12/17/2025
At the CUSM, we have a strong commitment to community-engaged learning and the important role it has in training future physicians. Our medical students complete a course and program called CHANGE, Community Health Advocacy, Navigation, and enGagement Experience, in which students work with community partners to address health priorities and health disparities in the Inland Empire.
The program emphasizes mutually beneficial learning and engagement in alignment with CUSM’s mission to educate and increase physician providers in the region, as well as improve health access and outcomes.
This year, eight second-year medical students were recognized for their outstanding achievements in the CHANGE program.
Our award recipients included:
First row, left to right: Celine Grace Bojo, Michelle Song, Daisy Ha-Vo, Niall Biag.
Second row, left to right: Ryan Ghassemi, Kathryn Sharp, Eliz Frazer, Elias Gennaoui