medicine Wheel Society |
Medicine Wheel Society About Us: * The Medicine Wheel Society (MWS) is an organization dedicated to promoting American Indian/Alaska Native/Indigenous culture, education, and advancement in health care and diversity in medicine. * MWS brings together the people, traditions, customs, and the spirit which enable our AI/AN/Indigenous students to maintain their sense of community while in medical school. * MWS is open to ALL University of Washington students – American Indian/Alaska Native/Indigenous and Non-Native students. Our Goals: * Plan and participate in AI/AN community events * Inspire AI/AN/Indigenous and underrepresented minority youth to enter a career in medicine through mentorship * Support AI/AN pre-medical and dental students through pipeline programs * Promote survival skills and wellness in health professional school * Sharing tribal customs * Incorporation of Traditional Medicine into Western medical practice * Seek support from AI/AN UW associated health professionals for members * Plan and attend forums to discuss AI/AN/Indigenous health concerns and problems * Attend medical conferences
Mouse Woman About Our Logo: Mouse Woman is a respected character in Tsimshin legends. She can either appear as a mouse or the teeniest of Grandmothers. She is a figure who often aids people in peril, taking small compensation for the help she gives. – John Sixbey For More Information About MWS Please Contact: Kseniya S. Shin at deksenia@uw.edu and Kelly Shontell at keshon22@uw.edu for updates and news: |
