Activities

Brain Sectioning
What?: Join a neuropathologist as he examines cases. It’s a great way for first years to learn neuroanatomy and for second years to review neuropathology.
When?: Wed. mornings from 8am to 9am
Where?: Harper Hospital, directions will be e-mailed to you
How to Participate?: Sign up on the SIGN bulletin board across from Student Affairs.

Neurology Mentor Program
What?: Interested SIGN members are matched with practicing neurologists within the WSU SOM system based on interests and career goals. Members may shadow mentors and seek their advice during their medical education at WSU SOM, especially regarding the residency application process.
How to Participate?: Contact Alison Van Dyke avandyk@med.wayne.edu
Complete Mentor Participation Form.
Return it to Alison Van Dyke’s MS2 mailbox in Scott Hall.

Talk: Topic TBD
What?: TBD
When?: October NOON
Where?: Rm 2268
Lunch?: Lunch will be served. Sign up ahead of time on the SIGN bulletin board.

Talk: Neurology Residency Application Process
What?: Come hear from someone who reviews neurology residency applications and from neurology residents. Also hear feedback from students currently applying to neurology residency programs.
When?: TBD (late fall) NOON
Where?: Rm 2268
Lunch?: Lunch will be served. Sign up ahead of time on the SIGN bulletin board.

Neuro Exam Skills Workshop
What?: Join a member of the neurology teaching staff in reviewing and practicing neurological exam skills.
When?: TBD (spring) NOON
Where?: MD Lab 2106
Lunch?: Lunch will be served. Sign up ahead of time on the SIGN bulletin board for both lunch and the workshop.

Brain Awareness Week

What?: Sponsored by the Center for Clinical and Cellular Neuroscience graduate program at Wayne State University, Brain Awareness Week is an effort to bring the wonders of neuroscience and the brain to Detroit students. SIGN members and med school students will have an opportunity to volunteer in the activities this year.
When?: TBA (spring)
Where?: Detroit Science Center
More Information to Come!

Talk: Topic TBD & End of Year Mtg

What?: TBD
When?: April NOON
Where?: Rm 2268
Lunch?: Lunch will be served. Sign up ahead of time on the SIGN bulletin board.