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By Natalie Torrente, OMS-III, University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine

As someone who has always had a passion for internal medicine, I am comforted knowing that programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness exist. Without this program, individuals like myself who are driven to pursue primary care may be forced to choose between their financial wellbeing and their desire to serve our country’s most vulnerable. I urge Congress to #SavePSLF as they work to reauthorize the Higher Education Act.

By Pamela Murphy, MSW, AACOM Senior Vice President of Government Relations

ED to MED’s Campus Ambassador Program was designed to give ED to MED’s most dedicated advocates a platform to help inform others on key education policies, grow the campaign, and make their voices heard with policymakers. I encourage you to join ED to MED’s Campus Ambassador Program today.

By Margaret Kell, OMS-II, New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University

In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month 2019, I challenge ED to MED advocates to celebrate the achievements of women in medicine and follow their lead by connecting with your own passions to become strong advocates and truly great health professionals.

By Katie Hockensmith, OMS-II, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University

On February 20, osteopathic medical students across the country joined together to celebrate OMS Day of Wellness. Learn more about the event, designed for all osteopathic medical students to recognize the mental health challenges medical students face and stop the stigma associated with mental health.

By Mary-Lynn Bender, AACOM Senior Director of Government and Public Relations

We’re celebrating the legendary Dr. Seuss’s 115th birthday by reimagining some of his most famous pieces. We’re sure that he would have raised his voice to advocate for the health professions community.

By Jay Olson, OMS-II, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

This OMS Day of Wellness, remember to step back, unplug, and reset, because you can’t promote patient wellness, or the wellness of the future health care workforce, by sacrificing your own.

By Mary-Lynn Bender, AACOM Senior Director of Government and Public Relations

ED to MED Campus Ambassadors make a difference in the fight to protect federal financial aid programs. That’s why we’re showing our love for them this Valentine’s Day.

By Mary-Lynn Bender, AACOM Senior Director of Government and Public Relations

Need a game plan for tackling graduate student debt? Add these three tips to your playbook.

By Nicole McMillin, MPA, Director of Financial Aid, Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine; Member, AACOM Council of Student Financial Aid Administrators

It’s never too early to begin planning for your financial future. Addressing your financial planning early on can only help you be better prepared—invest now in your financial literacy.

By Pamela Murphy, MSW, AACOM Senior Vice President of Government Relations

As the new Congress negotiates reauthorization of the Higher Education Act, AACOM will be calling on its ED to MED advocates to urge their lawmakers to support graduate education policies vital to health professions students.