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SUMMARY:Innovations in Medical Education (IME) Conference: Transforming Health Professions Education Through Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Join a growing community of learners\, teachers\, scholars\, and leaders united to promote change through innovation in health professions education. Our goal is to move education in the health professions toward a higher level of excellence and wellbeing. At the 23rd annual IME Online Conference in 2026 we will provide a forum for sharing innovative ideas and educational innovations. \nThe IME Conference is a 100% online event on Wednesday-Thursday\, February 11-12\, 2026. This format supports our goal of expanding the global network of innovative health care educators.
URL:https://keck.usc.edu/calendar/event/innovations-in-medical-education-ime-conference-transforming-health-professions-education-through-innovation-2/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Conference or Symposia
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SUMMARY:Sweetheart station
DESCRIPTION:  \nSTEP INTO THE SWEETHEART STATION AND CREATE A VALENTINE GIFT BAD THAT’S UNIQUELY YOURS BY CHOOSING FROM A VARIETY OF TREATS\, CUTE GOODIES\, AND FILL-IN-THE-BLANK VALENTINE COUPONS. ADD A HANDWRITTEN NOTE TO MAKE IT EXTRA SPECIAL AND GIFT IT TO A PARTNER\, FRIEND\, OR EVEN YOURSELF.
URL:https://keck.usc.edu/calendar/event/sweetheart-station/
LOCATION:Hoffman Medical Research Building\, First Floor\, Keck School of Medicine of USC\, 2011 Zonal Ave\,\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Promoted,Student Life
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T115226
CREATED:20260113T182306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T182306Z
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SUMMARY:Foundations of Financial Wellness: Plan.Save.Grow Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Financial wellness is an important contributor to overall health and well-being\, which is why the USC Healthy Campus Financial Wellness subcommittee\, in collaboration with USC Credit Union\, Fidelity\, Metlife\, and Captrust\, is hosting “Foundations of Financial Wellness: Plan.Save.Grow”. \nJoin us from 12-1 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month from February to May for information on creating a solid budget and emergency savings plan\, understanding estate planning\, retirement strategies\, and the basics of investing. \nThis webinar series for faculty and staff will help you take control of your financial future and set you on the path to long-term financial wellness. \nTo learn more and register\, visit the event webpage.
URL:https://keck.usc.edu/calendar/event/foundations-of-financial-wellness-plan-save-grow-webinar-series/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Wellness and Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T140000
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CREATED:20260122T211500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T211500Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Research Roundtable: Bridge to Better Cancer Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Join our new research-focused discussion series bringing together researchers from Los Angeles regional cancer centers including USC\, UCLA\, City of Hope\, Cedars Sinai\, and Charles Drew University\, to advance dialogue and collaboration in cancer health disparities research. \nOur next session Turning “No” into Opportunity: Understanding Why Cancer Patients Decline Research Participation to Close Disparity Gaps\, Increase Enrollment\, and Ignite Collaborative Projects is Wednesday\, February 11 at 1pm\, facilitated by Joel Sanchez Mendez and Mariana Stern\, PhD of USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. \nIn this session we will discuss current work conducted at the USC Center for Optimization of Participant Engagement for Cancer Characterization (COPECC) as part of the Participant Engagement and Cancer Genome Sequencing Network (PE-CGS)\, as well as discuss potential novel collaborations and projects that could be undertaken by members of the Regional Research Roundtable. \nTime: February 11\, 2026 1:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95981274911\nMeeting ID: 959 8127 4911 \nContact gracezam@usc.edu with any questions.
URL:https://keck.usc.edu/calendar/event/regional-research-roundtable-bridge-to-better-cancer-outcomes/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Talk/Workshop,Promoted
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SUMMARY:116th Annual Vladimir Zelman\, MD\, PhD Distinguished and Endowed Lectureship
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Anesthesiology cordially invites you to the 16th Annual Vladimir Zelman\, MD\, PhD Distinguished and Endowed Lectureship on Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026. This lecture welcomes USC community and alumni from HSC and UPC.\n\n2026 Zelman Lecture Event Details:\nDate:  Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026\nTime: 4:30pm – 5:30pm Welcome Reception | 5:30pm – 7:30pm Lecture\nLocation:  Aresty Lobby and Auditorium\, Lower Ground\n1450 Biggy St.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90033\nUSC Health Science Campus\n\nThis year’s lecture\, titled “Environmental and Psychological Impact of LA Fires on Human Health” addresses the recent California fires that profoundly affected Altadena and Pacific Palisades. This topic holds particular significance for our department\, as many of our faculty and team were directly impacted by these devastating events.\n\nOur distinguished speakers are from the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences:\n\nJennifer B. Unger\, PhD\, Professor of Population and Public Health Sciences at USC Keck School of Medicine. Her research focuses on the psychological\, social\, and cultural influences on health-risk and health-protective behaviors among diverse populations.\n\nDaniel W. Soto\, EdD\, MPH\, Assistant Professor at USC Keck School of Medicine and director for the Center for Population Health (CPH). He has over 20 years of population-based health behavior research experience and has established effective community engagement\, recruitment\, and retention methods for populations across the United States.\n\nContact Kellie Kawamoto (kellie.kawamoto@med.usc.edu) if you have any questions.
URL:https://keck.usc.edu/calendar/event/116th-annual-vladimir-zelman-md-phd-distinguished-and-endowed-lectureship/
LOCATION:Aresty Auditorium\, 1450 Biggy St\, Los Angeles\, 90033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Talk/Workshop,Promoted
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T200000
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CREATED:20260106T185900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T222707Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the White Coat: MDs Reimagined
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Trojan Connects panel featuring Keck School of Medicine alumni who have transformed their medical training into bold\, nontraditional careers in innovation\, policy\, entrepreneurship\, public health\, and more. This conversation is designed to help early-career MDs and trainees explore pathways\, skillsets\, and opportunities to expand their impact beyond clinical care. \nThis program is presented as part of USC’s global alumni networking week — Trojan Connects. \n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\n\nProgram\n\nA medical degree opens far more doors than clinical practice alone. This special Trojan Connects panel highlights Keck School of Medicine alumni who have leveraged their training in unexpected ways — building companies\, shaping health policy\, leading nonprofit initiatives\, advancing biotech and innovation\, engaging in medical communications\, contributing to public health\, consulting\, and more. \nDesigned for early-career MDs and current trainees\, the session explores how physicians are redefining impact beyond the bedside. Participants will hear real stories of career pivots\, gain insight into the skillsets that support them\, and learn how to recognize opportunities that align with their passions and expertise. Connect with peers\, learn from alumni experiences\, and discover just how far a medical degree can take you. \nView the full Trojan Connects schedule for more events dedicated to networking\, community and professional momentum. \n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Details\n\n \nModerator:\nLinda Mirdamadi MD ’94 \nPresident\, Salerni Collegium Alumni Association\, Keck School of Medicine of USC \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nAnurag Jindal\, MD ’02\nSenior Managing Director\, Investment Banking\, Leernik Partners\n\n\n\n\n\nPhilip Bretsky\, MD\, PhD ’05\nPrivate Practice / Hospital Attending Physician at Santa Monica Primary Care\n\n\n\n\n\nAva Avalos\, MD ’00\nHIV specialist and Technical Adviser\, Botswana’s Health Ministry\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlexander Klonoff\, MD\, MBA ’19\n\n\nSenior Leader Reviewer\, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
URL:https://keck.usc.edu/calendar/event/beyond-the-white-coat-mds-reimagined/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Other,Student Life
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