Statement of Purpose

The C. Thorpe Ray Society is dedicated to promoting the ideals and interests of the field of Internal Medicine through both social and academic functions. Participation in this organization provides students with additional opportunities to pursue an interest and increase knowledge in the field of Internal Medicine. Group functions also provide students with the opportunity to interact with the Internal Medicine faculty on an informal basis.

The Society's monthly academic meetings cover a broad range of topics that allow for learning and discussion of issues important to Internal Medicine. Through participation, students become more prepared for their clinical experiences in the field of Internal Medicine. The old tradition of the Morning Report has taken on new form as part of the Society's yearlong series of luncheons and round-table discussions.

Social events hosted by the C. Thorpe Ray Society include the Annual Wine & Cheese party, held in the fall, and the Annual Crawfish Boil/Fun Run, which is held in the spring. Both events provide an excellent opportunity for meeting faculty and fellow peers, as well as for having a great time. The Society also has the honor of presenting the Medicine Clerkship Award to the most outstanding student of each third year Medicine rotation.