Baylor College of Medicine launched the Volunteer Time Off Program in 2015, and since then employees have committed more than 870 hours working in the community. The program gives employees one paid day off a year to serve in the community.
It’s August, and that means there are lots of new faces around the halls of Baylor College of Medicine. New medical school and graduate school students started July 31, with both groups being welcomed at new-student orientations.
Two years ago, leadership, faculty, staff and trainees set out to create innovative, interdisciplinary learning opportunities that will prepare students for careers in team-based science and healthcare. The result was a new initiative called Team Launch.
The BCM BeWell program offers opportunities for benefits-eligible employees to improve their health and well-being while also supporting important charity initiatives.
BCM’s Resource Stewardship and Sustainability Program began in 2006 and has grown into one of the largest recycling programs in the Texas Medical Center, but the program wouldn’t have achieved this success without its committed volunteers, like Nina Lee.
Students, parents, educators and many more gathered at the new Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions building for its grand opening on June 1.
Every month we focus on an outstanding staff member of the BCM Family. This month, it’s Katie Holtman with the Office of Communications and Community Outreach.
Taking care of your health is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Baylor College of Medicine experts have plenty of tips to help you stay healthy. This month’s Health Hint focuses on health challenges that middle-aged adults may face.
