Student Organizations

St. George’s University student organizations are centered on different areas of student life: cultural, religious, social, academic, professional, and community service. The Office of the Dean of Students, cognizant of the benefits of active student involvement, offers support for over 50 student organizations in Grenada, and for students in clinical rotations. Students seeking additional information on organizations and student associations that support the following categories may contact the Office of the Dean of Students

AMERICAN ANIMAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION (AAHA)
St. George's University's Student Chapter of the American Animal Hospital Association was introduced in Fall 2002. The club promotes the ideals of this well known association through informative lectures, hands-on wet labs, and up to date demonstrations by qualified veterinarians with concentration on practical small animal care. AAHA offers FREE national membership for all veterinary students, plus many more benefits. We are proud to be one of AAHA's largest Student Chapters with over 70% student membership within the VeterinarySchool! Come join us for more exciting years to come.

AMERICAN MEDICAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION (AMSA)
As an International chapter of the American Medical Students Association, this group promotes active improvement in medical education, world health care delivery, and the enhancement of social, moral and ethical obligations of the medical profession. The St. George'sUniversity chapter has on average 400 AMSA members- making us one of AMSA's largest chapters. You can join at www.amsa.org.

BUSINESS STUDENTS ASSOCIATION (BSA)
The BSA has been organized to facilitate student support and professional development through business and social activities. These activities are geared towards the attainment and application of sound moral and ethical practices by all business students. The BSA aims to: Facilitate student interaction with the local and international business communities; Assist students in career selection; Assist faculty in organizing guest speakers and lectures; and to facilitate the practical aspect of the event management course. 

CLINICAL RESEARCH SOCIETY (CRS)
The Clinical Research Society strives to provide selected "basic science" medical students the opportunity to perform interdisciplinary research in the fields of basic and clinical medical science and produce, under the direction of specific faculty principal investigators, quality and relevant research while simultaneously emphasizing and fostering academic excellence. 

EMERGENCY MEDICINE CLUB (EMC)
Students from a variety of backgrounds choose to join the EMC to learn more about Emergency Medicine, help the local Grenadian community, and get a jumpstart on their clinical years through several hands-on workshops. The club regularly invites guest speakers to talk with students about the field of Emergency Medicine, obtaining residencies, and recent advances that have been made in the field. All students are welcome to join.

EXOTIC AND WILDLIFE SOCIETY (EWS)
The Exotic and Wildlife Society works to increase veterinary knowledge and experience with unique, non-traditional animals for all levels of veterinary students at St. George's University. Our organization focuses specifically on providing opportunities for student learning in the areas of avian, laboratory animal, marine, reptile, wildlife, and zoo medicine. By working with a wide variety of excellent faculty and visiting professors, we are able to offer students lectures, hands-on wet labs and other activities focusing on these diverse categories of veterinary medicine.

HUMANITARIAN SERVICE ORGANIZATION
The Humanitarian Service Organization (HSO) aims to support SGUSOM's Chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS) by promoting community service, humanism, and professionalism in medicine and medical education during SGUSOM's preclinical curriculum. Each term HSO organizes one or more educational or developmental projects for volunteer service in the Grenadian community and/or on campus. These may involve campus activities to promote cultural sensitivity, health education at Grenadian schools, home care visits to support patients and relieve caregivers, and other options. Society and the medical profession gain directly through such service and, less directly, from future physicians who have nurtured a social conscience in themselves and among their peers. Student members also benefit through experience in project development and implementation, leadership, developing professional competencies associated with patient care, engaging with communities that are socieconomically and culturally different from their own, and/or in other areas. 

INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF MEDICAL STUDENTS
The International Federation of Medical Students' Associations (IFMSA) is an independent, non-governmental and non-political federation of medical students' associations worldwide. IFMSA-Grenada is the forum for medical students in Grenada to the worldwide IFMSA body, which represents more than 1 million medical students to the United Nations and the World Health Organization. Internationally there are almost 100 member countries of the IFMSA. IFMSA-Grenada joined the international body in 2009. IFMSA is considered a major partner when it comes to issues relating to global health. 

INTERNATIONAL VETERINARY STUDENTS ASSOCIATION (IVSA)
The I.V.S.A. exists to benefit animals and people by harnessing the potential and dedication of veterinary students to promote the international application of veterinary skills, education and knowledge. IVSA wants to raise the overall standard of veterinary education by increasing international and inter-cultural exchange of ideas and knowledge by organizing student exchange programs and attending international congresses and symposiums. We also hope to encourage students to undertake education in important areas outside their normal training.  

IOTA EPSILON ALPHA HONOR MEDICAL SOCIETY (IEA)
IEA is a student organization comprised of students who have excelled academically and are willing to participate in various extracurricular activities and international health projects. The mission of IEA is to promote the pursuit of academic excellence and integrity of scholarship and research; to recognize outstanding achievements in the study, practice and science of medicine; to encourage the highest standards of character, conduct, leadership and compassion; to improve the overall morale of medical students and graduates locally and worldwide; and to promote, and where possible, provide for the public health and welfare of the underprivileged and medically indigent, locally and worldwide.

JOURNAL CLUB
The Journal Club of St George's University was founded to provide a forum for students to discuss current biomedical research.  Members read and analyze recent research and reviews of clinical significance and particular interest to them.  They then present encapsulations of this research to their peers in an organized format.  Keeping up with current research and developing effective presentations are critical skills for heathcare professionals and the Journal Club seeks to prepare SGU students for the challenges they will meet along these lines in clinical years and beyond.

LARGE ANIMAL SOCIETY (LAS)
The Large Animal Society strives to enhance the veterinary education by conducting hands-on wet labs and lectures significant to the veterinary profession. Through student representatives from professional organizations such as The American Association of Bovine Practitioners, The American Association of Equine Practitioners and The American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners, LAS remains current on all major topics of large animal medicine. An island outreach project provides care for the diverse population of large animals on the island. 

MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION (MISIT)
The Management Information Systems and Information Technology Association shall serve as a focus at SGU for all M.I.S. and I.T. students and other members of the SGU community interested in technology, its management and other similarly related affairs. The Club shall also be active in organizing activities aimed at fostering interaction among the technology based community. In addition The Club will also introduce, in depth, the technological field and its surroundings to the rest of the SGU community as well as outside SGU.

NURSING STUDENT ASSOCIATION (SGU Nursing Student Association: SGUNSA)
The St. George's University Nursing Student Association is organized for those interested in assisting in the improvement of the healthcare system on the island of Grenada through active campaign endeavours geared at purchasing specialized equipment to donate to the General Hospital. We endeavour to elevate the standard of the nursing profession and promote the advancement of the nursing career through student unification, education and the practice of the discipline within the University and the outer community. This will be done through a community outreach program that includes regular visits to the local homes and shelters, educational lectures and seminars that will address some of the pertinent medical issues facing the nursing profession and Grenada today.

PEDIATRICS CLUB
The Pediatrics Club is a student organization comprised of Medical/Pre-medical students interested in the field of pediatrics. Members have the opportunity to learn about the field of pediatrics through educational seminars and informational speakers. Members are also able to educate local children about health related issues via school visits, health fairs and an educational field day. Events also include fund raising activities to raise money for local children's organizations.

PHI CHI MEDICAL SOCIETY
Phi Chi Medical Society provides a meeting ground for students with common interest and goals. Membership offers benefits which range from an active medical society with educational, personal, social and student professional relationships available throughout one's lifetime. In addition, the medical association developed between chapter members becomes a forerunner and sets a pattern for the professional relationships each member will need and seek throughout his or her entire medical career.

PHYSICIANS FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (PHR)
The purpose of Physicians for Human Rights is to mobilize health professionals to advance health, dignity, and justice and promote the right to health for all. Harnessing the specialized skills, rigor, and passion of doctors, nurses, public health specialists, and scientists, PHR investigates human rights abuses and works to stop them. The purpose of this student chapter is to support the campaigns of Physicians for Human Rights and to advance the understanding and commitment to health and human rights activism locally, nationally and globally. The SGU student chapter operates in Grenada, at Northumbria in the UK and in the USA for students who are completing clinical placements there.
Visit www.physiciansforhumanrights.org for more information.

PROJECT 2015:
The objective of this club is to implement positive changes in the overall health of Grenadians. As medical students we have a responsibility to care for our fellow human beings. The World Health Organization has set out clear goals they wish to reach by 2015 which include: Eradication of neglected tropical diseases, improvement of health for women and children, and clean water for everyone. The current project the group is about to embark upon, is to investigate the water supply in Grenada’s various parishes and rural areas for possible contaminants that can cause disease. With the help of knowledgeable faculty advisors we are going to plan and execute a study, from which we can draw recommendations upon. We welcome everyone from all faculties and clubs to help in this current project and future ones. 

PUBLIC HEALTH STUDENTS ASSOCIATION (PHSA)
The Public Health Student Association (PHSA) is an organization primarily consisting of MPH, MD/MPH, and DVM/MPH students.  Its function is to promote aspects of public health and preventive medicine through education and various activities within the school and broader community.  An ongoing goal is to form a bridge between the Grenada Public Health Association and PHSA.  Past events have included a Poverty Eradication Forum, Woburn Community Clean up, Carriacou day trip, etc. 

ST. GEORGE'S UNIVERSITY NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY (SGUNS)
St. George's University Neuroscience Society is a student-run organization, provided with invaluable guidance by the Neuroscience Department of St. George's University. Primarily, it is dedicated to medical/undergraduate/pre-med students interested the fields of general surgery, neurology, psychiatry, neurosurgery and/or neuroscience research. Secondarily, it is an organization that focuses on providing knowledge and fun activities for local school kids in the field of neurosciences through the Brain Awareness Program. To that aim, as part of SGUNS, we will sponsor and organize events described below, per semester, which will focus on different aspects of neurosciences, and importantly provide valuable knowledge and enjoyment in taking part in a number of activities. SGUNS events include setting up clinical workshops, inviting guest speakers, and the Brain Awareness Program. 

STUDENT AFFILIATE OF THE AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION (SAAVMA)
The Student Affiliate of the American Veterinary Medical Association (SAAVMA) coordinates chapter functions; organizes special lectures and seminars; promotes the exchange of ideas and information among students in all terms within and outside of St. George's University; promotes the development of professional knowledge, ethics and conduct; and represents its members in matters that concern them, both as students and future veterinarians.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA)
The SGA has been organized to provide the students at St. George'sUniversity with a structured, democratic body which will represent them in administrative matters, student affairs, and provide representation to the Alumni Association. The organizational goals of the SGA are:
1. Represent student needs and concerns to University administration.
2. Assist the administration with the task of making improvements in SGU.
3. Increase the sense of community and cooperation among the students, faculty and administration of SGU.

STUDENT NATIONAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
SNMA is the United States' oldest and largest independent, student-run organization focused on the needs and concerns of medical students of color. Established in 1964 by medical students from Howard University School of Medicine and Meharry Medical College, the membership includes over 5000 medical students, pre-medical students, residents and physicians. The SNMA is committed to supporting current and future underrepresented minority medical students, addressing the needs of underserved communities, and increasing the number of clinically excellent, culturally competent and socially conscious physicians. 

STUDENT VETERINARY EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE SOCIETY
The objective of SVECCS is to encourage the education and involvement of veterinary students in all aspects of emergency and critical care medicine.  The organization features various lectures from guest speakers and hands on wet labs based on real life emergency situations.  SVECCS also offers scholarships, educational reference materials, and give opportunities for internships in emergency and critical care medicine to members.

STUDENTS FOR GLOBAL HEALTH (SGH)
The founding methodology behind Students for Global Health comes from rising student interest in issues of global medicine as well as recognition that St. George's has a unique diversity that fosters a niche for those of us in the medical, veterinary, and public health schools interested in all asplects of international health.  Aims of our body will simply be to provide a forum, networking opportunities, and international experience for SGU students with interest.  The rich diversity that defines St. George's University provides the ultimate setting for training physicians with not only academic excellence but excellence in matters of humanism and cultural competency as well.  This club will work to further aspects of our University.

SURGERY CLUB
The Surgery Club offers all SGU students, regardless of future professional interests, an opportunity to participate in a variety of activities including learning suturing techniques as well as observing surgeries at the local hospital(http://www.geocities.com/surgeryclubsgu/ 

THE PRE-MED CLUB
The Pre-Med Club is an organization developed with the aim of exposing Pre-Med students to the various medical specialties, as well as to the St. George's University School of Medicine and the Grenadian community. The club hosts a number of activities such as guest lectures, social activities and visits to local health care facilities. This organization provides a sound pre-professional foundation upon which students can make informed decisions about their career choice.

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (USGA)
The Undergraduate Student Government Association of the St.George's Univerity is a representative of all Undergradate students in the School of Arts and Sciences, which comprises the following programs: Pre-Med, Pre-Vet, Life Sciences, Business, Management Information Systems, Liberal Studies, Information Technology and Nursing. The USGA acts on behalf of undergraduate students to address concerns, and assist in their development in academic and non-academic matters in an effort to ensure that they are afforded the best experience possible at the University.

VETERINARY STUDENT HERPETOLOGICAL SOCIETY (VSHS)
The mission of the Veterinary Student Herpetological Society (VSHS) is to improve veterinary education in herpetological medicine through the exchange of ideas and educational materials, by educating members about Grenada's unique herpetofauna and by giving members hands-on    experience with the club's live animal collection.  Additionally, as the first international student chapter of the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV), the VSHS strives to promote the conservation of the health and humane treatment of all reptilian and amphibian species through public education, captive breeding and reptilian and amphibian habitat preservation. In March 2008, the VSHS became a registered student organization at St. George's University.
Visit us at: www.vshs.org  

WOMEN IN MEDICINE (WIM)
WIM is a committee that advocates for the interests of women in medicine, particularly physicians-in-training. We promote women's health, emphasizing well-being and autonomy and we work for the inclusion of women's health issues in medical school curricula and continuing medical education. We also work to affirm the basic right of reproductive freedom and to educate women to become full participants in their own health care. For example, as apart of community education, we participate in community Health Fairs and offer breast exam screening, self-exam instruction, resources, and referrals. There are many workshops, guest lectures, and activities planned during each semester to benefit students, staff, and the community.

WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION OF STUDENTS
Associated with the real World Health Organization, the mission of this club is to promote world health and face global health challenges through local awareness and international volunteerism. We specialize in creating awareness to health issues to the local community and for students on campus. Lectures are held during the term that discuss health issues relevant to our community. Members will also have the opportunity to volunteer within the community at the local hospital and during local events.

RELIGIOUS / CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS

African Cultural Students Association (AFCSA)
AFCSA is a union of different cultures of African descent representing the African cultural students body, and the unique needs of students in all aspects of the school. As a group, we provide a medium for unifying African cultures (between students on Campus and people in the community), aid in the progression of students through their academic careers at SGU, and also establishing a network for students and alumni. Activities we partake in are: Weekly forums on Development of Leadership skills, community projects, and once a semester - A cultural show incorporating all of our cultural heritage and tradition to educate SGU of the diverse nature of Africa's culture on the continent and in the diaspora.

Asian Pacific Islander Student Association (APISA)
Asian Pacific Islander Student Association (APISA)
The Asian Pacific Islander Student Association is an organization devoted to spreading awareness and visibility of Pan-Asian culture at St. George's Schools of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Public Health, Undergraduate Studies, and the various professional Schools with the goal of increasing the diversity of experiences of the student body and the island of Grenada.  We are an all-inclusive organization and welcome anybody interested in learning more about Asian culture and being involved with the community of St. George's and the island of Grenada.

Botswana Medical Student Association (BOMSA)
BOMSA is an organization of all Botswana medical students studying anywhere in the world. This organization aims to bring Botswana's health system to perfection. As a sub-branch here in Grenada, BOMSA deals with all relevant issues pertaining to the living of Botswana students at St George's University.

Canadian Students Association (CANSA)
CANSA is an organization dedicated to the development of a community that supports and enhances the lives of Canadian and non-Canadian students alike, at St. George'sUniversity. The goal of the club is to facilitate the transition of students to life at SGU. The organization will also strive to enrich the entire community by sharing our rich Canadian heritage. 

Caribbean Student's Association (CaSA)
The Caribbean Student's Association was started in the year two thousand and one (2001) by students who saw a need for Caribbean unity on campus. However, membership is open to all students, Caribbean and non-Caribbean. The purpose of the Association was and is not only to bring together Caribbean students, but to provide further knowledge of the Caribbean culture and customs. 

Catholic Students Organization (CSO)
The goal of the Catholic Students Organization is to provide the students, faculty and staff of St. George’s University with the spiritual guidance needed to live each day as practicing Catholics. In addition to facilitating weekly Sunday Mass on campus, the CSO is committed to providing support in celebrating the holidays of the Liturgical Year and sponsoring events that remind us that we walk with the Lord in faith. The CSO welcomes, as members, all SGU students and does not discriminate based on religion, race, gender, sexual orientation, or other personal beliefs. 

Christian Students Association (CSA)
The Christian Student Association offers a non-denominational church service every Sunday morning at 11AM in Bourne Lecture Hall. The services are composed of a worship service, prayer time, a short Biblical message given by a member of our leadership team, and a time of fellowship and refreshments afterwards.The students that attend CSA come from a wide range of church backgrounds which lends to a balanced, enjoyable service for all. We are student led and try to offer an encouraging environment in which to go to school and grow in the knowledge of Christ. 

Indian Cultural Student Association (ICSA)
ICSA is an organization that endeavors to share the Indian culture with the entire university and country of Grenada at large. The organization welcomes members from all races, colors, and creeds. ICSA hosts many different events on campus including a Diwali Show in the fall and a Holi Show in the spring. Both cultural shows include Indian dances, vocal acts, and other various performances. 

Jewish Students Association (JSA)
Being a medical student and new resident of Grenada, it can be difficult to maintain a religious lifestyle. This is particularly true for the Jewish students of St. George'sUniversity, for whom special religious needs exist, from the Megillah reading of Purim, to the everyday mezuzah at the door. The Jewish Students Association seeks to bring to Grenada the spirit of Judaism, with shofar blasts and Chanukah lights; so that, with Gd's help, all residents of Grenada may be religiously inspired by our Service. 

Muslim Students Association (MSA)
The Muslim Students Association is a student organization that provides religious services and support for the SGU community. Our goal is to promote a positive understanding of Islam and its practice among people of all faiths and nationalities. Besides providing weekly Jummah (Friday) Prayer Services, MSA also sponsors community gatherings, dinners, and bi-annual holiday celebrations. 

Persian Students Association (PSA)
The Persian Student Association is a non-profit, non-political student organization whose objective is to sponsor Persian social and cultural activities and events, promote an understanding of Persian culture, to help foster friendship among different cultural groups, and to provide a source of union and support for the Persian community at St. George'sUniversity. PSA also provides various services to Iranian medical students in the form of their scholastic education which may include academic and or financial support, general inquiries, or anywhere else the PSA can be of assistance. 

Students Seventh-Day Adventist Organization (SSDAO)
The Studnets Seventh- day Adventist Organization comprises of Adventist from around the world. We have members ranging from the Caribbean to Africa to America. The organization however is open to the general school body i.e. non- Adventist. Our mission is to foster the social and spiritual growth of students from diverse countries through fellowship; proclaiming the love and the second coming of Jesus by the way we live. Our vision is to be a haven and a light reflecting the truth of God to the community. All are welcome to join. 

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS

ATHLETICS
Sports and sporting facilities on campus are organized by the Athletic Facilities Committee (AFC). Currently campus supports an intramurals program consisting of basketball, volleyball, soccer, flag-football, badminton, tennis, street hockey and a developing softball and cricket tournament. We also support several SGU Rep teams that participate in community-based competitions such as cricket, soccer, netball and basketball. For those with a less competitive interests, there is a plethora of regular pick-up events that take place on the athletic field and court facilities. In addition to the above mentioned core activities the campus supports numerous aerobics classes, lacrosse, martial arts, ultimate frisbee and an expanding weight room and cardio center. There are also community-based activities available such as scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming and cross country running or hiking. (Check the Athletics section on the student Organization ANGEL site for more information).

ORPHANAGE STUDENT'S ORGANIZATION
OSO is a group of volunteers that are committed to providing care and assistance to the abused, neglected and abandoned children in the Bel Air and Queen Elizabeth orphanages in Grenada. Many of the children suffer from development, social, and educational inadequacies. Through volunteer interactions the children receive well-needed attention, find a role model, and most importantly have fun. In addition to hosting beach days and holiday parties, the OSO also helps to address medical, academic, and other basic needs of the children.

SIGNIFICANT OTHERS ORGANIZATION
The Significant Other Group is comprised of spouses and significant others of students attending St. George'sUniversity. The mission of the SO group is to is to facilitate the transition of students and their significant others to Grenada, to provide social and recreational activities for significant others and their families, to act as an informal support group for significant others and their families, to participate in and organize philanthropic activities on the Grenadian community, and to work together with students and administrators of St. George's university on various projects and activities. For more information, click here.

THE THEATER GUILD OF SGU
The SGU Theater Guild organization was set up with the main of objective of becoming an outlet for creative expressions on campus, in the form of drama, music, dance, poetry, art, etc. We realize the need for an organization that offers students the opportunity to creatively expressive their talents and be a channel for the Grenadian community to share there culture with the university body. We invite you to join us; develop and showcase your talent through our club as we contribute to the building of arts here in Grenada. 

VOLUNTEER SERVICES
The student body has become increasingly involved with the community in Grenada through various volunteer projects. Students have donated time, money, and a tremendous amount of energy to projects such as the Kennedy Home for the Handicapped, the Grenada Health Fair, and the St. George's University Fund for the Orphans and the Elderly. Information regarding volunteer opportunities can be found by contacting the Significant Other group.