Hi everyone, it’s Jordan, and today I wanted to talk about some of the clubs and societies you can join as a pre-health student. For some background, I am a Biology Major on the Genetics and Biotechnology track (I switched from Human Physiology). I am also a Pre-PA student! So, if you’re on any kind of pre-med, pre-PA, pre-nursing, or pre-health track, here’s a look into the organizations that have shaped my journey so far!

Medicus is Iowa’s pre-medical society, and it’s a perfect starting point if you’re even thinking about med school. I joined during my first semester, and it’s quickly become one of my favorite parts of being pre-health.
What Medicus offers:

• Physician guest speakers from a wide variety of specialties
• Q&A sessions where you can ask real doctors your real questions
• Hospital tours at UIHC
• Shadowing and mentorship opportunities

Mu Epsilon Delta (MED) is the pre-health fraternity here at Iowa, and it’s been an amazing way to meet people who genuinely care about medicine and service. Unlike Medicus, which is more of an open club, MED feels like a smaller, tighter-knit community.
What MED offers:

• Professional development and career workshops
• Service projects and volunteering
• Networking with other pre-health majors
• Leadership opportunities

Women in Healthcare is easily one of the most fun clubs I’m in. It’s a great space to connect with other women in STEM while also doing activities that help you stay balanced and build confidence.
Some of my favorite events:

• Painting pumpkins in October
• Resume-building workshops
• First-aid kit making
• Mentorship talks with women in the field
• Stress-relief and community-building events

The Pre-PA Club has been incredibly helpful. It’s one of the best places to learn what the PA profession really looks like.
What I love about this club:

• Panels with practicing PAs
• Application prep and CASPA tips
• Guest speakers who share their personal journeys
• Study sessions and community events (Today, we even had a holiday cookie-decorating and study event!)

It has been really great to have so many different pre-health clubs to be a part of, and this is far from all of them! Pre-health majors can be stressful, but these organizations have really helped me to find friends, academic support, and also ways to de-stress! The array of different student organizations here at Iowa is one of the best parts of being a student here! That’s all for now!

-Jordan