The AAMC created RISE: Developing Future Leaders in Academic Medicine & Science with the goal of helping students build leadership skills and knowledge that are vital to both their journey as a medical student, resident, and their future as a physician leader. The AAMC now offers two distinct programs for medical students at different stages in their journey:
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RISE: Developing Future Leaders in Academic Medicine & Science for Rising Second Year Medical Students
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RISE: Developing Future Leaders in Academic Medicine & Science for Fourth Year Medical Students
Who Should Attend?Student leaders who demonstrate a willingness and ability to positively impact the culture and/or learning environment at your institution. Example nominees could include, but are not limited to:
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Class officers
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Student interest group officers
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Peer mentors
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Student advocates
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Students involved in community service
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AAMC Organization of Student Representatives (OSR)
Upcoming Seminars
RISE: Developing Future Leaders in Academic Medicine & Science for Fourth Year Medical Students (MS4):
March 27-29, 2026
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
Salt Lake City, Utah
RISE: Developing Future Leaders in Academic Medicine & Science for Second Year Medical Students (MS2):
The 2026 program will be held in June 2026. Stay tuned for upcoming dates and announcements.
The nomination process will open this winter.
Questions? Email Amy Ginder. | 
