Student Grants & Award Opportunities

The Office of Professionalism is committed to supporting students as they engage in meaningful service, scholarship, and professional development. Through the C.O.M.M.I.T. (Community Outreach Molding Medical Identities to Thrive) Grant and the S.E.R.V.E. (Student Empirical Research Visualizing Excellence) Scholarship, students have access to funding that advances community-based initiatives and supports the dissemination of scholarly work. Together, these opportunities encourage students to strengthen community partnerships, contribute to the field of medical education and professionalism, and continue their growth as future physicians.

S.E.R.V.E. Scholarship (external link)

S.E.R.V.E. stands for “Student Empirical Research Visualizing Excellence.” Currently enrolled McGovern Medical School students traveling to present an accepted poster or abstract at one of the conferences listed below have the opportunity to apply and receive travel funds:

1. Academy for Professionalism in Healthcare Conference (APHC)
2. UT SHINE Conference

More information on this scholarship and its application can be accessed by clicking here. (external link) You may also contact us at [email protected] for any questions.

C.O.M.M.I.T. Grant (external link)

C.O.M.M.I.T. stands for “Community Outreach Molding Medical Identities to Thrive.” The Office of Professionalism presents the inaugural C.O.M.M.I.T. Grant Application for approved and registered Student Organizations that will conduct an activity that promotes professionalism and/or community immersion.

More information on this grant and its application can be accessed by clicking here (external link). You may also contact us at [email protected] for any questions.