Let’s chat about student representation and leadership this week!
Welcome to another episode of the more than medical students podcast! We are delighted to be joined by not one but by two amazing guests, the newly graduated doctors Becky & Charlie. Becky and Charlie have had amazing journeys at medical school including becoming president of their universities student union and then moving even further becoming the presidents of United Hospital, a society that brings together SU presidents from the different London Med Schools.
What is student representation and why is it important? How does one prepare for and execute a role like this? What are things to be aware of before considering this role at your medical school? Learn about all this and more in this week’s episode;
It was lovely discussing their journey into medical school and tips for anyone interested in student representation and leadership. Not one to be missed!
Our hosts:
Dr Marianne Gazet, ST1 Resident Doctor in London contact via @mariannedoesmedicine on instagram and linkedin
Madihah, Medical Student in London
Our guests:
Dr Becky Kemp Arnold contact via LikedIn and Insta
Dr Charlie Sellar contact via LikedIn
Resources mentioned in this episode:
The sharp scratch podcast
Student resources of your university (finance team, welfare teams)
If you enjoyed this episode you will likely enjoy:
Episode 19 with Muntaha, ICSM SU president during the 2020 covid year and his experience in managing this crisis for students.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1dFUsSCCbu8lqGt3kRPfSO?si=xoNKa1iTRaChyv2CMX6hrA