Intercultural Excellence at the Larner College of Medicine | February 2026
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February is American Heart Month
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Each February, we observe American Heart Month to highlight cardiovascular health and the clinical, behavioral, and structural factors that shape outcomes. Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women and men. This month, learn how heart health affects patients and populations across a variety of social and clinical contexts.
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2/16 - President's Day (University Closed)
2/17 - 3/3- Lunar New Year (Year of the Horse)
2/18 - Ash Wednesday
2/18 - 3/19- Ramadan
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Tie Blankets for Golisano Children's Hospital a Success!
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This January, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring legacy of service, equity, and compassion, the Office of Intercultural Excellence hosted its fourth annual tie blanket–making event. Together, participants created fleece blankets for Golisano Children’s Hospital, offering warmth, comfort, and care to young patients during their hospital stays and moments when it is needed most.
We are deeply grateful to all of the faculty, staff, and students who participated, including colleagues from the Dean’s Office, Medical Education, Medical Communications, Hematology/Oncology, Neurological Sciences, Family Medicine, Admissions, the College of Nursing & Health Sciences, and the Student National Medical Association. Their presence and collaboration reflect a shared commitment to service and community partnership.
These contributions—large and small—reflect the compassion and collective responsibility that define our Larner community. Thank you for helping demonstrate what it truly means to care for one another and to live out our values through meaningful action.
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| Wear Red for Heart Health!
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Show your support on National Wear Red Day by wearing red and joining us in the Hoehl Gallery for a group photo as we raise awareness about the leading cause of death for women and men—heart disease.
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Monday, February 9, 2026
1:00 pm
Hoehl Gallery
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Larner’s Student National Medical Association (SNMA) chapter has selected new leaders for the 2026–2027 term. SNMA supports underrepresented minority medical students, develops culturally competent and socially conscious physicians, and advances care for underserved communities.
The leadership team from the Class of 2029 is Co‑Presidents Sakile Stephenson and Miranda Graves; Vice President Romoye Sohan; Community Outreach Chair Elle Hill; and Treasurer Selena Henry.
We congratulate the new leaders and look forward to their continued impact within our communities.
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SNMA Black History Month Trivia Night!
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It’s time once again for SNMA’s annual Black History Month Trivia Night! Test your knowledge, learn something new, and celebrate the people and moments that shape Black history and culture. From medicine and music to sports and pop culture—plus food, prizes, and bragging rights—join us for an evening of learning and fun.
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
5:45 pm
Med Ed 100 Larner Classroom
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Gender Equity Education Series
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Menopause as a Cardiovascular State
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Jayne Morgan, M.D.
Vice President of Medical Affairs
Hello Heart
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
12:00 pm -1:00 pm
Med Ed 300 & Zoom
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Health C.A.R.E Grand Rounds Series
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Developing Biomedical Training Programs to Increase Student Success in the Translational Research Workforce
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Keke Fairfax, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Director of Research and Education Excellence and Success
Division of Microbiology and Immunology
Department of Pathology, University of Utah
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Thurs, February 19, 2026
11:45 am -12:45 pm
Rowell 103 & Zoom
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| National Library of Medicine
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Binding Wounds, Pushing Boundaries: African Americans in Civil War Medicine
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During the American Civil War, African Americans overcame prejudices to serve as surgeons, nurses, laundresses, cooks, and laborers. Their participation challenged the prescribed notions about race and gender and pushed the boundaries of Blacks’ role in America.
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Dr. Alexander Thomas Augusta (1825–1890) became the first Black physician commissioned in the U.S. Army in 1863? Appointed a Surgeon, with the rank of Major, he was a pioneering—yet often overlooked—figure in American medical, military, and civil‑rights history.
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Presidential Distinguished Burack Lecture
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Disruptive Dualities?: The Transformative Potential of Disillusionment Within a Broken Academy
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Brit M. Williams, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Education and Biomedical and Health Sciences, UVM,
Faculty and Co-Investigator, New American Youth on the Rise (NAYR)
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Monday, February 9, 2026
4:30 pm
UVM Alumni House
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2026 Our Common Ground Symposium
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Building Resilience through Connection
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Held every March, the Our Common Ground Symposium is an evolution of UVM's prestigious Inclusive Excellence Symposium and Blackboard Jungle. This four-day event brings scholars, performers, and community members together for lectures and conversation that center on a specific, timely theme.
Members of the Larner community can register for free with the code: LCOM
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| Intro to Neurodivergent Experiences: ADHD and Learning
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Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning.
This session provides an overview of how differences in attention, focus, and organization shape learning and engagement.
Learn more
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| 2026 Hospital Medicine Conference
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This conference will focus on key clinical advancements and guidelines to ensure optimal patient care. The target audience is comprised of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and nurses practicing Hospital Medicine.
Learn more
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Public Health Grand Rounds- "Maternal Health Innovation: Supporting Equity in the Perinatal Period"
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Public Health Grand Rounds is a collaborative presentation series offered by the UVM Larner College of Medicine Division of Public Health and the Vermont Department of Health.
Speakers: Emily Smith, Courtney Smalt, Katy Leffel
Learn more
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New England History of Medicine Society- "Jim Crow & the Asylum: Psychiatry and Civil Rights in the American South"
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Kylie Smith, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Director, Center for Healthcare History and Policy, Emory University
There is a complicated history of racism and psychiatric healthcare in the Deep South states. Dr. Smith offers a comprehensive look at how racism affected Black Southerners with mental illness during the Jim Crow era.
Learn more
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Medical Education Grand Rounds- "Why Do They Call It a Learning Curve? How to Use the Non-linearity of Learning to Improve Your Education Programs and Research"
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Martin V. Pusic M.D., Ph.D., Harvard Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties
Ever wonder why they call it Learning Curve? In this session, we will explore how learning works at a fundamental level that applies widely throughout health professions education.
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Red Cross Declares Severe Shortage after Blood Supply Falls 35% in Past Month
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The American Red Cross is issuing a severe blood shortage after the national blood supply fell about 35% over the past month.
Read more
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Medicare’s Role in Fighting Chronic Disease | New England Journal of Medicine
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The Trump administration’s commitment to fight chronic disease in the United States should prioritize the low-hanging fruit of reducing these conditions among the Americans with the highest incidence and the highest costs of care: Medicare beneficiaries.
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The future of cardiovascular care: Dr. Jayne Morgan speaks to the power of Hello Heart + Amwell
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Jayne Morgan, MD, cardiologist, on-air medical expert and vice president of medical affairs at Hello Heart talks about the benefits and future of digital care programs for heart health.
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Promoting Fairness in Screening Programs for Late-Career Practitioners | New England Journal of Medicine
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Late-career physicians (LCPs) are an integral part of the U.S. medical workforce. Nearly a quarter of practicing physicians in the United States are over 65 years of age, and they are serving at a time of overall physician scarcity. Older physicians bring valuable wisdom and expertise to patient care, but many will experience cognitive and physical decline that may affect their clinical skills.
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Hospitals and health systems depend on H-1B visa-sponsored physicians. So, what happens now?
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When President Trump announced a $100,000 fee for all new H-1B visa applications, it sent shock waves through the health care system. Here’s the latest.
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AI will now draft your residency recommendation letter | AAMC
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Faculty say artificial intelligence tools help them write these important letters faster and better. But questions remain about data privacy and the human touch.
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10 facts about medical residents | AAMC
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New AAMC data show more women and international medical graduates, among other trends, in 2024-25.
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10 things to know about this year’s surprisingly fierce flu season
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Infectious disease doctors explain why the flu is striking so hard and how to prevent and manage the illness.
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