Student Organizations

Ohio Podiatric Medical Student Association

The Ohio Podiatric Medical Student Association serves as the governing branch of the student organizations and student body at KSUCPM. It is an affiliate of the American Podiatric Medical Student Association (APMSA) and the Ohio Podiatric Medical Association (OPMA). OPMSA is led by a president, president-elect, and executive board, which coordinates all facets of student activities, including local and national affairs, business administration, clinic management, public information, and extracurricular activities. Each year, OPMSA coordinates for the student body a lecture series, annual symposium, social events, sporting events and a senior book. On a national level, OPMSA represents the students in all academic and national affairs concerning the profession of podiatric medicine and podiatric medical education.

OPMSA.org

American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS)

• A Student Chapter of ACFAS
• Cadaveric tendon transfer
• Saw Bones Workshop
• Suturing Workshop
• Injections
• Gowning and Gloving
• Guest Lecturers: Surgical Case Presentations
• Yearly ACFAS Board Liaison visit
• Annual Scientific Conference for Young Members
• Research opportunities

American Association of Podiatric Practice Management (AAPPM)

• A Student Chapter of AAPPM
• Family Night: Annual event for students with spouses, families, or significant others to meet and greet and learn how to be supportive
• AAPPM Residency Q&A with a panel of fourth year students
• Financial Planning for the Future Presentation

The American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics (ACFAP)

• Pediatric based speakers and events throughout the year
• Kinesio taping workshop for toe walkers
• Volunteering at Ronald McDonald House
• Pumpkin carving and pumpkin decorating with students and children from the KSUCPM community

American Association of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM)

• Guest lecturers on sports medicine topics
• Taping workshop
• Suturing workshop with the residents
• Monthly volunteer opportunities to work with faculty at local races and events to provide medical attention to the athlete by taping and improving on clinical skills.
• Annual Cleveland Browns Tailgate

KSUCPM Men's Basketball Club

• The Men’s Basketball club is open to all students regardless of skill level to participate in pickup games and community league for competitive play
• Opportunity to participate in the National Men's Basketball Tournament featuring teams from each podiatry program in the country

KSUCPM Women's Basketball Club

• The Woman’s Basketball club is open to all students regardless of skill level to participate in pickup games and community league for competitive play
• Opportunity to participate in the National Women’s Basketball Tournament featuring teams from podiatry programs across the country

Pi Delta National Honor Society

Pi Delta National Honor Society — Beta Chapter Pi Delta is the National Podiatric Honor Society demonstrating high standards of intellectual and scholarly activity. A student may become a candidate for active membership in the Pi Delta Honor Society and participate in chapter activities and meetings who:

Has a grade point average of at least 90 percent (3.6/4.0) or its equivalent.
Is in the top 20 percent of his/her class.
Has completed a minimum of two years of scholastic work applicable toward the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.
Possesses an aptitude for achievement in the art and science of podiatric medicine.
Possesses high moral character.
Demonstrates leadership ability.

Active membership may be granted after the second year to the podiatric medical student who:

Has a grade point average of at least 90 percent (3.6/4.0) or its equivalent.
Has completed a suitable scholarly activity as determined by the Pi Delta advisor at the institution in which the student is enrolled. The possibilities include: Preparation of a paper suitable for publication. The format of the paper is to be designated by the individual college.
Active involvement in a research project that includes a written description by the student of his/her participation in the project and verification of participation by the principal investigator.
Completion of an oral or poster presentation at a national, state, local or institutional meeting.
Possesses an aptitude for achievement in the art and science of podiatric medicine.
Possesses high moral character.
Demonstrates leadership ability.

For questions contact the Office of Student Affairs.

Healthy Minds and Soles Association

Slogan: Healthy Minds and Soles are the goals.
Podiatric Medicine and Mental Health Presentation Series
Develop Healthy Minds and Soles Newsletter
Podiatric Pathology and Patient Mental Health Research
Patient Interaction and Mental Health Skills Development Workshops

KSUCPM Global Brigades Club

It is a global organization providing students the opportunity to go on medical related service trips and gain hands on experience with Physicians, Pharmacists, Community Health Workers, and more.
A Telemedicine option where they will provide students with the same experience and hands on opportunities