ΣΣΦ: Epsilon Chapter Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine President: Paul Lewis What is ΣΣΦ? Honorary Osteopathic Service Fraternity National Objectives: – To further the science of Osteopathic Medicine and its standards of practice – To improve the scholastic standing and promote a higher degree of fellowship among its students – To foster allegiance to the AOA Epsilon Corollary: – To demonstrate a sincere commitment to service within CCOM and the surrounding community. Membership 89 active members (Up from 74) – 28 OMS-IV – 24 OMS-III One added this fall, new total = 25 – 31 OMS-II Five added this fall, new total = 36 Faculty Advisors – Dr. John Hohner, D.O. – Dr. John Graneto, D.O. Fall Membership Drive Written Applications Reviewed “Blinded” – Three independent reviewers Invited to Interview – Interviewed by 2-3 current SSP members who are not classmates Criteria for admission? – Scholastics (min GPA) – Level of Community Service Involvement – Interest in/Knowledge of SSP Fundraisers Engraved Stethoscope Name Tag sale Rotation “Speed Dating”? Finances Current Student Accounts Balance: $1,119.11 PADS Clinic PADS Clinic Steering Committee – Scheduling: Karen Eisele Kristine Henneberry Lauren Madonna – Supplies/Stocking Ben Marshall Maria Romano PADS Clinic Service Projects Chicago AIDS Walk Chicago Marathon First Year Mentoring “Polar Express” Outing – Sunday, Nov. 22, 11:30-4:45 – Collaboration w/ Downers Grove Park District IOMS Panel Collaboration Rotation “Speed Dating” AIDS WALK Chicago 2009 Chicago Marathon Questions? SSP.CCOM@gmail.com