Ramadan Greetings
Yesterday evening marked the start of Ramadan- the first day of the most important annual religious observance for Muslims. Ramadan, a month of fasting, introspection, and prayer will last until Saturday evening, May 23. We want to acknowledge the increased challenge of observing traditions with current constraints while at the same time juggling medical school responsibilities. As always, please reach out to your faculty advisor, if you are in need of special accommodations in order to fulfill Ramadan traditions.
VSLO Extension
Last week we the AAMC alerted us of their decision to suspend—for two weeks—access to the Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO) system through which applications to away rotations are managed. We originally planned to resume processing away applications on April 29, and today we were informed of the an extension of that suspension to the week of May 11.
A Dance Battle: Faculty Advisors
Group Battles:
Cindi and crew vs Sia and her guys - Part 1
Cindi and crew vs Sia and her guys - Part 2
Individual Battles:
Bad Guy vs Celebration - Part 1
Bad Guy vs Celebration - Part 2
Student WorkForce Update
After 5 weeks, the COVID Student WorkForce has now volunteered over 15,400 hours, averaging over 3,000/week across 7 hospitals. The eight workgroups have fulfilled critical needs in Pharmacy, PPE, Operations, Telehealth, Labs and other areas that have kept essential services afloat.
Weekend Access to Telehealth
For after hours and weekend coverage, you may access the Mount Sinai Telehealth options as follows. Use PROMO code COVID19 to have fees waived.
- Mount Sinai NOW (accessible also via Google Play/iStore) video visit platform available 24/7.
- Click4Care online questionnaire platform available 7AM – 12PM.
Weekend Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge
Rules: complete and send a picture (screen shot by computer or cell phone) of each puzzle to student.affairs@mssm.edu and be sure to show the “time” stamp at the bottom of the puzzle.
The person to complete both puzzles in the shortest combined amount of time will receive a prize!
- https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=1bc940707669
- https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=31df7696a04d
Upcoming Wellness Events
Time: 9:30am-10:30am
Morning Intention Setting with Dr. Zorina Costello
- Zoom: 605-478-866
Time: 11:30am-12:30pm
Stress Management Workshop with Acanthus Fairley
- Zoom: 235-179-649
Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Take Time for Mindfulness Meditation with Mickie Brown.
- This one-hour workshop combines instruction, practice and group discussions. No experience is required. Faculty, students and employees are welcome to join.
- https://mountsinai.zoom.us/j/9636786693