Sigma Phi Alpha Rho Chapter Honorary Osteopathic Service

Sigma Phi Alpha Rho Chapter Honorary Osteopathic Service Fraternity Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine

ARCOM ΣΣФ Mission Statement The mission of the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Sigma Phi Chapter (ARCOM ΣΣФ) is to promote scholastic excellence and enhance a higher degree of fellowship among medical students, promote valuable volunteer experiences through our involvement in the Fort Smith community, and participate in events that complement medical education and serve to enrich the overall experience of medical students. We also seek to uphold the tenets of Osteopathic Medicine and promote professional conduct that embraces the principles and teachings of the profession.

Current Members • Class of 2023 - 13 members • Class of 2022 - 40 members • Class of 2021 - 41 members

2020 -2021 Officers Kendra Calvin President kcalvin@arcomedu. org Kara La Gorio Secretary klagorio@arcomedu. org Sarah Bowen Vice President sbowen@arcomedu. org Shiza Said Events Coordinator ssaid@arcomedu. org Akhil Abraham Treasurer aabraham@arcomedu. org

Volunteering with Next Step • Monthly volunteer opportunity for SSP members • SSP and ARCOM physicians work personally with a local clinic • Great way to give back to our community

Requirements to Gain Membership • Complete at least one full semester at ARCOM • Have a 3. 5 cumulative GPA • Submit a short application • Have no violations of the AOA Code of Ethics since entering medical school at ARCOM • Maintain a 3. 0 GPA after membership has been obtained

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