In recognition of Black History Month, the Office of Diversity at the School of Medicine has special programming available in-person and virtual.
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
5:30 p.m. (in-person)
Alumni Panel Discussion: How to Pursue Excellence in Medical Education
Invited Panel Members:
Columbus Batiste, MD (Cardiology)
Jonathan Bryant, MD (Urology)
Leroy Pascal, MD (ER)
Allison Hensley, MD (Pediatrics)
Janiene Luke, MD (Dermatology)
Danielle Mason, MD (OB/GYN)
Location: Coleman Pavilion, Wong Kerlee International Conference Center - Shearer Heidar Room
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
5:30 p.m. (Virtual)
Creating Excellence While Balancing Your Medical Career
Guest Speaker: Denise Townsend, MD and Jazmine Cole, MD
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
5:00 p.m. (Virtual)
Navigating your Medical School Checklist with Excellence
Clerkships, Match, Residency and Career
Guest Speaker: John Francis, MD ('00)
Friday, February 23, 2024
5:30 p.m. (in-person)
Black History Month Dinner and Vespers
Guest Speaker: Lakeischa McMillan, MD
Location: Fellowship Hall, Loma Linda University Church
Wednesday February 28, 2024
12noon (in-person)
Luncheon: Celebrating Black Excellence with our Community, Churches and Schools
Guest Speaker: Juan Carlos (JC) Belliard, PhD, Assistant Vice President, Community Partnerships
Location: Coleman Pavilion, Brian and Maureen Lounge