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Medical Student Section (MSS)—standing committees

The MSS Governing Council appoints AMA medical student members to serve on its standing committees

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Appointed annually by the MSS Governing Council, the MSS standing committees support the mission of the MSS by performing various tasks as requested by the governing council.

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Responsibilities

These AMA committees support the governing council in a number of ways, and responsibilities vary across the committees. Some of these include:

  • Assisting in the creation and the review of policy proposals advocating for the health of diverse populations.
  • Encouraging student members to engage deeply with health policy.
  • Reviewing MSS resolutions in preparation for the annual and interim meetings.
  • Organizing public health initiatives, establishing the AMA as a leader in improving public health.
  • Advancing key student issues through educational initiatives.

Term of service

One year, commencing in July for summer applicants. Six months, commencing in January for fall applicants.

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