Welcome to to the Basic Sciences Student Council (BSSC)! This committee serves to represent the currently enrolled students pursuing a Masters (MS), a Doctorate (PhD), or the combined Medical and Doctoral (MD/PhD) degrees at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Our goal is to embody a support system for research students and to encourage academic, social and spiritual growth. We follow the mission of Loma Linda University which integrates science with faith and sets Jesus Christ as our example.

We have many exciting activities planned for the 2025-2026 academic year and hope you are excited as well! We hope to see you there!

Upcoming BSSC Events 2025

Friday, November 7

9 a.m., Mortensen Hall 229
Morning Devotion/Prayer
Come spend a time of devotion and prayer for our research/schoolwork with fellow members of the graduate community.

Tuesday, November 11

12p.m., Alumni Amphitheater
Fall Quarter Town Hall
First official Basic Sciences Town Hall. Come and hear campus-wide and grad student related official updates and information from faculty/deans and join in on the open forum.

Wednesday, November 12

12p.m., AH 239
Beans & Beakers
A casual space to chat all things science and interesting papers/finds. Coffee & snacks provided. We encourage students from all departments to come and share the interesting findings from your field!

Monday, November 17

5p.m., Alumni Amphitheatre
Thanksgiving Potluck
Come join us for a Thanksgiving Potluck!! :) Feel free to bring & share your culinary masterpieces or favorite dishes, or just come hungry and ready to feast!