Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

08/26/2026

The latest issue of OUWB's official magazine is now available online!
Featured stories include:
- An in-depth report on the 2026 OUWB Study Trip to Auschwitz.
- A profile of a former Navy SEAL who is now an OUWB student.
- The heartwarming story of three recent graduates who relied on each other to find success in medical school.
- Details about an OUWB alum who became an Underwater Medical Officer.
And much more!
Find it at https://content.villagepress.com/OU/26/SU/project/index.html

08/20/2026

It was great to see members of the OUWB Class of 2018 reunite on the Katke-Cousins Golf Course for the fifth annual OUWB Corewell Health Classic on Aug. 17! OUWB Stephan Sharf Dean Chris Carpenter, M.D., thanked the alumni for attending and “paying it forward!”

Alumni traveled from California, Ohio, and the metro Detroit area to reconnect, enjoy a round of golf, and support medical student scholarships.

In its fifth year, the Classic has raised $200,000 to support OUWB students. We’re grateful to all of our alumni, sponsors and supporters who continue to make this impact possible.

Thank you to our sponsors: Corewell Health, Optalis Health & Rehabilitation, Renaissance Plastic Surgery, LMT Rehabilitation, Arvon, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Pixley Funeral Homes Dignity Memorial.

08/19/2026

OUWB's Medical Student Government hosted a student organization and interest group fair last week.

In a true display of the many opportunties available to students at OUWB, 40 groups participated.

"Being involved in student groups is a good way to get involved early, but not be overly committed," said Sarah Sheena, M2, vice president, MSG. "It's also a great way to meet people who have similar backgrounds and interests."

08/14/2026

Holocaust experts from near and far were part of the first Medical Humanities and Clinical Bioethics class held for new medical students at OUWB.

One was Teresa Wontor-Cichy, Ph.D., a historian from the research center at the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Poland. She also is a tour guide and delivers lectures for OUWB students who annually travel to Poland for the Study Trip to Auschwitz.

The other was Katie Chaka Parks, Ph.D, director, Education, The Zekelman Holocaust Center, which is in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Parks also serves as a co-leader of the study trip.

Abe Brummett, Ph.D, associate professor, Department of Foundational Medical Studies, led the class.

“The reason why I wanted to move this to the very first class is because I want the students to have a stronger historical understanding of why we talk about bioethics and medical humanities at OUWB so much in the first place,” he said.

Holocaust experts from near and far were part of the first Medical Humanities and Clinical Bioethics (MHCB) class held for new medical students at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine.

08/07/2026

Future physicians from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine’s 16th class were the stars Friday in one of the school’s signature events — the White Coat Ceremony.

About 1,000 attended in person or watched the livestream.

Christopher Carpenter, M.D., Stephan Sharf Dean, welcomed everyone, and delivered the keynote.

“When you are keeping your patients healthy and well, diagnosing and treating their illnesses, and easing their passing at the end of life, you will be assured of your reason why,” he said.

“And every time you look into your patients’ eyes, and listen to them intently, it will become clear that you are an OUWB-trained physician – one who is culturally aware, compassionate, and competent. Your dream achieved.”

Carpenter closed with four words of encouragement for the students:

“Your time is now!”

Future physicians from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine’s 16th class were the stars Friday in one of the school’s signature events — the White Coat Ceremony.

08/07/2026

It's been a full week of orientation for the OUWB Class of 2030 — all leading up to today's White Coat Ceremony at 2 p.m.!
If you can't be there in person, please join us via livestream at https://www.youtube.com/live/BoiLqDdpzmA

Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine White Coat C...

08/04/2026

OUWB's 16th class had a busy Monday as its members took the next big step toward becoming physicians and began medical school.

It was the first day of orientation for the OUWB Class of 2030 — a day that started with a welcome from Christopher Carpenter, M.D., Stephan Sharf Dean, OUWB, and wrapped up with an ice cream social.

The school’s newest M1s also participated in teambuilding exercises at an on-campus ropes course, had lunch with M2s, wrote a letter to themselves (to be opened at commencement in 2030), and more.

The rest of the week also will be jam-packed as the new medical students learn all about OUWB. It culminates with the OUWB White Coat Ceremony this Friday.

Full story: https://www.oakland.edu/medicine/news/2026/orientation-begins-for-the-ouwb-class-of-2030/

07/31/2026

Lifting student voices, fostering unity, and advocating effectively are among priorities for this year’s OUWB Medical Student Government Executive Board.

That’s according to Courtney Shields, rising M2, and president of this year’s board.

The other board members are Sarah Sheena, vice president; Rani Randell, secretary; and Francis Wells, treasurer.

“We are receptive and want to know what matters the most to people,” said Shields. “I’m somebody that is always responsive, ready to listen, and take action when things are brought to me.”

Lifting student voices, fostering unity, and advocating effectively are among priorities for this year’s OUWB Medical Student Government Executive Board.

07/29/2026

Students starting at and returning to OUWB’s campus this year will be welcomed with technology upgrades in the school’s two main lecture halls.

The changes have been in the works for more than two years and were completed over the summer.

“This latest investment in technology improves not only instruction, but the testing environment as well,” said one school official. “We have flexible, well-equipped spaces that will allow our faculty to (advance) in the next best direction for curriculum enhancement and design.”

Students starting at and returning to OUWB’s campus this year will be welcomed with technology upgrades in the school’s two main lecture halls.

07/24/2026

An Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine student has been named recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Medical Student in Michigan Award from the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians.

M4 Jordan Kamen was presented the award at the organization’s annual conference held July 18 on Mackinac Island.

“It is an incredible honor to receive this award,” said Kamen. “I’m grateful to the mentors, classmates, and physicians who have encouraged me throughout medical school and helped shape my path toward family medicine.”

An Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine student has been named recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Medical Student in Michigan Award from the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians.