Our Mission
To enrich the quality of medical education and enhance the student experience through proactive advocacy, inclusive collaboration, transparent communication, effective policy implementation, and inspirational leadership.
Our Vision
To foster a diverse and inclusive learning community where students can thrive as future physicians and leaders
Academics
To create a curriculum that trains well-rounded physicians, future leaders, and healthcare advocates
To advocate for the ideas, desires, and positions of the student body
To represent the student experience in medical education at curricular committees
Student Life
To establish a welcoming community through inclusive social events and student support
To maintain medical student spaces and provide college merchandise
To establish a budget and financially support our student organizations
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
To enhance and encourage an inclusive environment through promotion of diversity within our student body, organizations, and experiences.
To create a medical education curriculum centered around cultural and structural competencies
To create a supportive, equitable environment for all students
Our Committees
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Guides the Student Council to fulfill its mission of enriching medical education and student life.
The Executive Committee oversees all council activities, represents student interests in administrative and academic matters, manages the budget, and fosters a supportive community. They advocate for student needs, organize key events like MedProm, and promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring the council’s goals are achieved through collaboration and leadership.
Outreach & Events
Organizes events and outreach programs to foster community and engagement among students.
Plans local trips, social events, and the annual MedProm for all medical students. Some examples of such events include canoeing or skiing in and around central Ohio.
This committee also maintains Student Council social media pages and facilitates outreach and communication within the College of Medicine, University, and greater-Columbus community.
Academic Affairs
Focuses on addressing all academic-related issues and concerns within the medical school.
We serve as representatives on various academic committees, where they actively engage in sub-committees aimed at improving the medical curriculum. Additionally, they are responsible for spearheading the organization of medical student grand rounds on a regular basis, fostering a sense of community and belonging within the student body.
Student Affairs
Enhances student life outside of the academic realm, focusing on the overall well-being and engagement of the student body.
This committee also works to curate precious memories and craft a timeless keepsake for our students. This endeavor is made possible through the financial support from advertisements from local businesses and funded memory pages from graduate’s families, ensuring that the yearbook is offered to our graduates at no cost during the Hooding Ceremony.
Maintains and improves Student Council-run facilities within the COM including the medical student canteen, fitness room, student lounge, wellness space, and study spaces. Attend meetings with Health Sciences Library staff and provide student feedback.
Diversity & Inclusion
Promotes diversity and inclusivity within the student body, organizations, and educational experiences.
Collaborates with other OSUCOM Student Organizations, the Dean of Student Life, the Chief Diversity Officer of OSUWMC, and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to center the needs of Black, Indigenous, Hispanic/Latinx, and LGBTQ+ students. Host events and advocate on College-wide committees related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Finance and Merchandise
Oversees the financial management of the student council and its affiliated clubs and organizations.
This committee designs and distributes College of Medicine apparel and merchandise for students, staff, and alumni, while also coordinating and managing funding streams for student groups, ensuring financial support for a wide range of activities and initiatives.
Executive Committee
Chelsea Kiely
President
Abraham Alhamdani
Vice President
Delaney Villarreal
Secretary
Hardy Sandefur
Director of Finance
Garett Petty
Director of Outreach & Events
Maximos McCune
Director of Academics
Verina Baskhron
Director of Student Life
Maya Dunson
Director of Diversity & Inclusion
Class Representatives
class of 2027
Aneesh Zutshi (President)
Ridha Anjum (Vice President)
Chioma “Chi Chi” Aneke
Christopher Haritos
Erica Mellinger
Ethan Mills
Gabe Lee
Melissa Hamrick
class of 2028
Walker Foley (President)
Elijah Barnard (Vice President)
Emma Lucke
Jamal Pracha
Jessica Solomon
Mason Darner
Patrick Timmins
Zeid Habbab
class of 2029
Nader Maarouf (President)
Sydney Anderson (Vice President)
Daniel Lee
Daniel Strayer
JaVahn Iverson
Mackenzie Phan
Monica Pannett
Naeemah Story
class of 2030
Coming Soon!
md/phd
Danielle Tyson
Kun Xing
Casey Leimbach
Coming Soon!
PCT
Clara Wang
CMT
Patrick Brewer
Grace Myers
LOA
Coming Soon!
Contact Info
We would love to hear your feedback so we can continue to advocate for what matters most to you! To contact the OSUCOM Student Council, please email StuCo@osumc.edu