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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – Discover Orthofaso

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Following ANIMN a few days ago, it’s now time for Orthofaso, the speech-language pathology student association focused on community service projects! Today we’re meeting with Mélanie, the secretary, who’s here to tell us more about the association’s mission, goals, and humanitarian efforts!

 

Can you tell us a little about your organization? What is its mission?

Orthofaso is a nonprofit organization established under the French Law of 1901, founded in 2006, whose mission is to promote and manage international projects through humanitarian missions led by speech-language pathology students from Montpellier. Since 2015, the organization has been working at an orphanage for children with multiple disabilities in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (previous missions took place in Burkina Faso). This year’s Orthofaso team consists of 17 speech-language pathology students.

We are traveling to Vietnam because the country was devastated during the war in the 1950s. The chemicals dumped on the country’s land have led to a very high rate of disability throughout the country, particularly among children. As a result, we work with children who have a wide variety of conditions, most of whom have cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and/or hearing loss.

What activities do you carry out throughout the year? Can you tell us about them?

To raise funds, we organize various events throughout the year:

  • Garage Sale and Closet Sale
  • Improv Theater Night
  • Blind Test
  • "Chocolats du Cœur" Sale at Christmas and Easter
  • Gift-wrapping stations at Maison du Monde and du Bruit dans la Cuisine from November through Christmas
  • Raffle
  • Sale of bee wraps made by the team
  • Participation in the Castelnau-le-Lez Christmas market (sale of jars of cookie and muffin mixes, bee wraps, jams, crafts, Christmas cards, etc.)
  • Sale of used speech-language therapy games and equipment to speech-language pathology students
  • Set up a Hello Asso fundraising page for online donations of any amount
  • Launch of Lilo (a search engine that funds social and environmental projects)
  • Sale of eco-cups and tote bags by the organization

Why did you join the organization as an individual member? What does your organization offer students?

Personally, I joined this organization to help others and work toward a good cause. In addition, this experience allows me to be part of a team and see a project through from start to finish.

Orthofaso is a charitable organization whose goal is to provide support at an orphanage for children with multiple disabilities. It allows the students who support us throughout the year to participate in various types of events that may interest and entertain them (trivia contests, raffles, clothing swaps, improvisational theater nights, sales of used items, etc.) while helping us with our project.

Why and how can I join your organization?

There is no membership in our association.

Can you tell us a little about the 2020–21 executive committee election?

The election for the Orthofaso team will take place during the first semester of the 2020–21 school year, but we cannot provide an exact date given the current health situation. Fourth-year speech-language pathology students who volunteer will then be able to join the association.

 

 

How can I contact you on social media?

Email: asso.orthofaso@gmail.com
Website: https://orthofaso.wixsite.com/orthofaso
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orthofaso
Instagram: Orthofaso_13

 

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – Discover ANIMN, the Association of New Residents!

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Our series introducing local organizations is back! Today, we sat down with Léa Savater, President of ANIMN, the Association of New Residents in Montpellier-Nîmes!

 

Could you tell us a little about your organization? What is its mission?

The Montpellier-Nîmes Association of New Residents (ANIMN) has been in existence since 2009 and is dedicated to organizing the graduation ceremony for sixth-year medical students at
the Montpellier-Nîmes Faculty of Medicine.

Can you tell us more about this event?

This event, a central part of the faculty’s calendar, provides an opportunity to congratulate students who have just taken the ECNi (National Computerized Ranking Exam). Following this exam, students choose their
specialty and the city where they will practice. The graduation ceremony is usually held at the Jardin des Plantes in the presence of the faculty’s teaching staff, the Dean, the University President, the Mayor, and representatives of the Medical Board. On this occasion, each student is presented with their graduation sash and diploma in front of their family and friends. It is a deeply moving and joyful occasion. Following the ceremony, the evening continues with a gala in the Cour d’honneur of the Faculty’s Historic Building for one last festive gathering between students and their families. This year, due to health restrictions, the ceremony will take place solely in the Cour d’honneur of the Historic Building on September 26.


 

Why did you join the organization as an individual member? What does your organization offer students?

This gathering gives our students a chance to come together one last time before each of them goes on to live in the city of their choice. This event is marked by a spirit of goodwill and allows us to celebrate the end of a chapter together. This year is especially significant, as we will be celebrating the 800th graduating class of the Montpellier-Nîmes School of Medicine; it is an incredible opportunity to experience this moment in a building so steeped in history.

How can I contact ANIMN?

Facebook: Montpellier-Nîmes New Interns Association

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – Meet Crocos du Monde!

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We met AMEO earlier. Today, we’re heading to Nîmes and even farther afield with the Crocos du Monde association!

In a nutshell, what is the Crocos du Monde association?

Founded in 2007, “Crocos du monde” is the student humanitarian association of the Faculty of Medicine’s Nîmes campus. Its goal is to enable medical and midwifery students to get involved in humanitarian work—each in their own way—and to raise awareness about global inequalities. The main objective is to organize an international solidarity project each year. Since the association’s founding, the Crocos have already traveled to Morocco, Burkina Faso, and even Togo last summer!

What activities do you carry out throughout the year? Can you tell us about them?

Throughout the year, we hold two major activities: events to raise funds for the international solidarity project and, starting this year, the local project in Nîmes, which has allowed us to carry out social initiatives throughout our city.

To fund our trip, we have been organizing activities at our university since the beginning of the year. We have already held several bake sales. During the holiday season, we raised money through gift-wrapping booths and a chocolate sale.

At the same time, the Nîmes project is structured around several initiatives, most of which are carried out in partnership with the French Red Cross in the Gard department, particularly for outreach patrols and visits to nursing homes.

Why did you join the organization as an individual member? What does your organization offer students?

I’ve always been interested in humanitarian work, and this organization has given me the opportunity to get involved through a variety of local initiatives that balance our academic commitments with the limited time we can devote to volunteer work.

This allowed me to become aware of the various needs around me and take action to address them, whether directly in Nîmes or through fundraising and preparing for the annual international solidarity trip.

Why and how do I join Les Crocos du Monde?

Our organization provides opportunities to get involved in social, community-oriented, and environmental initiatives. This allows you to make a difference and act in line with your values. Furthermore, it ties in with your studies by fostering social connections and interactions with people in need.

You can join in September, after the back-to-school general meeting, and then at any time throughout the year. Simply fill out a membership form and pay a 10-euro membership fee by check or cash, and you’ll officially become a member of Crocos du Monde. The association is open to all students at the University of Nîmes (PACES/PASS, medicine, midwifery).

A few words about the 2020–2021 executive board?

The election of our executive committee takes place in two parts:

  • First, an executive committee (EC) is elected. Following an online campaign period, the election was held in early June. Due to the current public health situation, we will hold the handover in person at the start of the school year.
  • Then, in late September, second-year members of the association (medicine or midwifery) will be able to run for office. After a short campaign, the BR selects its executive board based on the number of candidates per position.

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – A Look at AMEO

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Earlier this week, we metwith the Montpellier Health Tutoring Association. Today, we’re staying in Montpellier for our meeting with Kévin Vidal, the president of AMEO!

In a nutshell, what is AMEO?

AMEO is the Association of Orthoptics Students in Montpellier. It was founded in 2009 and aims to enrich the lives of orthoptics students through a variety of events. Through AMEO, we also represent students within the federations to which we belong— the AGEM (General Association of Montpellier Students) and the FFEO (French Federation of Orthoptics Students)—in order to defend their rights as students and ensure the quality of their education within the various governing bodies.

What activities or initiatives do you organize throughout the year?

Throughout the year, we organize various types of events:

  • Team-building events such as parties or group activities, as well as team-building weekends for new classes, an end-of-year gala, and a farewell party for recent graduates
  • Events focused on “prevention, solidarity, and citizenship,”such as fundraising drives for Pink October, the Telethon, or Sidaction.
  • As orthoptics students, we are in contact with the Valentin Haüy Association, an organization that works to defend the rights of people with visual impairments, provides them with training and access to employment, helps restore and develop their independence, and also offers cultural, sports, and recreational activities accessible to people with visual impairments.

AMEO also supports students throughout their studies and helps them transition into the workforce by sharing job openings with future graduates so they can enter the job market. Through these partners, AMEO also enables students to purchase orthoptic equipment at reduced prices by offering discounts or organizing group orders for educational materials.

Why did you personally choose the Orthoptics program, and what does the association offer students in this program?

Personally, I chose this field because the profession of orthoptist offers many opportunities. Patients come in all ages, and the conditions and rehabilitation methods are very diverse. For example, an orthoptist may work with premature infants or children with visual exploration issues, or with cases of atypical conditions such as shaken baby syndrome. We can also work with older adults with AMD or other eye conditions that result in significant functional impairment and, in some cases, a need for low-vision rehabilitation, as well as with people who simply need glasses or orthoptic therapy.

Another aspect I really love about this profession is the interdisciplinary nature of the work. We may find ourselves working with occupational therapists to adapt the environment for people with visual impairments, with speech-language pathologists on visual exploration strategies for children with attention disorders, or with physical therapists in the field of posturology. It is, therefore, a profession in which every case is different, one that offers the choice of working in a healthcare facility or in private practice, and one that provides the opportunity to continue learning about a wide range of disciplines throughout our careers.

How do you become a member of AMEO?

To join AMEO, you must be an orthoptics student in Montpellier. The membership fee is 3€ per year. To join, simply submit a request at the association’s office located on the ADV campus!

A few words about the 2020–2021 executive board?

The election of the 2020–2021 executive board takes place at the end of June during the general meeting to hand over leadership. Each slate running for the new executive board will present its rationale and plans. Each year, the executive board consists of at least one president, a secretary, a treasurer, a vice president in charge of communications, a vice president in charge of networking, a vice president in charge of partnerships, vice presidents in charge of events, and a vice president in charge of prevention, citizenship, and solidarity.

You can already find us on our social media channels:
Twitter: AMEOrthoptistes
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMEOMtp/
Instagram: @ameo_orthoptie

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – A Look at the Montpellier Health Tutoring Association

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After meeting with the Nîmes Health Tutoring Association, this week we’re joining the Montpellier Health Tutoring Association and its new president, Milla Esclafit-Cardoso! 

In a few words, what is the AssociationTutorat Santé Montpellier?

The Tutoring Program consists of second- and third-year health sciences students who have passed the PACES exam and who have been selected and trained for one year by the professors in charge of that year’s program. Our goal is to provide free, high-quality academic and emotional support to any student at the University of Montpellier and its branch campuses who wishes to pursue a degree in health sciences. To meet this need, three organizations are available to assist you: the Montpellier Health Tutoring Association, the Pharmacy Tutors Association, and the Nîmes Health Tutoring Program. 

These three organizations pool their resources to provide equitable support to all students and share a common goal of ensuring equal opportunity in the admissions process for health professions programs. 

What activities or initiatives do you organize throughout the year? 

To start the year off on the right foot, we’re offering a Pre-Semester Workshop that’s open this year to all PACES and PASS students: its goal is to review the entire first-semester curriculum, help students develop effective study habits, and introduce them to the university so they can find their bearings. 

Each week, we review the key points from each course in all subjects through multiple-choice quizzes reviewed by the professors: these sessions are offered at several different times so that students can adjust their schedules according to their availability. To help students with their questions, office hours are held every day at lunchtime on campus, and a forum is also available to students. 

To ensure regular and representative assessment, we organize weekly graded quizzes attended by approximately 900 students across our three campuses, as well as mock exams, which this year drew more than 1,600 students in the first semester. 

To adapt to the lockdown and public health measures, we held our sessions and review sessions online via Zoom, which we recorded so that PACES students with an unstable internet connection could watch them. We also expanded our YouTube channel to diversify our remote content, focusing on parts of the course that we felt were difficult for students to understand.

Beyond academic support, we help students navigate a demanding year by promoting activities focused on well-being: board game lunchtimes, relaxation workshops, and more… Our biggest wellness event is Pep’s Week, which takes place in early January—a particularly difficult time for PACES students. To help first-year students connect with upperclassmen, we set up a student mentoring program right at the start of the year. 

To further promote equal opportunity, the Tutoring Service works withHandiversité to offer a disability support service for students who need reasonable accommodations during sessions or exams. 

Finally, in the context of reform, we serve as key points of contact both within the university—by organizing career guidance forums—and at the local level through various student fairs, as well as at the national level by participating in conferences that bring together tutoring organizations from across France.

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What made you decide to join the organization? 

Tutoring helped me pass my PACES exam by supporting me for two years: this support was extremely valuable to me because I couldn’t afford to pay for the services of a private organization. The tutors’ availability, the quality of the sessions, and above all, the support with every aspect of PACES life—from studying to healthy habits to mental well-being—really helped me get through that challenging time. It was a no-brainer for me to apply to become a tutor after I was admitted to my second year of medical school, so I was delighted to join the UE7 team (Health, Humanities, Society). My year as a trainee tutor was so fulfilling that I wanted to continue the adventure by running for a position on the Tutoring Board to help revitalize the program during the year of the reform: so we changed our name from the Montpellier Medical Tutoring Association (ATM²) to the Montpellier Health Tutoring Association (ATSM) to better reflect our commitment to diversifying the backgrounds of incoming students across all health-related programs! 

What does the association offer students?

Beyond simply providing academic guidance, our goal is to offer genuine support to all young adults who are discovering college life and living away from home for the first time—and from whom we expect a very substantial workload. Our core value is equal opportunity, ensuring that selection for this first year is based on academic ability rather than financial circumstances. This aligns more broadly with our commitment to collegiality—a value we hold dear in the healthcare professions—and with our training, which is largely based on peer-to-peer learning. We are, first and foremost, students who have gone through this challenge ourselves and who are trying to help PACES students just as we needed help when we were in their shoes!

Why do you think someone should join your organization? 

In the first year, students can sign up for tutoring free of charge at any time throughout the year: there is no attendance requirement, but according to faculty surveys, attending 80% of the tutoring sessions is the best way to succeed on the entrance exam! 

If you wish to join the ATSM as a tutor, you will have the opportunity to be selected based on your application and an interview after your second-semester grades are released. You will then hold the status of Trainee Tutor during your second year and may continue as a Qualified Tutor when you advance to your third year. 

A few words about the 2020–2021 executive board?

The General Assembly to inaugurate our new executive board took place on June 9: we are all very excited to renew our commitment to supporting students repeating PACES, PASS, and LAS. We know that this year can be daunting for recent high school graduates, and we are ready to support them through this transition. 

We're in the process of changing our name, so for now, our old name is what appears on social media:

Facebook: Medicine Tutoring in Montpellier 

Instagram: 

Email contacts: 

  • General questions about the association, PACES, and PASS: asso.atsm@gmail.com
  • Questions about LAS: vicepresident.las.atsm@gmail.com
  • Questions about possible accommodations under the Disability Tutoring Program: vptutohandicap@gmail.com

Networks of other associations: 

Nîmes Health Tutoring: 

Association of Pharmacy Tutors: 

We've also put together a video presentation for you, in collaboration with the three tutoring programs!

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – A Look at the CNESF

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Following our meeting with Dis-Lalie, the Montpellier-based association for the speech-language pathology program, this week we’re meeting with the CNESF, the association for the midwifery program in Nîmes!

In a nutshell, what is the CNESF?

The Nîmes Midwifery Students’ Association is a nonprofit organization under the French Law of 1901 whose purpose is to represent midwifery students in Nîmes and to give them a voice within federations such as the ANESF (National Association of Midwifery Students, our program-specific federation) and the AGEM (General Association of Montpellier Students, our regional federation). It also aims to listen to midwifery students in Nîmes, advise them as much as possible, and defend their rights and interests. Our association helps energize the student life of its members by organizing events focused on solidarity and prevention, as well as social, athletic, and cultural events. Finally, it aims to enhance our skills as future healthcare professionals through access to continuing education.

What activities or initiatives do you organize throughout the year?

We are trying to expand our activities as much as possible through the association’s various divisions the association:

The Public Health Division has organized, for example, movie screenings followed by coffee-and-conversation discussions to explore topics such as female genital mutilation or anonymous adoption, particularly following screenings of films in partnership with the Sémaphore in Nîmes.

As part of the annual awareness campaign for breast cancer screening, we created a calendar for Pink October. It features prevention tips and information, and the money raised was donated to the League Against Cancer. We also participated in the Telethon alongside medical students.

Thanks to the growth of social media, we have created posters for global awareness days—such as the one created in collaboration with ANESF for World Contraception Day—and informational quizzes on various topics are also available. We’ve established a mentoring program where upperclassmen mentor students from different graduating classes, which we plan to expand further next year. 

Festive and team-building events were organized, including the end-of-year gala, which unfortunately could not take place. As we did last year, we continued to expand our babysitting network. As for AGEM and ANESF, we attend in person or remotely every board meeting and general assembly to represent the midwifery students of Nîmes in policy decisions.

Snack parties are held every month to raise funds for charities, to which we also donate children’s clothing and supplies.

Finally, we participated in PEPS Week, organized by Tutorat Santé Nîmes this year at the student fair, as well as in the Faculty’s open house, to do our best to answer questions from prospective students.

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Why did you personally choose the Maieutics track, and what does the association offer students in this track?


In my opinion, this is a field you choose out of passion. The program is long and require a significant investment, particularly in the many internships. But Supporting couples, mothers, women, and even babies is what makes the The diversity of our profession—and that’s what drew me to it. We do, in fact, have a broad range of expertise: whether in the private, public, or independent sectors, we can support women throughout their pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum period (provided there are no medical complications). We can also provide preventive gynecological care and contraception consultations. We sometimes face difficult situations, but these intense moments of life and emotion serve as a reminder of why we started this work in the first place.

The association, for its part, provides opportunities to get together—whether at the clubhouse or at events—and to learn through training programs offered by ANESF or AGEM. Members can also stay up to date on national news, which we share regularly. For those who want to get involved in student life, it’s a great way to thrive while working on their own projects and collaborating with other students.

Why do you think someone should join your organization? 

Joining our association is, above all, a gesture of support. We represent midwifery students in the faculty’s student life. Joining allows you to stay informed about various events and connect with other associations within the faculty or outside it. In fact, this entails membership in both AGEM and ANESF, which allows you to stay informed about discussions within these organizations and potentially make an impact by sharing your views on key issues. It is, therefore, an opportunity to take an active interest in the future of the profession and student life in the region, as well as to bring broader issues to light.

Membership is also the only way to vote at general meetings for the future teams that will represent you in the coming terms. And on the more fun side, membership gives you access to a wide range of partnerships that our fabulous VP of Partnerships has secured. From laser tag to products from Luneale, Fempo, and many others, these partnerships offer great discounts. Finally, we have partnerships with professional insurance providers that offer additional protection to students doing internships.

How do I sign up? 

Signing up is very easy: just come to our association’s office on campus between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. (every day) and pay 7 euros by check, cash, or even Lydia. We’ll give you a nice little membership card with our social media handles. You can join at any time throughout the year, but we close membership registration two weeks before the end-of-term General Assembly.

A few words about the 2020–2021 executive board?

Unfortunately, this year, given the health situation, the handover will take place remotely. We are in contact with the executive board members running for the 2020–2021 term and who are more motivated than ever. There are exciting projects on the horizon that we look forward to learning more about in detail. It’s with a slight twinge of sadness that we’re stepping down from this term, especially given the difficult end to the year, but we have complete confidence in the dedication of the incoming executive board. They are motivated young women with experience and a lot of enthusiasm—everything needed to succeed. We couldn’t have handed over this term with greater peace of mind than with such a wonderful new generation taking the reins!

Feel free to follow us on social media:

– Instagram: @CNESF

– Facebook: Nîmes Association of Midwifery Students

– Twitter: @CNESF2

 

 

 

 

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – Meeting with Dis-Lalie

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As we’ve seen, the Ademmoos association brings together elected representatives from every sector! This week, we’re focusing on the speech-language pathologists in Montpellier through the Dis-Lalie association! 

In a nutshell, what is the Dis-lalie association?

Dis-Lalie, founded in 1998, is the association for speech-language pathology students in Montpellier. The association’s goals are to foster student life through a variety of events and to represent speech-language pathology students in Montpellier within the federations to which Dis-Lalie belongs, namely the FNEO (National Federation of Speech-Language Pathology Students) and AGEM (General Association of Montpellier Students), to help students prepare for their transition into the workforce through conferences, training sessions, and meetings with partners and healthcare professionals, and to support students in defending their rights and ensuring the smooth progress of their education through engagement with university and local authorities.

What activities or initiatives do you organize throughout the year? 

Throughout the year, Dis-Lalie organizes events for student members:

  • Team-building events : team-building weekends and afternoons, social events, meals, ski trips, end-of-year ceremonies, attendance at the graduation ceremony for new graduates…
  • Speech-language pathology training : lectures (on Alzheimer’s disease, lip-reading, stuttering, etc.), training sessions, and workshops related to the profession (drawing, accounting, etc.)
  • Wellness Events : sophrology and yoga workshops.
  • Cultural events : city tour, tour of the anatomy museum, hikes around Montpellier, beer and chocolate tastings…
  • Events focused on prevention, civic engagement, and solidarity: bake sales for Telethon Week, Pink October, and Sidaction—with proceeds donated to charities; toy drives for hospitalized children at Christmas; collection of plastic bottle caps to be reused to make assistive devices for people with disabilities; participation in the “Teddy Bear Drive” at the hospital…

Dis-Lalie also supports students throughout their studies. Whether by offering discounts on speech-language pathology materials through our partnerships with publishers or by informing students about the financial aid and transportation assistance available to them. We also assist students who wish to spend a semester abroad with the necessary administrative procedures. Dis-Lalie further supports students interested in pursuing a university degree in speech-language pathology by sharing testimonials from speech-language pathology students on social media and by hosting applicants during their oral exams, among other things.

Why did you personally choose the speech-language pathology program, and what does the association offer students in this program?

Personally, I chose to pursue a career in speech-language pathology because it is a profession focused on care and, above all, rehabilitation, which allows you to see real progress in patients, particularly through speech-language therapy.  It’s a very diverse field. Patients come in all ages, and the conditions and rehabilitation methods are wide-ranging. For example, a speech-language pathologist might work with newborns who have oral motor disorders, children with learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysorthography, dyscalculia…), as well as patients with neurological conditions, hearing loss, those recovering from a stroke, or even those recovering from COVID-19! It is, therefore, a profession in which every case is different, offering the choice to work in a healthcare facility or in private practice, and providing the opportunity for ongoing training throughout one’s career on a wide variety of conditions.

Why do you think someone should join your organization? 

Our association allows speech-language pathology students in Montpellier to come together at various events, which fosters a sense of community and encourages sharing among students at our training center. Membership in Dis-Lalie offers students many benefits:

  • Discounts or free admission to events organized by the association
  • Access to conferences and training sessions on speech-language pathology, organized by our Vice President of Training
  • Preferential rates from our partner companies: insurance providers, publishing houses, etc.
  • Discounted or free transportation to events organized by the FNEO (training weekends and the national convention)
  • Opportunity to participate in all team-building, cultural, and wellness events organized by the association
  • Voting Rights at General Meetings

How do I sign up? 

Membership registration takes place every year in September. The membership fee is set at 11€ for the 2019–2020 school year.

A few words about the 2020–2021 executive board?

The election of the 2020–2021 executive board will take place at the end of October during the handover general meeting. The election of Dis-Lalie’s new executive board will be conducted position by position. Each candidate will have the opportunity to present their rationale to the assembly. Each year, the executive board consists of two co-chairs, a secretary, a treasurer, a vice president in charge of communications, a vice president in charge of training, a vice president in charge of international mobility, a vice president in charge of social issues, a vice president in charge of culture, a vice president in charge of partnerships, a vice president in charge of student representation, vice presidents in charge of events, vice presidents in charge of social gatherings, vice presidents in charge of prevention, citizenship, and solidarity, and an admissions coordinator.

Here are our contact details. Feel free to follow us on social media:

 

 

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – A Look at ADEMMOOS

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Last week, we met with the Association Carabins Montpelliéraine to learn more about student life for medical students. Today, Salomé Duteurtre, the Student Vice Dean, is answering our questions!

In a nutshell, what is ADEMMOOS?

ADEMMOOS is the Association of Student Representatives from Montpellier-Nîmes in the fields of Medicine, Speech-Language Pathology, Orthoptics, and Midwifery. It brings together nearly 40 elected student representatives from the various programs. 

We work every day to:

  • in Interprofessionalism : all of the faculty's academic programs are represented;
  • in Intersite, through a collaboration between residents of Montpellier and Nîmes;
  • for Represent all students in the UFR in dealings with the administration, the faculty, and the university hospital.

What activities or initiatives do you organize throughout the year? 

Above all, our year is shaped by our student advocacy efforts.

As such, we are represented on two major councils within the faculty:

  • The Academic Council facilitates collaboration among the various stakeholders in the faculty (faculty members, administrative staff, and students) regarding the programs offered by the UFR. Topics discussed include assessment methods and the evaluation of teaching materials. 
  • The Management Council is the faculty’s decision-making body, which votes on and reviews the internal regulations, the budget, agreements entered into by the faculty, and educational programs.

 

Our goal, therefore, is to give voice to students, often by conducting surveys that allow us to carefully gather their opinions and positions on the various issues that arise during the academic year. 

In addition, we are also carrying out a number of projects to improve our training conditions. For example, several of our initiatives focus on health promotion:

  • Improving student well-being in all its forms is one of our priorities. Given the difficulty and demands of our programs, some students may find themselves struggling; we strive to support them and refer them to resources that can help.
  • We are raising awareness about the flu vaccine to encourage students—future healthcare professionals—to get vaccinated. In particular, we organized a vaccination day on the faculty’s campus. 

We also support initiatives aimed at enhancing student life on campus. We participate in Open House events and European Heritage Days to lead tours and engage with the public. In addition, we help design and develop living and workspaces.

We keep students informed about the latest news from the faculty; for example, during the COVID-19 crisis, we regularly updated them on the situation and changes to our programs.

We help medical students choose their specialties through the Future Resident Forum (FFI), which we organize in partnership with the Languedoc-Roussillon Resident Union.

Finally, we work with all of the faculty’s student organizations:

  • We support student-led support and educational initiatives: PACES tutoring, tutoring for upper-level medical and midwifery students, iECN prep workshops…
  • We participate in student representation at the local level (AGEM) and at the national level through our respective academic program associations.

What does the association offer students?

Our organization promotes several things:

  • the support and the representation of all students enrolled in the Montpellier-Nîmes Faculty of Medicine at the University of Montpellier;
  • the promotion of improving student life (in terms of the quality of studies and educational offerings) within the academic unit by establishing an ongoing dialogue between students, their elected representatives, and student organizations—across all programs—belonging to the academic unit;
  • the gathering of students from the various departments within the UFR, particularly through the development of joint student initiatives, in order to transcend the divisions inherent in the different degree programs and foster mutual inspiration by leveraging the synergies of their diverse skills.

In addition, students are not required to make any financial contributions. Simply being enrolled in the UFR allows students to take advantage of all the activities offered by our association.

A few words about the 2020–2021 executive board?

Our association's executive board is made up of students—whether or not they are elected UFR representatives—who are appointed for a one-year term from October to October to coordinate the team of student representatives.

The 2020–2021 term will begin this summer: please feel free to contact the current executive board if you’re interested in any of the positions!

Please feel free to contact us with any questions about student representation!

 

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – A Look at the Association Carabine Montpelliéraine

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In addition to the Med’Ley Association, this week we’re also featuring the Association Carabine Montpelliéraine (ACM) and its president, Colin Azria.

In a few words, what is the Association Carabine Montpellieraine?

The Association Carabine Montpelliéraine (or the Montpellier Medical Student Association) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, and non-denominational association governed by the 1901 law, which aims to represent medical students in Montpellier. It is the only association that officially and exclusively represents medical students in Montpellier from the first year (PACES) through the sixth year.

Working closely with the PACES Tutoring Program and the teaching staff of the UFR Medicine, the ACM supports students throughout their academic career by providing a variety of resources (books, handouts, stethoscopes, and other equipment) and offering them the opportunity to participate in various events (charity initiatives, cultural events, student parties, galas, etc.).

In addition, the ACM is part of the local student representation network (Z’élus associatifs) and the national network (ANEMF—National Association of Medical Students of France), which advocates for students’ interests before administrative and governmental bodies.

What activities or initiatives do you organize throughout the year?

The activities we carry out are very diverse and encompass all the opportunities that may arise during our studies. First, we are setting up a direct sales service for course handouts to help students learn more effectively. 

We participate in national and international exchanges, which we organize through the ANEMF network in the form of various exchange programs. 

For several years now, we’ve also built strong relationships with local businesses throughout Montpellier that offer us “great deals.” We’re also in the process of expanding our scope of action to play a more active role in community solidarity and sustainable development in our beautiful city of Montpellier. From simple student parties to charitable events focused on global health—such as the Telethon, Movember, Pink October, and Sidaction—as well as the Medicine Gala, and through our Culture Division, which operates daily to offer organic food baskets, “ciné’kult” film screenings, and great deals for students in Montpellier, the ACM aims to support medical students throughout their studies.

Why did you personally choose to study medicine, and what does the association offer students in this program?

Personally, I’ve always been drawn to medical concepts, so it was only natural that I chose this field. It’s only when you choose to study medicine that you realize just how much work still lies ahead. But it’s by volunteering your time with an organization that you truly realize the immense scope of the work you can and must do. Having briefly described our activities above, I believe that the Corpo Médecine is an institution that, for several generations now, has been an integral part of the daily lives of medical students and helps keep our traditions alive. 

Why do you think someone should join your organization? 

By joining our association, you’ll be able to discover all our great deals in Montpellier, participate in all our events, gain access to the services we offer (sales of handouts, supplies, books, etc.), and much more!

How do I sign up? 

Joining is easy—just stop by the association’s office on the Arnaud de Villeneuve campus at 641 Avenue du Doyen Gaston Giraud, 34090 Montpellier. The membership fee is €10, payable each academic year. 

A few words about the 2020–2021 executive board?

The election of the Corpo Médecine executive board takes place at the end of each academic year and is conducted by second-year students. They select individuals from among their class to form the executive board for the following year. You can learn more about the new executive board members on our website.

We're also on social media—you can find us at: 

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#OrganizationOfTheWeek – A Look at Med’ley

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Last week, we caught up with the Carabins Crocodiles Club to learn more about community life in Nîmes. Today, Gaël Gomez, president of the Montpellier music association, is taking part in a Q&A session!

In a nutshell, what is Med’Ley?

Med’ley Montpellier Association is the music association based at the School of Medicine. Since last year, it has been open to all students in health-related programs (medicine, midwifery, pharmacy, dentistry, physical therapy, etc.). Above all, our goal is to bring music into these long and challenging courses of study. It also allows all these future healthcare professionals to interact with one another during our various events. It’s not just a club for musicians, but rather an opportunity for students to meet and connect in a musical setting.

What activities or initiatives do you organize throughout the year?

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The Med’ley association organizes a wide variety of events. First of all, we are fortunate to be able to bring joy to hospitalized children by performing in the pediatric wards at the Arnaud de Villeneuve and Gui de Chauliac University Hospitals. 

In addition to our humanitarian efforts, we organize concerts at well-known bars in Montpellier, as well as Blind Test and karaoke nights—all with the goal of bringing everyone together around the theme of music. 

In addition, for the past two years, our singing competition, the Med’ley Music Awards, has brought together singers from all academic disciplines at the University of Montpellier and other cities such as Toulouse and Nîmes. Held in the anatomy lecture hall, this competition draws more than 200 people every year, with a new feature introduced this year: our grand prize winner qualifies directly for the finals of the Coupe de France d’Interprétation. The winner also receives a studio recording session with our partner. 

In addition, at the end of the academic year, we organize a large outdoor concert in the Jardin des Plantes, featuring food and drink stands; however, due to the current crisis, it could not take place.

Med’ley also gives musicians the opportunity to perform at many other events, such as the Medicine Gala, the ACM’s Open Stages, and Heritage Days, among others.

Finally, throughout the year, in our music room, we organize tutorials to help members learn an instrument, as well as jam sessions to bring musicians together. 

What does the association offer students?

The club gives health sciences students the opportunity to come together through music, regardless of their major, and to take their minds off things. It allows people to connect and socialize in a much more lighthearted setting—one centered around music. 

In addition, through our work in pediatrics, these future healthcare professionals can come to view the hospital differently—from a more entertaining perspective. 

Why do you think someone should join your organization? 

First of all, our members have free access to our music room in the historic building, where they can practice, rehearse, or use the instruments we provide. 

They also have the opportunity to play at the CHU and perform at all the various events we’re involved in. But they can also simply come by to take advantage of our many special rates and have a good time enjoying the music. 

Members who want to learn to play an instrument or get back into it can participate in our Med’ley Tutorials. 

Finally, they'll be able to take advantage of discounts and special offers from our various partners. 

How do I sign up? 

Membership, which costs €5 for second-year students (DFGSM2, DFGSA2, etc.), €3 for PACES students and third-year students, and is free for students in higher years, can be purchased at any time of the year. 

You can join during our office hours at the various colleges, before or during our events, or by contacting us through our social media channels.

A few words about the 2020–2021 executive board?

The 2020–2021 executive board has already been selected and will take office after the General Assembly for the Handover of Duties, which will take place in early June. This motivated, promising board, brimming with new ideas, is sure to satisfy our future members, especially since it brings together four health-related programs… 

In the meantime, you can follow us on social media right now:

Facebook: @MedleyMontpellierAssociation 

Instagram: @medley.asso

 

 

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