[Cusom27] FW: National SOMA Events and Important Deadlines

[Huston, Faith M]

The below email is sent on behalf of SOMA.

Faith Huston, M.A.
Assistant Director of Student Affairs
School of Osteopathic Medicine | Campbell University
Post Office Box 4280 | Buies Creek, North Carolina 27506
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From: Kowalkowski, Tori <tmkowalkowsk0703 at email.campbell.edu>

 Hello SOMA Members,
Below is a quick roundup of important National SOMA deadlines and opportunities—be sure to check them out and apply if you're interested!

Important Deadlines
November 21st: SOMA Foundation Governing Board Applications DUE
SOMA Foundation is opening the application for the governing board leadership positions. The applications will be open from November 3rd through November 21st!
If you are interested in philanthropy and working with osteopathic students to provide scholarships, grants, and awards then please consider applying to our leadership team! We have 3 positions open for the next year with the links for them below. If you have any questions about the positions or leadership team with the SOMA Foundation, please do not hesitate to contact Monzer Alatrach at chairperson at studentdo.com<mailto:chairperson at studentdo.com>. I'd be happy to talk to you more in depth about each position and answer any questions you may have. Good luck!
Link for SOMAF President Application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtIFkSqP_elgpr1Eubq_ovM_JXPx8Ml3ZN6PIDX46n4yOalQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Link for SOMAF Governing Board Application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclvgdFRjiHgfNVuAnYifYx4_x-EX2ZULNxXk8SHM3MDN4SKQ/viewform?usp=dialog

November 22nd: Women’s Health Subcommittee Applications DUE
CALLING ALL SOMA MEMBERS!! We are now accepting applications for the Women's Health Subcommittee- a new addition to our DEHI Committee! Applications will be due by November 22nd at 11:59pm CST. If you have any questions about the committee's roles and responsibilities and / or time commitment, please reach out to our DEHI Director Shamirah Johnson (diversityequityhealth at studentdo.org<mailto:diversityequityhealth at studentdo.org>) or our NBD Chair, Raelynn Dorscheid (nbdchair at studentdo.org<mailto:nbdchair at studentdo.org>).
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November 23rd: AOA Leadership Academy Applications DUE
Join leaders from across the osteopathic profession by taking part in the 2026 cohort of the Leadership Academy. This 10-month program provides opportunities for skill development and enhancement for future leadership roles within the AOA, the osteopathic profession and beyond. The highly competitive application process is free; however, participation in the 2026 cohort requires a registration fee of $100 for selected applicants. Participants are asked to cover their own travel expenses for the two in-person meetings in January and October. Limited scholarships are available on a first-come, first-serve basis for students.
The Academy will include both virtual and in-person components:

  *   Jan. 30-31, 2026: Academy commences with an in-person session at the AOA offices in Chicago.
  *   February, March, April, June, August, September 2026: Virtual sessions ranging from 2-4 hours each.
  *   Oct. 23, 2026: In-person session culminating with graduation at OMED26 in Las Vegas, NV.
The Leadership Academy is ideal for early career leaders within the osteopathic profession who are looking to enhance their leadership skills. If you are interested in applying for the program, please complete the application by Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025. Applicants will be notified of their status by Monday, Dec. 22, 2025.
 Application: https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresources.osteopathic.org%2Fe%2F979203%2Fership-aoa-leadership-academy-%2Fmdf3w%2F982934099%2Fh%2Ff_sen2BpHN_jH-GCscK5nZxJjYtPI4ezTZtHxKOCB5o&data=05%7C02%7Cbudensie%40student.uiwtx.edu%7Ce<https://resources.osteopathic.org/e/979203/ership-aoa-leadership-academy-/mdf3w/982934099/h/f_sen2BpHN_jH-GCscK5nZxJjYtPI4ezTZtHxKOCB5o>

Reminders/Ongoing Information
SOMA Research Speaker Series Installments
November 7th: The SOMA Research Committee invites you to our next Research Seminar Series event, featuring Jeffery Briggs, OMS-III, on November 7, 2025, at 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT.
In his talk, “From Bench to Bedside: Shaping Research Around Your Medical Vision,” Jeffery will share his unique journey from scientist to osteopathic medical student and how he developed research projects aligned with his professional goals. He’ll discuss strategies for identifying research questions that reflect your interests, advice for students balancing research with medical training, and insights from his leadership and involvement in SOMA.
Whether you’re just starting your first project or refining your long-term research vision, this seminar will offer valuable perspectives on integrating science, medicine, and personal purpose.

 November 18th:  Research Seminar Series
Join the SOMA Research Committee for an inspiring Research Seminar Series session featuring Scott S. Cyrus, DO, FACOP, a board-certified pediatrician, professor, and national osteopathic leader. Dr. Cyrus has practiced pediatrics in Tulsa since 1998 and currently serves as Professor and Department Chair of Clinical Medicine at the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, as well as President of the American Osteopathic Foundation. With decades of experience spanning medical education, pediatric research, and organizational leadership, Dr. Cyrus will share his insights on advancing osteopathic medicine through research, mentorship, and community impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a distinguished physician whose career exemplifies the values of service, scholarship, and osteopathic excellence.
Meeting ID: 859 6883 2514
Passcode: RES3ARCH3

Journal Club Links
Topic: November Journal Club
Time: Nov 13, 2025 07:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87003684042
Meeting ID: 870 0368 4042
Passcode: Journ4ls
Topic: December Journal Club
Time: Dec 19, 2025 07:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87360768904
Meeting ID: 873 6076 8904
Passcode: JournaLs!

Vaccine Survey
The SOMA Research Committee is launching a nationwide project to understand how osteopathic medical students are being trained to address vaccine hesitancy, a major public health challenge.
Are DO students ready to tackle it? We want to hear from YOU!
Your input will help shape the future of osteopathic education and improve how future physicians approach conversations about vaccines with patients and communities.
What’s coming: A short 5-minute anonymous survey—and a chance to win 1 of 40 Amazon gift cards ($20 each)!
Stay tuned: The survey link will be released soon!
Join us in strengthening osteopathic education and empowering future DOs to lead in public health advocacy.

Please reach out if you have any questions or want to learn more about these upcoming events!
Thank you,
Tori Kowalkowski
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Tori Kowalkowski OMS-II
CUCCC Mobile Clinic Manager - Duplin
President | Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA)
School of Osteopathic Medicine | Campbell University
tmkowalkowsk0703 at email.campbell.edu<mailto:tmkowalkowsk0703 at email.campbell.edu> | 906-396-7091 |

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