The community round table event held on December 2, 2024, featured an engaging panel of medical students who shared their experiences and insights with youths in Flint. The event, hosted at 200 East 1st St, Flint, MI, focused on fostering connections between aspiring healthcare professionals and the community youths. Present too were the organizers Janet Ogunwobi, MA (Community Outreach Specialist, Department of Family Medicine MSU), Lisa Croze of MSU Department of Family Medicine, East Lansing and Dr. Kenyetta Dotson of MSU CS Mott Department of Public Health in Flint.
- Panel Discussions: Medical students spoke about their journeys, challenges, and the importance of community health.
- Q&A Session: Attendees asked questions about medical education, careers in healthcare, and tips for promoting well-being.
Interactive Workshops: Topics ranged from promoting open conversations about education, goals and aspirations of all those in attendance, especially the youths. The event created a platform for shared learning and inspiration.
The event was praised for bridging the gap between the medical field and the community, inspiring attendees to take a proactive role in health advocacy and education and to set personal goals to realize their dreams to be leaders in the future.
