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On Monday, February 10th, IDEAS at DOM and the IDEAS Housestaff Council hosted a breakfast as part of Internal Medicine Resident Funuary, a month-long celebration organized by the IM Chief Residents to boost resident morale and wellness. Internal Medicine residents had the opportunity to visit and network with several Internal Medicine faculty members involved in […]

Medicine Grand Rounds was sponsored by OUTmed on February 13, 2025.  Dr. Michael Mazzeo, Dean and Knight Family Professor of the WashU Olin Business School presented “Excellence, Opportunity and Belonging: Why Inclusion Still Matters in Business and Health”.

On January 31, 2025, the  Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI) & Office of Diversity Programs along with IDEAS at DOM held the 8th Annual Residents Virtual Showcase. The event welcomed 150 prospective residency applicants from across WashU Medicine and featured a blend of interactive sessions, guest speakers, and networking opportunities with current residents. We extend our heartfelt […]

The Mentorship to Enhance Diversity in Academia (MEDA) Program and the WashU Black Postdoctoral Association hosted Dr. Kia Caldwell, Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs and Diversity and Professor of African American Studies, to launch their Spring 2025 Career Seminar Series on January 30, 2025.  Dr. Caldwell presented an insightful talk and provided valuable advice on […]

Ethnic Equality Month, starting on February 1st, is a lively celebration that showcases our diverse world. It highlights the beauty of various cultures and backgrounds, encouraging us to recognize our similarities while cherishing the unique qualities that define each culture. History of Ethnic Equality Month Ethnic Equality Month was established in response to movements that […]

Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is the most important traditional festival in China. It marks the beginning of the new year on the traditional lunar calendar and usually falls between January 21 and February 20. The history of Chinese New Year dates back over 4,000 years, rooted […]

On November 11th, OUTmed hosted an OUTmentor Workshop with round table discussions on Leadership Skills, including Managing Teams, Negotiations, and Conflict Resolution.  OUTmed would like to thank our table facilitators for the evening:   Dr. Mike Mazzeo Dean, Olin Business School Dr. Alison Antes, Associate Director for Faculty Development for the Department of Medicine Melinda […]

The Mentorship to Enhance Diversity in Academia (MEDA) Program and the WUSTL Black Postdoctoral Association kicked off their Fall 2024 seminar series to a full house on October 31st. Department of Medicine Chair, Dr. Vicky Fraser shared her incredible career journey and provided valuable advice and insights. On November 14th, Assistant Professor, Dr. Nelly Joseph-Mathurin, […]

IDEAS at DOM has created the new IDEAS Collaborative which is comprised of division DEI and BRIM (Bias Reduction in Medicine) leads. The Collaborative will aid in advancing IDEAS initiatives throughout DOM and will begin the implementation phase of the BRIM strategic plan that was completed in Fall 2023 under the guidance of consultant Peggy […]

Internal Medicine Resident (PGY2) and OUTmed leader for Resident Recruitment, Dr. Daniel Arroyo-Ariza, presented a poster on “Enhancing LGBTQ+ Residency Recruitment at WashU Med” at 2024 Education Day hosted by the Academy of Educators.