The University of Texas Medical Branch

The School of Allied Health Sciences

UTMB STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

Do you like to get involved? Then UTMB Student Government Association is for you!

Student Government Association is comprised of representatives from the School of Medicine, Graduate School, School of Allied Health Sciences, and Nursing School. It performs a variety of services and events in- cluding all school dances, TGIF's at the pool, All-Sports Day and a bicycle auction. Meetings are bimonthly and usually fun.

Interested? Well read on. There are five representatives from SAHS; four senators and four alternates. If for any reason a senator cannot attend a meeting, the alternate goes in his/her place. The senators are elected by the SAHS student body.

Serving as a SGA senator offers an interest ing insight into the workings of UTMB as well as a good way to meet new folks outside the SAHS. Opportunities to work on various committees, on community service projects, and a release from the drudgery of studies are also options SGA offers.

If you would like to be a senator, watch for the announcement of elections early in the fall term. See you at the polls!

STUDENT SENATE

The Student Senate is the representative body of the four schools of UTMB. The SAHS elects four representatives and four alternates each September. They serve as Senators in the Student Government for one year. This body is in control of all funds as well as determining policies of Student Government Association. Senate meetings are held once a month and are open to all students and faculty.

It is important that responsible individuals be elected to the Student Senate, since this body spends an allocated portion of your fees. All interested students are encouraged to participate in these elections each year.

SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCE STUDENT ORGANIZATION

The purpose of the Student Organization is to represent all students within the School, regardless of departmental affiliation or full- or part-time status; to provide input into decisions affecting the students; and to exercise continuing review of School of Allied Health Sciences and The University of Texas Medical Branch policies and procedures that affect students.

The Student Organization functions as a liaison between the student body, faculty, and administration of the School on matters affecting student life, and provides various activities throughout the year. In the past, Student Organization has sponsored student luncheons, sports day, Orientation party, Valentine's Day Wine & Cheese party, a Talent Show, and a University wide Health Fair at Galvez Mall.

Watch for the committee sign-up sheet that will be posted in the SAHS lobby during the orientation and get involved!

DID YOU KNOW???

Any student enrolled at SAHS can check out the following equipment from the School:

* Sports equipment, such as volleyball, softball, and football.

* Kitchen equipment, such as coolers, pots and pans, and utensils.

3 microwaves are also available for use in the Office of Student Affairs Student Activity Room at the SAHS.

For more information about how to borrow this equipment, check in the Office of Student Affairs, room 2.202. All equipment must be returned within 24 hours.

THE MULTICULTURAL AWARENESS COUNCIL

The Multicultural Awareness Council is composed of students from the various programs offered at the School. Multicul-tural Awareness Council is very active in the academic, cultural, and political climate of the SAHS. The organization was formed for the purpose of obtaining greater unity and cohesion among minority students in the SAHS. Membership is open to any student or faculty member who is interested in promoting the goals of the council. The council is supported by faculty members as well as by administrative staff and is recognized by UTMB as a viable and creditable council organization.

STUDENT EARLY ENROLLMENT SQUAD (ES)

The Student Early Enrollment, or Lead Program as it is called for short, proposes that students work with students. The program has grown since being formed during the 1982-83 school year, is a good opportunity for students to assist fellow students.

Lead members are used as group leaders, tour guides, and mentors during the new student Orientations. Members are also used throughout the year to provide tours for visiting groups and to serve in various other capacities. A workshop is provided for all new S.O.S. participants. The workshop provides training in leadership and communication skills.

An important plus from the S.O.S. program is the opportunity for personal growth that it offers SAHS students who choose to get involved. Interested students should contact the Office of Student Affairs, room 2.202, SAHS.

PEER SUPPORT GROUP

The goal of the UTMB, All-school Peer Support Team is to give fellow students an informed support system that is comprised of their own peers. Students involved in this program have four roles: 1) to be an effective listener; 2) to be a referral source for counseling, tutoring or other services beyond the scope of peer support; 3) to assist the Office of Student Affairs in effective outreach; 4) and, to help stop the build up of an individual crisis through early intervention. Peer support members receive training in active listening skills, communication and problem solving, crisis intervention, referral skills and sources, and dealing with value laden issues.

STUDENT TASK FORCE ON AIDS

The goal of the Allied Health Student Task Force On AIDS is to provide the student body with current, accurate, non-judgmental information about AIDS relating to both professional and life-style issues. The group sponsors special programs, seminars, displays and literature for the entire campus community.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

(Contact your department chairperson for information about joining these associations.)

Alpha Eta Society

American Academy of Physician's Assistants

American Hospital Association

American Medical Records Association

American Occupational Therapy Association

American Physical Therapy Association

American Society of Allied Health Professions

American Society of Medical Technologists

American College of Hospital Administrators

Pi Theta Epsilon

Texas Society of Allied Health Professions

Many departments in SAHS have local chapters of national organizations, as well as local organizations. Please check with your department for further information.

INTRAMURALS

Various sports activities are sponsored by groups on campus. Event posters will be posted in the SAHS lobby and around campus. The sponsoring groups include the Student Government, the Student Organization, and the Field House. Some of the sports included are volleyball, tennis, softball, and racquetball. There is also an All Sports Day.

THE COMMUNITY OF GALVESTON

GALVESTON HOSPICE GROUP

Hospice is an interdisciplinary medical and supportive care program for the terminally ill and their families. It is a home-based program utilizing health care professionals and volunteers in response to special physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients and families. SAHS students can participate in this service opportunity through visitation, community education and fund raising.

In the past students have been involved through fund raising (a campus-wide bake sale), community education/promotion programs, addressing letters, class projects, writing papers and field work assignments. Your participation in Hospice can provide a significant service to the community and a valuable learning experience for you.

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE

The Ronald McDonald House, the second largest facility in the U.S. is located adjacent to the UTMB campus. Opened in May of 1989 the facility is of first rate quality. Students are encouraged to explore spending volunteer time assisting parents of kids who have been hospitalized at UTMB.

RELIGIOUS GROUPS

The following are student religious groups on or around the UTMB campus:

Baptist Student Center 413 8th Street 763-3044

Newman Center 1402 Broadway 762-4202

The Wesley Fellowship UTMB Campus 772-3909

The William Temple Community House 427 Market 762-8641

GALVESTON ARTS!

For information on volunteering for this fastgrowing sponsor of visual and performing arts call 763-2403

GALVESTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION

Sponsor of Dickens' Evening on the Strand and several other festivals and events, GHF is always in need of volunteers. This can be fun, especially if you enjoy being in costume. Call 765-7834.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Students who would like to volunteer for community activities should contact Ms. Reneé Dollar, in the Office of Community and Alumni Affairs. She always has a list of activities that are relevant for SAHS students. The Alumni Association is also a place in need of volunteers.