Central Line: Week of 10/19/2026
Bible Study - Keck Christian Student Fellowship
When - Monday October 19th; 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where - MCH 250
What - Join us for Bible study led by special guest Maite exploring Scripture and its relevance to daily life and medical training. Students of all backgrounds and levels of familiarity with the Bible are welcome.
Questions - keckcsf@gmail.com
Monterey Park Health Fair
When - Saturday October 24th; 10:00AM -2:00PM
Where - Langley Senior Center (400 W Emerson Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754)
What - Keck APAMSA & FMIG were invited to volunteer at the Annual Monterey Park Community Health Fair (hosted by APHC at UCLA), and we’ll be representing KSOM by helping with blood glucose and cholesterol checks as well as diabetic foot screenings. It’s a great opportunity to practice your skills and support the community! If you’re interested, please fill out the Google Form by Friday, October 9th.
Questions - keckapamsa@gmail.com
Chamber Chats/Charlas con Chambers - OSECA SIGS
When - Monday October 26th; 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Where - Hastings Auditorium
What - Chamber Chats/Charlas con Chambers - Q&A with Dr. Tamara Chambers for MS3's - How to Transition Leadership Well. All SIG Leaders are invited to join in as they prepare for Board Transitions. RSVP will be required.
Questions - mvillare@med.usc.edu
KSOM Talent Show
When - Monday October 26th ; 3:30 PM - 5:00PM
Where - Mayer Auditorium
What - The annual KSOM Talent Show is back as a collaboration between Salerni Alumni Association and Keck Music Society, and we're looking for performers! Whether you sing, play an instrument, dance, perform spoken word, do comedy, magic, or have another unique talent, we'd love to see you take the stage and share your passions beyond medicine.
Join us for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and community, followed by a food truck on the Quad.
All parents and family members, faculty, staff, and students are welcome to attend and cheer on our talented KSOM community.
Interested in performing? Register your act here by October 5.
Questions - salerni@gmail.com, keckmusicsociety@gmail.com
Umeya Street Medicine October (10/29) Clinic - Volunteers Needed!
When - Thursday October 29th; 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where - Umeya, 414 Crocker St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 (entrance is on Crocker, not Towne)
What - Help bring care to the people - we are seeking medical student, resident, and physician volunteers to assist with a monthly clinic at Little Tokyo Service Center’s Umeya supportive housing site in Skid Row. This clinic is run in close partnership between ARCH Collaborative, Kedren Health, Little Tokyo Service Center (LTSC), USC School of Pharmacy, and Substance Use Disorder Integrated Services (SUDIS).
Volunteers can help take vitals and conduct screenings, see patients with appropriate supervision, assist with patient registration and coordinate with LTSC case managers to support follow-up care.
Sign up to volunteer here.
Questions - rauh@usc.edu
Black Men's Wellness Day LA 2026
When - Saturday November 7th; 8:00 AM - 1:00PM
Where - Earvin Magic Johnson Recreation Area
What - SNMA is putting together a group of volunteers for Black Men's Wellness Day Los Angeles 2026! Volunteers will have the opportunity to assist with free health screenings and support Black men and families in taking active roles in their health and wellness. Please sign up here !
Questions - snma.usc@gmail.com
Trojan Career Connections Week - Internal Medicine Alumni Panel
When - Monday November 9th; 12:00 PM - 12:50PM
Where - Virtual - Zoom link to be provided
What - Explore where a career in medicine can take you during Trojan Career Connections Week! Throughout the week, Keck School of Medicine alumni will join students for conversations about their specialties, career journeys, and experiences in medicine. Virtual panels will highlight Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Surgery, healthcare administration, and alternative careers, followed by an in-person conversation with retired and former faculty. Students are encouraged to attend one session or several based on their interests.
Register here.
Questions - Chelsea.knott@med.usc.edu
Trojan Career Connections Week - Pediatrics Alumni Panel
When - Monday November 9th; 4:00 PM - 4:50PM
Where - Virtual - Zoom link to be provided
What - Explore where a career in medicine can take you during Trojan Career Connections Week! Throughout the week, Keck School of Medicine alumni will join students for conversations about their specialties, career journeys, and experiences in medicine. Virtual panels will highlight Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Surgery, healthcare administration, and alternative careers, followed by an in-person conversation with retired and former faculty. Students are encouraged to attend one session or several based on their interests.
Register here.
Questions - Chelsea.knott@med.usc.edu
Trojan Career Connections Week - Family Medicine Alumni Panel
When - Tuesday November 10th; 12:00 PM - 12:50PM
Where - Virtual - Zoom link to be provided
What - Explore where a career in medicine can take you during Trojan Career Connections Week! Throughout the week, Keck School of Medicine alumni will join students for conversations about their specialties, career journeys, and experiences in medicine. Virtual panels will highlight Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Surgery, healthcare administration, and alternative careers, followed by an in-person conversation with retired and former faculty. Students are encouraged to attend one session or several based on their interests.
Register here.
Questions - Chelsea.knott@med.usc.edu
Trojan Career Connections Week - Healthcare Admin & Alternative Careers in Medicine Panel
When - Tuesday November 10th; 4:00 PM - 4:50PM
Where - Virtual - Zoom link to be provided
What - Explore where a career in medicine can take you during Trojan Career Connections Week! Throughout the week, Keck School of Medicine alumni will join students for conversations about their specialties, career journeys, and experiences in medicine. Virtual panels will highlight Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Surgery, healthcare administration, and alternative careers, followed by an in-person conversation with retired and former faculty. Students are encouraged to attend one session or several based on their interests.
Register here.
Questions - Chelsea.knott@med.usc.edu
Trojan Career Connections Week - Various Surgery Specialty Alumni Panel
When - Wednesday November 11th; 12:00 PM - 12:50PM
Where - Virtual - Zoom link to be provided
What - Explore where a career in medicine can take you during Trojan Career Connections Week! Throughout the week, Keck School of Medicine alumni will join students for conversations about their specialties, career journeys, and experiences in medicine. Virtual panels will highlight Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Surgery, healthcare administration, and alternative careers, followed by an in-person conversation with retired and former faculty. Students are encouraged to attend one session or several based on their interests.
Register here.
Questions - Chelsea.knott@med.usc.edu
Trojan Career Connections Week - Retired & Former Faculty Panel Luncheon
When - Thursday November 12th; 12:00 PM - 1:00PM
Where - KAM Classroom B34
What - Explore where a career in medicine can take you during Trojan Career Connections Week! Throughout the week, Keck School of Medicine alumni will join students for conversations about their specialties, career journeys, and experiences in medicine. Virtual panels will highlight Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Surgery, healthcare administration, and alternative careers, followed by an in-person conversation with retired and former faculty. Students are encouraged to attend one session or several based on their interests.
Register here.
Questions - Chelsea.knott@med.usc.edu
APAMSA 2026 Diwali
When - Friday November 13th; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where - Mayer Auditorium
What - APAMSA and the Office of Student Engagement and Cultural Affairs (OSECA) are hosting a celebration of Diwali with food, lights, and fun activities! Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals by Hindu, Jain, and Sikh communities around the world. Taking over 5 days, it symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. We will be doing arts and crafts with henna, a traditional dye, and enjoying free, catered dinner from Tulsi Eatery.
Join us by RSVPing here.
Questions - keckapamsa@gmail.com
USC Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC)
When - Friday November 13th; 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Where - Fertitta Hall USC main campus
What - VCIC is an Investment case competition where grad students across USC evaluate investment opportunities in real start-ups ventures.
This is the ideal opportunity for any medical student who :
•Wants to share their developing technical expertise with their peers across the university.
•Is interested in entrepreneurship, investing, or health care financing
•Would like the chance to build relationships with local the VCs
WHEN:
Trainings are the following Fridays at 1pm on zoom:
-Oct 23
-Oct 30
-Nov 6
The Internal competition which selects the USC team is Nov 13 2026 at 8 am. The Regional competition at Berkeley Haas is next Feb 26 and 27, 2027 (travel and board provided). The International competition is TBD (room and board provided)
Questions - mba.evma.club@marshall.usc.edu
OSECA SIG Board Transition Meeting
When - Tuesday November 17th; 4:30PM - 5:30PM
Where - Hastings Auditorium
What - All SIG Boards will gather for outgoing leaders to transition to incoming leaders.
Questions - mvillare@med.usc.edu
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ROOFLESS at Elevate Lounge (Rooftop Club)
When: Friday, Nov. 6; from 6 to 9 PM
Where: Elevate Rooftop Bar 811 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 2100 (21st Floor)
Who: All Keck students and their guests are invited!
What: Join us for an evening of rooftop dancing, assorted appetizers, and DTLA skyline views. RSVP NOW!
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