On Monday, October 7, Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, national health regulator and administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, will be on campus at Meharry Medical College recognizing its dedication to tackling health disparities globally. Brooks-LaSure, a recognized top global health leader by TIME, will be addressing and celebrating the diverse medical students who are set to become the next generation of healthcare providers caring for the underserved.
Convocation is a time-honored tradition that plays a pivotal role in reinforcing Meharry’s deep commitment to both its students and its enduring mission. It serves as a powerful reminder of the vital connection between academic excellence and the responsibility to address health care disparities in underserved communities. By celebrating the significant achievements and milestones students have reached, we aim to inspire their continued dedication to making a meaningful impact through service and compassionate care. Through Convocation, Meharry hopes to ignite a lifelong passion for improving health care access and outcomes in vulnerable populations, while strengthening the bonds that tie every student to Meharry’s mission.
