AMERICAN MEDICAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION (AMSA)
The AMSA is the oldest and largest independent association of physicians-in-training in the United States with a national membership of over 68,000. AMSA is student-governed and is committed to representing the concerns of physicians-in-training and improving medical training and the nation’s health.
AMERICAN MEDICAL WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (AMWA)
AMWA is a national organization that is committed to helping raise the profile and status of female physicians as well as advance women in medicine and encourage women’s health. Everyone is welcome to join.
HELPING HEARTS
Helping Hearts’ mission is to provide at least one patient per semester with the necessary treatment or surgery that they could not receive otherwise due to a lack of resources or funds.
PHI DELTA EPSILON FRATERNITY
Phi Delta Epsilon is the world's only international medical fraternity and has 100 people at AUA’s chapter. PhiDE’s has accomplished a great deal by holding steadfast to their guiding principles of Philanthropy, Deity, Equity & Equality, hosting benefits for Children's Miracle Network and local Antigua charities.
PEER LEADERSHIP
Peer leaders are assigned incoming students to mentor through their first semester at AUA with their classes and adjusting to life on Antigua. PL strives to teach students time management so they get the most out of their medical school experience while enjoying both the beauty and culture of Antigua.
INDIAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
The Indian Students Association is a non-profit socio-cultural organization that promotes Indian culture and diversity at and outside of AUA. ISA also supports Ekal Vidyalaya, allowing a school to be opened for a whole year in a village of India.
EQUIPMENT AND INFORMATION COMMITTEE
Equipment and Information Committee strives to provide students with quality medical diagnostic equipment at discounted prices and to offer up-to date resources and medical literature to keep both students and faculty current. EIC also promotes “Case of the Week”, where students can win prizes by solving medical mysteries.
AUA PULSE NEWS
AUA Pulse News is the official school newsletter run by the students, for the students. Each issue includes articles that discuss pressing issues that all students face, articles showcasing student achievements, restaurant reviews, current events and more.
BLACK STUDENT UNION
In opening its doors to students of all ethnicities, BSU aspires to unite all of AUA’s future physicians and foster volunteerism. BSU takes pride in its close working relationships with other student organizations and the good that comes out of establishing friendship and professional bonds.
DOCTORS FOR CHRIST
Doctors for Christ’s purpose is to bring students together and understand their relationship with God and the people they interact with on a daily basis. DFC hopes to foster good friendships and help them join fellow Christians together.
MUSLIM STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Muslim Student Association’s purpose is to provide a forum for fellow Muslim students and assist them in practicing the teachings of Islam. MSA hopes to promote friendly relations between faiths and carry out social, cultural, and religious activities.
SIKH STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Sikh Student Association is a student-run organization that strives to support Sikhs on campus and educate others about the religion. SSA seeks to promote truthful living, equality of the human race, and remembrance of the One God. Student groups are subject to change.
The Sunshine Home for Girls (home for battered girls) Numerous financial donations to help purchase necessities for the home.
PAAWS A No-Kill animal rescue shelter that assists wounded and sick animals.
Clare Hall Clinic Medical clinic servicing the community with family planning, psychiatric care, and pediatric care.
Life Line (blood drives) The students take an active role in triage, patient admission and preparation for blood donations. The students also help in public awareness for the event.
The Blind Unit (specialized school) The students have offered financial assistance in upgrading the school's software, printers, fans, and refrigerators.
The Good Shepherd Home (private orphanage) Financial assistance to help purchase necessities.
The Ministry of Tourism (2K7 Team) Assist the ministry in training primary school children to welcome visiting Cricket World Cup teams to the island, and translation of welcoming billboards.
Personal Donation (burn victims) Students assisted a local mother in re-building her house.
The Salvation Army (clothing drives) Periodic clothing donations provided to those in need.
The E.D.G.E Campaign
a) Scholarships: Three students who were abandoned by their families and dropped out of school for lack of financial aid received a full-year scholarship through student donations.
b) Shelter:The student's financial assistance helped re-open the Safe Haven Home for Battered Women, and provide them with enough assistance to go through the necessary therapy and counseling, job training and new housing arrangements.
c) Foster Home: The SGA is working along with the Ministry of Housing & Social Transformation and the HERO House organization to establish a one-of-a-kind foster home for abandoned children with infectious diseases. The money raised by students and the college has been used to fully furnish the facility. The house is provided by the International Academy (HERO House) and the government will provide the social worker in charge of the children. All the donations mentioned above are done through athletic activities, bake sales, fundraiser dinners, Taster's Day earnings and sales of small items.
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AMERICAN MEDICAL WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (AMWA)
AMWA is a national organization that is committed to helping raise the profile and status of female physicians as well as advance women in medicine and encourage women’s health. Everyone is welcome to join.
HELPING HEARTS
Helping Hearts’ mission is to provide at least one patient per semester with the necessary treatment or surgery that they could not receive otherwise due to a lack of resources or funds.
PHI DELTA EPSILON FRATERNITY
Phi Delta Epsilon is the world's only international medical fraternity and has 100 people at AUA’s chapter. PhiDE’s has accomplished a great deal by holding steadfast to their guiding principles of Philanthropy, Deity, Equity & Equality, hosting benefits for Children's Miracle Network and local Antigua charities.
PEER LEADERSHIP
Peer leaders are assigned incoming students to mentor through their first semester at AUA with their classes and adjusting to life on Antigua. PL strives to teach students time management so they get the most out of their medical school experience while enjoying both the beauty and culture of Antigua.
INDIAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
The Indian Students Association is a non-profit socio-cultural organization that promotes Indian culture and diversity at and outside of AUA. ISA also supports Ekal Vidyalaya, allowing a school to be opened for a whole year in a village of India.
EQUIPMENT AND INFORMATION COMMITTEE
Equipment and Information Committee strives to provide students with quality medical diagnostic equipment at discounted prices and to offer up-to date resources and medical literature to keep both students and faculty current. EIC also promotes “Case of the Week”, where students can win prizes by solving medical mysteries.
AUA PULSE NEWS
AUA Pulse News is the official school newsletter run by the students, for the students. Each issue includes articles that discuss pressing issues that all students face, articles showcasing student achievements, restaurant reviews, current events and more.
BLACK STUDENT UNION
In opening its doors to students of all ethnicities, BSU aspires to unite all of AUA’s future physicians and foster volunteerism. BSU takes pride in its close working relationships with other student organizations and the good that comes out of establishing friendship and professional bonds.
DOCTORS FOR CHRIST
Doctors for Christ’s purpose is to bring students together and understand their relationship with God and the people they interact with on a daily basis. DFC hopes to foster good friendships and help them join fellow Christians together.
MUSLIM STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Muslim Student Association’s purpose is to provide a forum for fellow Muslim students and assist them in practicing the teachings of Islam. MSA hopes to promote friendly relations between faiths and carry out social, cultural, and religious activities.
SIKH STUDENT ASSOCIATION
Sikh Student Association is a student-run organization that strives to support Sikhs on campus and educate others about the religion. SSA seeks to promote truthful living, equality of the human race, and remembrance of the One God. Student groups are subject to change.
Clubs & Activities
The Student Government Association has contributed to the following charities and organizations in the past two years:The Sunshine Home for Girls (home for battered girls) Numerous financial donations to help purchase necessities for the home.
PAAWS A No-Kill animal rescue shelter that assists wounded and sick animals.
Clare Hall Clinic Medical clinic servicing the community with family planning, psychiatric care, and pediatric care.
Life Line (blood drives) The students take an active role in triage, patient admission and preparation for blood donations. The students also help in public awareness for the event.
The Blind Unit (specialized school) The students have offered financial assistance in upgrading the school's software, printers, fans, and refrigerators.
The Good Shepherd Home (private orphanage) Financial assistance to help purchase necessities.
The Ministry of Tourism (2K7 Team) Assist the ministry in training primary school children to welcome visiting Cricket World Cup teams to the island, and translation of welcoming billboards.
Personal Donation (burn victims) Students assisted a local mother in re-building her house.
The Salvation Army (clothing drives) Periodic clothing donations provided to those in need.
The E.D.G.E Campaign
a) Scholarships: Three students who were abandoned by their families and dropped out of school for lack of financial aid received a full-year scholarship through student donations.
b) Shelter:The student's financial assistance helped re-open the Safe Haven Home for Battered Women, and provide them with enough assistance to go through the necessary therapy and counseling, job training and new housing arrangements.
c) Foster Home: The SGA is working along with the Ministry of Housing & Social Transformation and the HERO House organization to establish a one-of-a-kind foster home for abandoned children with infectious diseases. The money raised by students and the college has been used to fully furnish the facility. The house is provided by the International Academy (HERO House) and the government will provide the social worker in charge of the children. All the donations mentioned above are done through athletic activities, bake sales, fundraiser dinners, Taster's Day earnings and sales of small items.
Deluxe Cinemas: www.deluxecinemas.com/show.htm