The Medical Student Advisory Council (MSAC) is composed of the entire student body of the medical school, from years 1-6. MSAC is the student governing body of the medical school, and is in charge of funding student interest groups, planning social events, and providing representatives to the UMKC School of Medicine Alumni Board, Student Government Association, Management Team Meetings, and other School of Medicine councils as requested by the Dean. The executive officers of the council consist of a President, Executive Vice-President, Administrative Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary, who are elected by a vote of active MSAC members. Active MSAC Membership status is achieved after a student attends at least 50% of the projected number of meetings. Faculty and administration are traditionally actively involved in the planning and participation of activities.

Our Mission: To provide students at the UMKC School of Medicine with

  1. An opportunity to participate in relaxing and enjoyable social activities,
  2. An opportunity to voice their ideas/concerns regarding the School of Medicine,
  3. Student advocates at the School of Medicine.
Activities:

Snowball/FAPAN (Feb-March) – this is the annual School of Medicine Formal for of students from all years. FAPAN is traditionally held at the beginning of the night, and is composed of student skits (on video) impersonating other students and faculty. A prize is given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

March Madness Tournament (March) – Docent Units from all years are allowed to fill out brackets to enter in the School of Medicine NCAA Tournament Pool. A prize is given to the winning unit.

Royals vs. Cardinals Baseball Game (May-June) – Students from all years are given the opportunity to attend the home game of the K.C. Royals versus the St. Louis Cardinals. Tickets are limited.

Volleyball Tournament (Sept) – Students from all years organize into teams, and participate in a double-elimination volleyball tournament at Volleyball Beach. A prize is given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners.