Official Newsletter of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine’s Service-Learning Program
VOL. 1 iSSUE 3 • september 2024
From the Team
Lauren Roth, M.D.
Holly Nuthmann, L.M.S.W.
Maya Rivera
Welcome Class of 2028!
The Service-Learning team was thrilled to welcome the Class of 2028 to Einstein during new student orientation. Together with our community partners and the Montefiore Office of Community Affairs the Service-Learning team hosted another incredible Bronx Day event! See more information below.
Welcome ESLACS!
Einstein Senior Leaders in Advocacy and Community Service
This year, Service-Learning has welcomed a new cohort of 34 fourth year students to serve as part of Einstein Senior Leaders in Advocacy and Community Service (ESLACS). These senior students will be serving as peer mentors across our focus areas for our pre-clerkship students and will also have the opportunity to work on their own independent service projects. Please join us in celebrating these amazing students!
Campus. Community. Connected.
Bronx Day 2024
In partnership with the Office of Student Life and our partners at Kings Harbor Multicare Center, New York Junior Tennis & Learning, Moshuolu Montefiore Community Center, Montefiore Arts and Integrative Medicine Program, United High School for Advanced Math and Science II, and La Morada Mutual Aid Kitchen, the Service learning Program was thrilled to host another annual "Bronx Day" for Einstein's incoming class of 2028. Students had the opportunity to hear from Council Member Oswald Feliz as well as Marcos Crespo and Melissa Cebollero from the Office of Community Affairs at Montefiore before heading out into the community to hear from our community partners and tour the Bronx for themselves!
Class of 2028 students with Dr. Shikta Gupta at Kings Harbor Multicare Center
Class of 2028 students at New York Junior Tennis League
Class of 2028 students at United High School for Advance Math and Science II
Class of 2028 students with La Morada owner Marco Saavedra
Students in Service
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James Baldwin Outdoor Learning Center Vegan Food Festival
On August 31st, second-year students Joelle El Hamouche and Zoe Lockhart teamed up with the James Baldwin Outdoor Learning Center to bring nutrition education to the local community at their Vegan Food Festival. We extend a special thank you to our partner, Melanie Zuniga, a dedicated community dietitian from the Food Bank for New York City, and Kaili Delos Santos, a public health intern, who both joined the students in engaging festival attendees in meaningful discussions about nutrition and the benefits of a vegan diet.
The event’s food demonstration was a hit thanks to Joelle, Zoe, Melanie, and Kaili’s engaging presentations and educational materials.
Friends of Pelham Parkway Back-to-School Giveaway
On August 31st, second-year students Jessica Lin, Emma Gordon, and Andres Pasuizaca joined forces with Friends of Pelham Parkway for an incredible giveaway event, providing much-needed book bags to students heading back to school. This event followed another successful Back-to-School Supplies Giveaway held by Friends of Pelham Parkway on August 28th.
A heartfelt thank you to Friends of Pelham Parkway for their unwavering commitment to supporting our community members and enhancing the greenspace in our neighborhood!
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United Charter High School for Advanced Math & Science
“At United Charter High School for Advanced Math & Science, we welcomed back our former Einstein Mentors to support our rising seniors with their college essays. The med students gave individualized support to students who wanted to sharpen their personal statements as they begin to prepare for the college admissions process. Meanwhile, at the school, we welcomed back our upperclassmen for College Connect appointments throughout the week of August 25th, where they discussed post-secondary plans and did a transcript analysis with their guidance counselors in order to prepare for their junior and senior years. We look forward to another exciting school year at AMS II!”
-Daniel Milbrand, AMS II Assistant Principal
HERO High Healthcare Pathways Kickoff Event
On September 6th, Einstein Service-Learning second-year students Izzy Ilan, Hailey Reisert and Kayla Kaplan joined Montefiore's Community Workforce Programs at HERO High School for the annual Healthcare Pathways Kickoff Event. HERO High students explored healthcare careers, networked with professionals, and heard from Einstein students who shared their experiences and encouraged them to pursue opportunities in healthcare. The event fostered a sense of community and excitement about future possibilities in the field.
Clerkship Corner
July 17th Health Fair
Our third group of clerkship students came together for an exciting and informative health fair in partnership with Harvesting Health Markets through Rap4Bronx and the James Baldwin Outdoor Learning Center. Attendees not only received health education and screenings aimed at promoting overall well-being, they were also able to receive free fresh produce from the Harvesting Health Market.
Attendees also were able to participate in several physical activities with students and chair yoga with a local instructor from the Bronx!
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making this Health Fair an incredible event!
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Rotation 3 students after a successful Health Fair
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August 29th Health Fair
Our fourth group of students supported our partners at the Neighborhood Initiatives Development Cooperation (NIDC) in hosting another eventful community health fair at PS 121.
Attendees appreciated the range of free health screenings, primary care guidance, and interactive workshops on topics such as asthma management, maintaining an active lifestyle, and mental health. The fair also featured a special focus on children's health education, with fun and engaging activities designed to teach community members about the importance of healthy habits and safety practices.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making this event a success, especially our dedicated medical students and community partners who helped create a welcoming and informative environment for all!
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Presentations & Publications
Columbia Grand Rounds
Dr. Lauren Roth was invited to present about Service-Learning at Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Pediatrics Grand Rounds on July 24, 2024. Her presentation entitled “Community Engaged Learning: Building Programs, Sustaining Partnerships, and Fostering Professional Development” described the literature about outcomes related to service-learning and highlighted Einstein’s longitudinal Service-Learning course.
Kudos!
Grassroots Grocery
We’re excited to share that Grassroots Grocery is in the running for the Fan Favorite award at the NYC Imagine Awards! The easiest way to make sure they win $3,000 is by casting your vote!
Vote daily to help Grasroots Grocery secure this prize!
Exciting News from NIDC!
We are delighted to share that Dr. Lauren Roth has joined the Board of Directors of the Neighborhood Initiative Development Cooperation (NIDC). This announcement was celebrated in NIDC's August 2024 newsletter:
“We are excited to announce that Lauren Roth, MD, an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and an Attending Physician in the Division of Academic General Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, is joining NIDC’s Board of Directors. NIDC has an ongoing partnership with the student programs at Einstein, and we are grateful to have Dr. Roth continue this partnership as a board member.”
Congratulations to Dr. Roth on this wonderful new role! We look forward to continuing to grow our partnership with NIDC through the Service Learning course and beyond.
Dr. Lauren Roth, Director of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine’s Service-Learning Program and member of NIDC’s Board of Directors
CBO Feature
The mission of New York Junior Tennis & Learning is to develop the character of young people through tennis and education for a lifetime of success on and off the court. For 50 years, NYJTL has changed lives through tennis and education. Today, it's the largest nonprofit youth tennis and education program in the nation, serving 85,000 K-12 NYC youth.
NYJTL by the Numbers:
- 3,000,000 participant hours of year-round programs in tennis, academics, healthy living and character development for NYC youth
- 500,000 hours of free community tennis in 100% of NYC council districts
- 75,000 kids reached through tennis training for PE instructors in all 5 boroughs
- 10,000 children mentored annually by 500 dedicated NYJTL staff
- 50+years of continuous service
Background Photo: Einstein students at NYJTL for Bronx Day 2024
CBS News Highlight on NYJTL
Upcoming Events
Enjoy a preview of exciting events and activities from our upcoming collaborations with our partner community based organizations.
25th Anniversary ECHO Gala
We are thrilled to announce that the Einstein Community Health Outreach (ECHO) Free Clinic will be hosting their 25th Anniversary Gala on November 14th.
The Einstein Community Health Outreach (ECHO) Free Clinic is a student-run, physician-supervised clinic located in the Bronx, NY. For the past 25 years, medical students at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine have partnered with the Institute for Family Health to provide essential health services to the uninsured population of the Bronx. To support these efforts, the annual ECHO Gala was established as a gathering where community members, alumni, and students dedicated to the mission come together to show their support and strengthen the cause. The funds raised at the Gala contribute to patient services and community initiatives, ensuring that ECHO can continue to offer high-quality care, expand its programs, and address the growing healthcare needs of the community.
Join the ECHO team this November for the annual ECHO Gala to celebrate 25 years of service to the Bronx community. Your participation helps the clinic continue providing free, high-quality care to those in need, ensuring the ECHO clinic remains a crucial resource for the uninsured.
The event will be held at Maestro’s Caterers. Hors d’oeuvres, a premium open bar, buffet, and a silent and live auction will be available. Part of your ticket contribution and all donations will be tax-deductible.
Purchase Your Ticket Here!
Saturday Produce Party: Volunteer to Drive Out Food Insecurity!
Looking for a way to make a meaningful impact this weekend? Join the Grassroots Grocery Produce Party every Saturday and help bring fresh produce directly to our neighbors in need!
How you can help:
- Drive: Bring your car, and deliver fresh produce to community drop-off sites.
- Pack: Unload, sort, and pack thousands of pounds of fresh produce with fellow volunteers.
- Drive AND Pack: Combine both tasks—pack the produce and then drive it straight to the people who need it most.
Volunteers meet at 1750 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469 (Gun Hill Commons) to get started.
BOLD: Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
BOLD (Bronx Oncology Living Daily) is tabling at a African Heritage Month Celebration!
- Date: Saturday September 28th 2024
- Time: 3pm-8pm
- Location: AECOM Robbins Auditorium 1300 Morris Park Avenue
If you are interested in volunteering, attending or getting involved please reach out to Christina Martinez.
If you are a student who is interested in general volunteer opportunities with BOLD you may sign up using the button below.
2024 Harvesting Health Markets
The Bronx’s FREE Harvesting Health Markets will continue through November! Hosted by The Bronx County Historical Society, Rap4Bronx, and the Skyline Charitable Foundation, the Harvesting Health Markets provide free fresh produce grown in upstate New York to community members in the Bronx.
Located at the Bronx Museum of History at 3266 Bainbridge Avenue. Harvesting Health Markets will occur every other week from June through November!
James Baldwin Outdoor Learning Center Farmers Market
Visit the JBOLC Garden Community Farmers Market every Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm, mid-June through October, at Goulden and Sedgwick Avenues near DeWitt Clinton High School. The market accepts SNAP/EBT and offers NYC Health Bucks—spend $2 in SNAP, get $2 in Health Bucks (up to $10 daily). Enjoy fresh produce and double your buying power!
“The Air We Share” Town Hall Event
On September 21st from 12pm-2pm the MTA, Empire Clean Cities, James Baldwin Outdoor Learning Center, Rap4Bronx, FEaST, The Bronx is Breathing, and Montefiore Einstein are coming together to host The Air We Share Town Hall. This event will highlight the accelerating NYC Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Bus and Infrastructure Deployments happening in the Bronx in 2025!
Friends of Pelham Parkway City of Forest Day
City of Forest Day will take place on Saturday, October 26th, from 11:30 am to 1 pm at Pelham Parkway North and Wallace Ave! Friends of Pelham Parkway will be hosting a table to share valuable information about the importance of trees and how to protect them. Come by for one-on-one conversations with community members and learn how you can contribute to a greener, healthier city.
Friends of Pelham Parkway Halloween Treats Walk
Get ready for a spooky and fun-filled evening at the Halloween Treats Walk on Thursday, October 31st, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm! Join Friends of Pelham Parkway on White Plains Road and Astor Ave as we walk with kids from store to store along the Pelham Parkway Commercial Corridor, collecting candy in collaboration with local businesses. We’ll also be handing out glow sticks to keep everyone safe while enjoying the festivities. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Halloween with your community!
New Settlement 2024 Halloween Block Party
Join New Settlement for a Spooktacular Community Celebration on October 26th from 12pm-3pm on the New Settlement Community Campus! This event will include prizes and giveaways, games and bouncy houses, music and performances, a costume contest, and delicious food!
New Settlement is actively looking for volunteers for this event!
Immanuel Cares Yankee Derby Fundraiser
Join Immanuel Cares for a delightful afternoon of derby-themed fun at their Yankee Derby Fundraiser! This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with community partners and supporters while helping raise funds for a new mobile unit. This unit will enhance Immanuel Cares' ability to host more CARE Hub and CARE Hub Junior events in NYC and Jamaica, broadening their outreach and support for those in need.
Event Details:
- Date: September 28th
- Time: 2:00 - 6:00 PM
- Location: Eastwood Manor, 3371 Eastchester Rd, Bronx, NY 10469
Montefiore Adaptive Sports Event
Join Montefiore Adaptive Sports for a fun-filled morning of tennis on Sunday, September 29th, from 10 AM to 12 PM at the tennis courts in Williamsbridge Oval Park! Whether you're a seasoned player or trying tennis for the first time, this event is open to all skill levels and abilities. Enjoy a supportive and inclusive environment, meet new friends, and get active in the fresh air. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
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