TTUHSC Medical Alliance

End of Year Newsletter

2012-01-30T13:35:00.001-06:00

January Event

2012-01-20T23:05:00.002-06:00

Carissa Hunold, Nicole Reed, Holly Prze,
Sherry Moreno, Laura Stennett, Karen Coleman, and Claire Fisher

We had lots of fun being artsy at Painting with a Twist!

January/February 2012 Newsletter

2011-12-10T10:29:00.001-06:00

Walk to End Alzheimer's!

2011-11-07T23:31:00.000-06:00

We raised a total of $1,620 for the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's this year! We had a fun time walking and supporting this great organization! Thank you to the Alliance walkers and to the family and friends that donated to support us.

December 2011/January 2012 Newsletter

2011-11-05T19:04:00.000-05:00

October/November Newsletter

2011-09-07T21:57:00.001-05:00

New Alliance T-Shirts

2011-08-14T16:19:00.003-05:00

Don't forget to pick up a new Alliance t-shirt!

We wear the t-shirts at several events including all charity walks, bake sales, etc...

Returning Members: $15

New Members: shirt included with your membership fee

Book Club

2011-08-14T16:07:00.005-05:00

We had a great time at our first Book Club meeting this year! We went to see the movie The Help and picked out our first book to read.

We are reading Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese for our next Book Club meeting. Look out for the Evite, but we will meet the beginning of October. More details to come.

Alliance Officers Recommended Places in Lubbock

2011-08-13T13:09:00.002-05:00

August/September Newsletter

2011-08-08T19:15:00.003-05:00

Book Club Meeting and Movie

2011-08-07T19:37:00.004-05:00

We will be getting together on Saturday, August, 13th @ 2:00pm @ Movies 16(next to Best Buy) to see "The Help". This is our first Book Club Meeting of the year, so bring book ideas!*

We hope you will join us. Contact Karen Coleman @ 239-6630 with any questions.

*You do not have to be part of the Book Club to attend the movie.

2011-07-15T19:15:00.000-05:00

THE TTUHSC MEDICAL ALLIANCE
invites you to our
WELCOME MIXER
Saturday, August 6th at 3:30pm at
Rain Uptown (5217 98th)

Appetizers & Door prizes!!
*Casual Dress
For more information about us, or to RSVP to our Welcome Mixer,
please call Nicole Reed at 214-455-5284, or email us at
ttuhscmedicalalliance@gmail.com

About Us

2011-07-13T18:11:00.000-05:00

The TTUHSC Medical Alliance is an organization for spouses and significant others of medical students, residents, and fellows. It is our goal to support each other and offer a base to build friendships through social activities, community services, and helping the TTUHSC School of Medicine in any way we can.

We are involved within the American Medical Association Alliance and the Texas Medical Association Alliance, and operate alongside the LCG (Lubbock, Crosby, Garza) Medical Society Alliance.

The TTUHSC Medical Alliance schedules a variety of activities throughout the year, designed to help members meet and socialize. These activities include options for members-only, spouse, children, and family events. For more details, please visit the link to our calendar located at the top of this page.

Our Alliance also initiates and participates in a variety of fundraisers and services to benefit the community around us. For the 2010-2011 school year, all the proceeds from one bake sale went to the "Walk to End Alzheimer's" organization as well as raised funds to attend the Walk. For the 2011-2012 school year we plan to raise awareness and money to help fight childhood hunger within Lubbock.

To help raise funds for TTUHSC Medical Alliance activities, we hold Bake Sales where we also sell School of Medicine T-Shirts. We will hold three Bake Sales this year where homemade baked goods donated by members, are sold outside the UMC cafeteria by the south-side elevators. Watch for the dates as to when these will be held throughout the year. A variety of School of Medicine T-Shirt designs for adults and children can be purchased for under $20 at the Bake Sales, and at any TTUHSC Medical Alliance events. To see our T-Shirt designs and for purchasing information, please visit our T-Shirt link at the top of this page.

This year, we have a new goal to help strengthen our connection to the students and faculty of the TTUHSC School of Medicine by offering our assistance and volunteer-power in any way they need. We look forward to helping them and building a lasting relationship.

We strive to offer each spouse a support through their journey through medical school. Join us

2011-2012 Officer Information

President: Claire Fisher
President Elect: Karen Coleman
Treasurer: Jennifer Dickens

Secretary/Website: Nicole Reed
New Membership: Dessie Willnauer
Charity: Laura Stennett

Event/Playgroup Coordinator: Laura Stennett

Care and Concern: Karen Coleman

TMAA Liaison: Claire Fisher

TTUHSCMedicalAlliance@gmail.com

Membership

2011-07-12T14:24:00.003-05:00

Welcome to the TTUHSC Medical Alliance!
The only requirement to join is you must be a spouse or significant other of a medical student, resident, or fellow at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. We welcome all men and women from any culture, background, and religion.

YEARLY DUES:
New Member: $25 (Includes a TTUHSC Medical Alliance: Spouses in Support of Medicine t-shirt)
Membership Renewal: $20

Membership T-Shirt: $15 for returning members

Dues are our primary source of funds to help sponsor the various TTUHSC Medical Alliance Events.

To become a member, please email us at ttuhscmedicalalliance@gmail.com with your name, your spouse's name and year in school, and your contact information.

TTUHSC School of Medicine T-shirts

2011-07-11T14:22:00.000-05:00

Adult and Child T-Shirt Designs

To purchase a T-shirt, please email ttuhscmedicalalliance@gmail.com or call Karen Coleman at (806) 239-6630.

Vitruvian Man

Adult

$20.00

White or Gray

S, M, L, XL, XXL

Child

$15.00

Gray

2/4, 6/8, 10/12

"Guns Up" Skeleton

Adult

$20.00

Gray

S, M, L, XL, XXL

Child

$15.00

Gray

2/4, 6/8, 10/12

Firestation Playgroup

2011-05-13T19:11:00.003-05:00

For the second year in a row we got the opportunity to tour one of the Lubbock fire stations. It is always a big hit with the kids! They let the kids spray the hose and sit inside the firetruck.

February/March 2011 Newsletter

2011-02-09T11:29:00.004-06:00

December 2010/January 2011 Newsletter

2010-12-07T16:16:00.003-06:00

October/November 2010 Newsletter

2010-10-22T16:54:00.007-05:00

Local Art Festivities

2010-09-28T14:14:00.011-05:00

Looking for something artistic and creative to do?? Why not check out these...

OCTOBER FIRST FRIDAY ART TRAIL TTUHSC EVENTS!: (October 1st)

(*The First Friday Art Trail is on the first Friday of every month from 6:00-9:00pm. You can do the trail on your own or take a free trolley to all of the different shows.* )

First Friday Art Trail: 6:00-9:00pm at the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts (511 Ave. K).

Texas Tech Physicians Art Heals - Breast Health Awareness Project: TTUHSC students, employees and community artists (Graffiti Building)

Beyond Borders, Beyond Measures Photography Exhibit: TTUHSC Student exhibit (Icehouse Gallery)

Downtown Art Market: Second Saturday of Every Month from 9am – 3pm
1820 Buddy Holly Avenue (19th and Buddy Holly Avenue – Tornado Gallery)
-Farmers Market, baby stuff, painters, jewelers, clothing/accessories, sculptures, photographers, craft items, glass work, etc…

Carve for the Pumpkin Trail!

2010-09-28T13:31:00.001-05:00

The Lubbock Memorial Arboretum in Clapp Park is holding their second Annual Pumpkin Trail and walk along a lighted trail of carved jack-o-lanterns on the evenings of October 21-24th! They need 1,000 carved pumpkins for their community-built pumpkin trail, and groups who bring ten or more pumpkins will have a sign posted along the trail with their name or logo! If you are interested in donating a carved pumpkin on behalf of the TTUHSC Medical Alliance, please let Heather Witt (806-786-4439) know by October 11th so we can let them know how many pumpkins our group will be donating! To keep them fresh, pumpkins must be carved no earlier than October 18 and can be delivered October 20-21st. How fun to have a chance to see your jack-o-lantern on
display, and our logo along the trail!

Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk

2010-09-28T13:22:00.004-05:00

We raised a total of $2,344.86 for the Alzheimer's Association! Thanks everyone for all of your support in making our charity event a success!

Couples Bowling 2010

2010-09-15T15:18:00.002-05:00

Thanks to everyone who came out and made the Bowling Night a success! Congrats to all the prize winners too!

Thank You!

2010-09-15T09:20:00.002-05:00

The Bake Sale for the Alzheimer’s Association, our charity this year, was a HUGE SUCCESS! We raised $479.86 in only 2 hours! Thank you for showing your support by baking, working the sale and sending friends to buy our yummy treats. Our current total raised is $2,014.86! All of the money raised helps fund grants for research and education within the community, including the HSC.

As part of our charity event this year, we will be participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk on September 25th! There will be live music, a coffee bar, bounce house and more to make this a fun event for you and your family. Wear your Alliance t-shirt the day of the walk. We can’t wait to see you there!

Memory Walk

2010-09-02T08:15:00.004-05:00

Click Here to Join

Welcome Back Party!

2010-08-12T08:58:00.000-05:00

August 2010 Newsletter

2010-07-27T14:20:00.006-05:00

Hey First Years... Come Join Us!

2010-07-09T10:45:00.001-05:00

First Year Meet & Mingle

Click image below for more information:
(this event is for incoming first-years only)

New Member Orientation Luncheon

2010-07-09T10:42:00.006-05:00

Join us at the New Member Orientation Luncheon!

For more information, click the image below:
(This event is for incoming first years and spouses only. If there are any current members who would like to help out at this event, please contact us. )

House For Rent

2010-06-01T13:06:00.002-05:00

House For Rent!!!

This is Kelli Scott and my husband will complete his pain fellowship here at TTUHSC in 4 weeks!!! We are leaving the Lubbock area at the end of June. I thought I would post information on the rental house (6535 7th street) we occupied this last year. It will be available for rent on July 1st 2010. The house is conveniently located at 7th street and Milwaukee, just 10 minutes from the TTUHSC campus. It is a brick house with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2 car attached-garage. It has a nice backyard with a wood privacy fence. The house amenities include wash/dryer hookups, dishwasher, stained concrete flooring, and a wood burning fireplace. Tenants are responsible for providing lawn care and a refrigerator. The rent is $1000.00 per month with an $800.00 deposit. The landlord is very diligent with the upkeep of the house, dependable, local, and willing to work with tenants on any issue. Please contact Barbara Davis at 806-789-3058 for more information or a tour of the house.

Thank You

2010-05-17T16:55:00.001-05:00

We wanted to let you all know that this year our TTUHSC Medical Alliance won an award from the Texas Medical Association Alliance. This award was given to us for increasing membership and participation in our chapter this year. A big thanks to all of you for your support!!!

April Bake Sale

2010-04-10T23:08:00.001-05:00

We just wanted to send a thank you out to everyone who helped bake for our final bake sale of the year. All your help and support is greatly appreciated and helps us to throw bigger and better events for our members throughout the year. We have not set dates for next year's bake sales but will let you all know as soon as we start back up again in September!

Volunteer Center of Lubbock

2010-02-18T22:12:00.004-06:00

If you are looking for some great ways to help out within the community, this is a great link to go to ( click here ). It's a great way to get involved on your own time and schedule. Plus, there are scheduled events that need help too. Below is a copy of their recent newsletter. For more information about the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, visit their website.

Welcome to the Volunteer Center of Lubbock's Volunteer e-Newsletter!

As part of our commitment to the volunteers who want to make a difference in their community, we're providing this resource to help you learn about ways you can serve.

Each month we will highlight upcoming volunteer opportunities and special events, including opportunities for individuals, families, and groups. To explore other ways you can get involved, visit our website at www.volunteerlubbock.org or attend a volunteer orientation!

We're here to help you find the best volunteer opportunity. Contact us anytime at 747-0551 or volunteer@volunteerlubbock.org.

Thanks for getting involved!

Education Matters

Every day, thousands of people across the Lubbock area are affected by poverty, poor child development, a lack of education, and illiteracy. These issues affect children and adults from every background and walk of life. You can make a difference by volunteering for "Education Matters" opportunities.

Education Matters is the Lubbock Area United Way's initiative to address the root causes of these problems by providing services and volunteer opportunities through local agencies. Volunteers are needed in a number of ways, and just some opportunities include playing games and reading books with children, tutoring or mentoring a student, and helping an adult learn how to read.

Volunteers are needed now! For more information about Education Matters and how to volunteer, please contact Brandi Schreiber at 747-0551 or bschreiber@volunteerlubbock.org.

Are you looking for ways
to get your family involved?

Here are a just few examples of ways that you and your family can get involved and serve others in the Lubbock community!*
Flower Pots
Decorate a pot and plant seeds that will grow into beautiful flowers, to give to local nursing homes, senior centers, or shelters.

Pillow Pals
Decorate the hem of a new pillowcase and fill it with items that will make a young person feel comforted in an unfamiliar environment. Tie with a ribbon and label with gender and age. Pillow Pals can be donated to children in group homes, homeless shelters, or domestic violence shelters.

Indoor Recess Kits
Collect all types of games, balls, jump ropes, coloring books, activities, and story books. Pack them into "Indoor Recess Kits". Connect with a school that could use these materials.

To view a listing of agencies who could utilize these things, please visit our website at www.volunteerlubbock.org/volunteer_opportunities

For more information on how to get your family, group, or business involved, please contact Kerbi Smith at 747-0551 or by email at ksmith@volunteerlubbock.org

*Project examples taken from Hands On Network Volunteer Resource.

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities!

February 20th
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Silent Wings Museum
Help to create Archival Hangers for the Silent Wings Museum's Collection of historic clothing and uniforms. Click HERE for more information.

March 16th
2:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Lubbock State School
Volunteers are needed to help with a St. Patrick's Day dance! You can help with food, arts & crafts, dancing, or just interact with the residents. Click HERE for more information.

Early Voting

2010-02-18T22:01:00.006-06:00

Just a reminder that early voting has started and will continue through Friday the 26th for the Democratic and Republican Primary. March 2nd is election day! Don't forget :) Click here for early voting locations and here for polling locations on election day.

For more information about voting, please click here.

Heather Witt

Operation Smile Bake Sale

2010-02-18T16:14:00.003-06:00

We just want to give a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who helped to make the Operation Smile bake sale a hit! Thank you to those of you who baked all the yummy treats, to those of you who worked, and also to those of you who sent people to buy those yummy treats from us! We managed to raise $350 in 2 hours to donate to Operation Smile. I know the kids that will benefit from this money are more than appreciative of our support and donations.

Thanks again for everyone's help and encouragement!

Get FiT Lubbock

2010-02-15T15:35:00.000-06:00

This is an 8 week program (February 15 – April 9) to motivate TTU/TTUHSC/TTU System students, faculty, staff and spouses to increase physical activity and improve nutritional intake.

Get your team of 6 together and register your team online at www.healthylubbock.org/getfit or register in person with cash or check in Human Sciences Room 112. Registration forms are available on the healthy Lubbock website. There are 3 levels of activity from which to choose: Raider Rookie (150 minutes/week/person; Raider Power (270 minutes/week/person or Raider Warrior (360 minutes/week/person). We hope this “levels the playing field” so those who are not quite so active will not feel intimidated.

During the challenge, you will record you minutes of exercise on the healthy Lubbock website. Every team that makes its weekly goal will be eligible for the weekly prize drawing so motivating your team (and being motivated by them) is important! We will have Wednesday webinars that you can view from your computer (TTU) or weekly seminars (TTUHSC) as well as walks on Wednesdays (12:30 pm) and Fridays (12:00 pm) from the Preston Smith statue.

The cost is $8 for students and $10 for Faculty/Staff and Spouses. (Spouses are new this year if you have participated in the past).

Mark February 13 on your calendar for our kick-off event at the Student Rec Center. Visit one of several booths with helpful information from noon – 1pm and then participate in the 1 mile walk or 5 K run.

Registration is open and ends February 13 (without a late fee).If you have questions, please email fittech@ttu.edu or call 742.3046.

I know that this is last minute—I had a difficult time finding someone to send this to—registration is open through Sunday without a late fee and it is just $1 per person after that. We hope you can join us!

Lubbock Lions Club 58th Annual Pancake Festival

2010-02-09T14:27:00.002-06:00

If you are looking for a tasty (and cheap) pancake breakfast, the pancake festival is the place to go! It's all you can eat for a really low price and they never disappoint. Here are all the details...

Lubbock Memorial Civic Center: Saturday, February 20th from 7:00am - 8:00pm

The Pancake Festival features a festive atmosphere with fabulous entertainment, melt in your mouth pancakes and activities for the entire family. New additions this year,for a minimal charge,include a blueberry and strawberry Toppings Bar, a Castle Photo Booth and a Benefit Drawing for 2 Southwest Airlines passes. One hundred percent of the net proceeds goes to charity!

Tickets are $4.50 in advance and $5.00 at the door. For more information call 806-763-4789

www.lubbocklions.org

Operation Smile Bake Sale

2010-02-05T15:05:00.003-06:00

Our February bake sale will be held on Thursday, February 11th from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Our tables will be set up outside of the cafeteria, in front of the South side elevators. All proceeds will be donated to Operation Smile to fund orthodontic care and other services needed by children and young adults with cleft lip and palate. If you would like to make donations or bake goods for the bake sale, please contact Heather Witt at 806-786-4439. Remember, even the smallest donations can make a difference and change a child's life!

Get Fit With King

2010-01-21T14:22:00.000-06:00

Jan. 21st weekly fit tip

*Answer to last weeks Question: How many calories are there in one pound of body fat? 3500 calories

Easy Ways to Cut Calories
(Catherine Kruppa, Registered Dietician)

Eating just 10 calories extra every day could contribute to one pound gained each year.

10 calories/day x 365 days = 3650 extra calories a year

That's just 1 hard candy, 1 nibble of a cookie, a sip of soda, or a thin smear of butter. Just one of these ten additional calories every day could account for the average one pound many Americans gain each year.

An extra 100 calories consumed each day adds up to nearly a pound a month.

100 calories x 30 days = 3000 extra calories a month

That extra pound each month could come from eating just a third of a doughnut, 8 oz of beer, 8 oz of soda, an extra tablespoon of salad dressing, 2/3 oz of chips, or just 10 French fries extra each day. Conversely, if you eat just 100 calories less each day, you can lose a pound a month or 10 pounds a year with very little effort. Just a few small changes can have a major impact upon your weight.

Decrease your food intake by 250 calories per day and increase your exercise by 250 calories per day = 500 calories saved, over a week's time this equals 1 pound. Decrease your food intake by 750 calories per day and increase your exercise by 250 calories per day = 1000 calories saved, over a week's time this equals 2 pounds.

A Simple Approach:
Reduce 8-ounce meat portion to 4 ounce -- save 280 calories
Reduce salad dressing to 1 tablespoon (not 3 tablespoons) -- save 200 calories
Have a crunchy apple snack instead of 1⁄2 c. peanuts -- save 270 calories Exercise:
Walk 36 minutes per day (2-1/2 miles per day) -- save 250 calories
TOTAL CALORIES SAVED= 1000! IN 7 DAYS LOSE 2 POUNDS!

Metabolism Booster:
Eat a lunch full of protein as well as carbohydrates. You will maintain a level blood sugar and prevent sinking spells mid afternoon

* Salad with 3 oz of tuna, chicken or other lean meat
* Cup of bean soup, Triscuits and a low fat string cheese
* Sandwich with 3 oz of lean meat, large apple

*Question of the week: What are core exercises?
Post your answers on the comments
(answer will be on next weeks blog)

King Soledad
Certified Personal Trainer

Get Fit With King

2010-01-14T14:14:00.000-06:00

Jan. 14th weekly fit tip

If you are planning on going snow skiing this year, here are a few tips that can help in your preparation.

Cardio:
The high altitudes and long days will wear you out. If you want to take advantage of all the days that you are skiing, your cardiovascular fitness level will help you with your endurance and your recovery. Try some interval training on the stepmill or stairsmaster. These machines will challenge you from an overall leg endurance workout to a cardiorespiratory workout.

Strength:
In an activity such as skiing, whole body strength will increase your stamina and recovery during and after the activity. Core and stability exercises, bilateral exercises and plyometric exercises can all be incorporated into a program that will increase whole body strength. Here are a few examples of some exercises.

2 – 3 sets of 15 repetitions:
Single leg squat jump and stick
Stability ball single leg hamstring curl
Stability ball single leg squat
Stability ball chest press
Stability ball back extensions

*Question of the week: How many calories are there in one pound of body fat? Post them on the comments.
(answer will be on next week’s blog)

King Soledad
Certified Personal Trainer

Spring Training for Medical Spouses

2010-01-11T15:30:00.003-06:00

After spending the first years of marriage as the wife of a D1 football offensive starter who was majoring in biochemistry and somehow maintaining an incredibly high GPA, being married to an MS1 sounded like a breeze! Who wouldn’t pick having their spouse at home studying in a cozy office instead of on a plane a couple states away trying to study after having spent the afternoon being chased by 300-pound men? The phrase “it can’t be worse than football” became common between me and my football wife friends, and as I prepared for my husband to trade in the pigskin for the scalpel I knew there would be new challenges ahead but was looking forward to them eagerly. I prayed my time spent as a football widow would help prepare me for the transitions to come as a medical student wife and focused on welcoming them with gladness.

I knew in many ways I was “ahead of the game” in becoming a medical spouse because I was already used to spending time on my own and had even come to look forward to it at times. I had also already learned how important my role as a helpmate was to my husband and understood how much he depended on and appreciated all the little things I did to make his path easier. I worked hard to continue encouraging him toward success in this manner and to lighten his load whenever possible.

I quickly discovered the lessons carried over from our football days were in many ways as beneficial to me as they were to my husband. For example, I’ve found much wisdom in the saying “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach” and quickly learned the best way to lure him out of his office for a study break is with a tasty snack! Some of our best times together have been shared over a home-cooked meal, and eating is one of the few things a medical student can take a study break for without feeling too much guilt. Although it’s still not fun doing the dishes after, I am looking on the positive side… the grocery bill has gone down since I’m not feeding a football player anymore!

Another lesson carried over from football days is the importance of having great medical student spouse friends. Having friends in the same boat who turn would-be nights home alone (while husbands are studying) into fun movie nights with the girls is a priceless treasure. It is also important to find other couple friends who understand the crazy schedule that comes with medical school and will not be hurt or think they are being avoided because of the difficulty of planning outings together. Still, perhaps the most important lesson I still rely on today is that the best way to deal with people who do not understand our situation and are sometimes quick to pass judgment is to smile sweetly and ignore them.

My “on-the-field-training” as a football wife certainly did make the first year of medical school much easier for me as a medical spouse, and I often find myself still as a second year spouse feeling thankful for the lessons learned early. A few other things I’ve learned along the way are: when you have vacation time, take one; have a budget and stick to it; keep your schedule flexible so you can be around when he is; find a hobby to fill your time while he’s studying (preferably a quiet one if he studies at home); and (if he studies at home) invest in some good earplugs for him or some good headphones for you so you can watch your favorite TV shows (audibly – ha!).
So close your eyes, take a deep breath, and relax. It’s going to be fine. The good news is it is nowhere near as bad as everyone tells you it will be, and the few times it may come close are great for your “back in my day” stories you will someday tell your grandchildren. If you are reading this now, you are already ahead because you understand how important it is to plan for what’s coming up and are taking advantage of some of the great resources available to you through the Medical Spouse Alliance and other similar organizations and groups. Relax and enjoy the adventure!

-Amanda Schaefer-
Second Year Spouse

Get Fit With King

2010-01-06T22:19:00.002-06:00

If you are looking for a gym or a personal trainer, you should definitely check out this promotional deal King has going on. Here it is...

2010 New Years Package at Zach's Club
This is King's personal package to people interested in personal training and a gym membership. If you are already a member at Zach's club, you can still take advantage of the personal training package.

Gym Membership and Personal Training:
1 year membership at Zach's club for $320 with no enrollment fee
8 1/2 hr. sessions for $200 or 12 1/2 hr. sessions for $300, this boils down to $25 a session.
(The sessions are to be used in the month's of January and February)
Total cost would be $520 or $620

Normally the cost of membership at Zach's club would be $500 a year + $100 enrollment fee. 8 1/2 hr. sessions are normally $360 and 12 1/2 hr. sessions are $540.
That is a saving of at least $440

This promotion can only be accessed through King and is not directly affiliated through Zach's club. For more information, please contact King Soledad at kingsoledad@gmail.com.

Get Fit With King

2009-12-17T16:37:00.001-06:00

Dec. 17th weekly fit tip:

How to Avoid Those Extra Holiday Pounds
(Catherine Kruppa, Registered Dietician)

Research has shown that the average person gains nearly 7 pounds between Halloween and New Year’s Day. Here are some tactics to keep you from being a statistic!

* Don’t tell yourself, “It’s okay, it’s the holidays.” That opens the door to splurging all the way through.
* Don’t go into a party or holiday meal starving. Eat a snack before you go and make sure it contains some protein: 1⁄2 a turkey sandwich, yogurt and piece of fruit or a can of water packed tuna.
* At a buffet, fill up on healthier foods such as turkey, lean cuts of beef vegetables and fruit. And only go through the buffet line once!
* Ask the host or hostess if you can bring a dish or dessert. Then, bring one that is healthy.
* Instead of eating everything at a holiday dinner, choose the foods that are special to that holiday. For instance, eat some dressing, but pass on the mashed potatoes and rolls, which you can have anytime of year.
* Give it away! After company leaves, give away leftover food to neighbors, doormen or delivery people, or take it to work the next day.
* Don’t be overly concerned about losing weight during the holidays, if you can maintain, you will be ahead of the game.
* Plan some healthy family activities, such as a game of touch football, ice-skating or an evening walk.
* At parties, mingle and converse, rather than sticking by the food table.
* Wait for 20 minutes after a meal before deciding to eat dessert.
* Don’t neglect your regular healthy routines, such as going to the gym.

Have a safe, happy and healthy holiday.

King Soledad
Certified Personal Trainer

Happy Holidays!

2009-12-11T16:30:00.004-06:00

We just wanted to thank everyone who made it to the Holiday Party. We had a blast and always enjoy seeing everyone! Congrats to Jill Barton who won the "Tacky Sweater Contest". There was definitely no question that she was dressed tackiest...from head to toe! We hope you enjoy your movie night!

We want to wish everyone Happy Holidays and Happy New Year. We hope everyone enjoys their break from school work and enjoys having their spouses around for a few days :)

We have events planned for next year and will get the newsletter out to you by the end of this month so that you can see those event dates and times. Also, we are still in the process of planning some of our events for the spring, so if you would like to host an event or have an idea about something you would like to see on our calender, please let us know!

We hope to see everyone soon!

Get Fit With King

2009-12-10T14:49:00.002-06:00

Dec. 10th weekly fit tip:

Exercise do’s and don’ts during pregnancy

Exercise has been proven to be a great thing for both the mother and child, but it is important to understand what you should or shouldn’t do in regards to exercise. The evidence in favor of exercise during pregnancy is so strong that the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists encourage pregnant women to do moderate exercise for at least 30 minutes every single day. Studies have shown that very physically active women can benefit from continuing their high volume exercise routine well into their pregnancy. Although exercise can be beneficial, you should always consult your doctor before starting an exercise regimen.

Do’s and Don’ts

As most people set goals for either losing fat or gaining lean muscle, your focus should be on maintaining your fitness while gaining a healthy but not excessive amount of weight.

Your next focus should be on hydration, heart rate and body temperature. By ingesting 500ml – 1000ml of fluid during every workout can help maintain your hydration and manage your body temperature. During exercise, your heart rate shouldn’t climb higher than 70% - 75% of your maximum heart rate. If you can hold a conversation and not feel like you are out of breath is an indication that you are under that range.

As your body prepares for childbirth, your ligaments and joints are loosen which can make you more susceptible to soft tissue injury. Therefore, activities and exercises that would increase soft tissue injury should be minimized. Stick with aerobics classes specifically designed for pregnant women. Also, low joint impact activities such as swimming, stationary bike, stair climbing, walking and elliptical machines are preferred.

Lastly, you can perform resistance training while pregnant. It can be the most beneficial activity a pregnant person can do. Choose exercises that support and strengthen your spine that use your core/abdominal muscles and that would maintain a “neutral” spine. Free weights would be the most ideal. After your first trimester, you should avoid exercises that have you lie flat on your back. It can reduce blood flow to your brain and also your uterus.

After this is all said and done, the research is clear, women can and should do a regular exercise regimen during pregnancy. Be sure to stick to these guidelines and if you are new to exercise, start very slow.

King Soledad
Certified Personal Trainer

Holiday Party

2009-12-08T12:57:00.002-06:00

Hey Everyone!

Just a reminder about our Holiday Party tomorrow at Jenny Thomas' house at 7pm. If you need the address or need directions, please call Heather Witt at 806-786-4439. Olive Garden will be served for dinner and it's bring your own beverage.

Hope to see everyone tomorrow!

Thanksgiving Dinner Photos

2009-12-05T02:03:00.002-06:00

Here are some of the photos from the Thanksgiving Dinner. We all had a blast and the food was SO great! Thanks to everyone who came and to everyone who helped out to make this event happen.

Get Fit With King

2009-12-03T12:46:00.002-06:00

Dec. 3rd weekly fit tip:

Circuit Training

Circuit Training is basically performing exercises with minimal rest periods. Exercise order is a key component in this type of training to utilize your time wisely. In this routine, you will incorporate an upper body movement, followed by a lower body movement, and lastly an assistance exercise, all considered one set. This routine will minimize the length of rest periods between exercises and maximize the rest between body areas.

Circuit #1
Set 1
Walking lunges – 24 steps
Shoulder press – 12 reps
Planks – 1 min.
Rest 30 sec. and repeat x 2

Circuit #2
Set 1
Step-ups – 24 steps
Bent over rows – 12 reps
Stability ball leg curls – 1 min.
Rest 30 sec. and repeat x 2

Circuit #3
Set 1
Deadlifts – 12 reps
Chest press – 12 reps
Russian twists with medicine ball – 1 min.
Rest 30 sec. and repeat x 2

All this should take approximately 30 min. You may use dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells, or machines for these exercises. Doing this routine a few times a week is a great way to end this year and start the new year with a bang.

King Soledad
Certified Personal Trainer

Give-4-Kids Extravaganza!

2009-11-22T18:12:00.003-06:00

Good Morning to members and families of the TTUHSC Medical Alliance. We are so excited to present to you the Give-4-Kids Extravaganza, our fund-raising event for 2010. This event will be held March 6, 2010 from 11am to 3pm at the new Bodyworks Family Life Center on 4th Street between Slide Rd and Loop 289.

At the Extravaganza, Bodyworks will provide a rock wall, spider climb, and other events for kids. We are also organizing food venders, raffle items, as well as a silent auction. It should be a great family event and a day of fun. All of the proceeds from the event will be donated to UMC Children’s Hospital.

Since this is going to be a big event, we are beginning to plan and are seeking volunteers to help make it a success. In order to get everything done, we need volunteers with experience in many different areas. We need people to help us in advertising (specifically experience with press releases and interacting with the media), organizing volunteers, and getting auction/raffle items donated. Of course, we will also need help the day of to carry out the event.

So please, if you are willing and able to help us while we are in the planning stages we readily welcome your help. It is going to be a big day and we will need a lot of support.

If you would be interested in helping us get this event going, please let Jaidi and Melanie know at give4kidslubbock@gmail.com.

We look forward to working with you to make this event a HUGE Success!

Get Fit With King

2009-11-19T12:11:00.001-06:00

Nov. 19th weekly fit tip:

Beat the bulge on Thanksgiving.

You don’t have to eat yourself in a stupor on Thanksgiving Day, instead enjoy the meal and know when to say when.

What to expect on the dinner table:
4 oz. Roasted Turkey Breast without skin – 153 cal., .08g fat, 34g protein, 0g carbs.
3 oz. (1 slice) Honey baked ham – 125 cal., 5g fat, 18g protein, 2g carbs.
1 cup mashed potatoes – 237 cal., 8.8g fat, 4.2g protein, 35.5g carbs.
1 oz. Brown gravy – 110 cal., 2.9g fat, 3.2g protein, 17.8g carbs.
1/4 cup cranberry sauce – 110 cal., 0g fat, 0g protein, 25g carbs.
1 dinner roll – 84 cal., 2g fat, 2.4g protein, 14.1g carbs.
1 pat of butter – 20 cal., 2g fat, 0g protein, 0g carbs.
3 oz. candied sweet potatoes w/marshmallows – 130 cal., 1.5g fat, 1g protein, 31g carbs.
1/2 cup of Green Bean Casserole – 130 cal., 7g fat, 3g protein, 12g carbs.
1 oz. Stuffing – 205 cal., 1g fat, 3g protein, 21g carbs.
2.75 oz (1/16 of 9” diameter) Apple pie – 205 cal., 9.7g fat, 1.9g protein, 28.8g carbs.
2.75 oz (1/16 of 9” diameter) Pumpkin pie – 158 cal., 7.2g fat, 3.5g protein, 20.5g carbs.

Wine: 6 oz.
Sauvignon Blanc – 144 cal.
Pinot Grigio – 135 cal.
White Zinfandel – 128 cal.
Pinot Noir – 138 cal.
Merlot – 141 cal.
Cabernet Sauvignon – 136 cal.

Beer: 12 oz.
Budweiser – 145 cal.
Bud Light – 110 cal.
Michelob Ultra – 95 cal.

*Note portion size

Have a great Thanksgiving!

King Soledad
Certified Personal Trainer

Reminder!

2009-11-12T14:44:00.004-06:00

Hey everyone! Just a reminder that tomorrow is our Thanksgiving Dinner. It starts at 6pm and will be held at the medical school in room 2b152. The Alliance is providing turkey, ham, stuffing, drinks, and the rest is pot luck! We also have arts & crafts for the kid's entertainment. We hope to see everyone tomorrow! For questions, call Heather at 806-786-4439.

Thanks!
Heather Witt

Get Fit With King

2009-11-12T14:44:00.001-06:00

Nov. 12th weekly fit tip:

The Dynamic Warm-up

Most people generally warm up with a slow jog and some static stretching. Studies have shown that this type of warm-up can actually decrease a muscles power production and does not prepare the joints and musculature for the actual movements and angles attained during exercise and activities.

Ground based calisthenics or neuromuscular, active/dynamic warm-up methods prepares the body for activity and addresses biomotor abilities used during exercise that would include speed, strength, power, coordination, flexibility, endurance and balance. This method of warm-up also increases your core body temperature, which is important for performance and a decrease in the chance of injury.

Here are some examples of a dynamic warm-up:
∑ Jumping jacks
∑ Vertical pogo jumps (quick hops off the toes)
∑ Power skips
∑ Side shuffles
∑ Back pedals
∑ Side lunge walk
∑ Walking straight leg raises
∑ Mountain climbers
∑ Supermans
∑ Pushups

This should take less than 10 minutes and if done correctly, you should feel like you just had a workout. This is a great way to prepare you every time for exercise and activities.

King Soledad

Get Fit With King

2009-11-05T11:59:00.000-06:00

Nov. 5th Weekly fit tip

How to calculate your target heart rate range:

Heart Rate Training is a great tool to use in your exercise program. It shows you how much stress you can put on your body instead of using the “Feel Method”. The “Feel Method” is “I feel like dying on this treadmill”, while your Heart Rate says “it’s only been 5 minutes, keep on going!”

Most fitness professionals use the Heart Rate Reserve Method or Karvonen Method.
The Formula:
Age-predicted maximum heart rate (APMHR) = 220 – age
Heart rate reserve (HRR) = APMHR – resting heart rate (RHR)
Target heart rate (THR) = (HRR x exercise intensity) + RHR
Do this calculation twice to determine the target heart rate range (THRR)

*To get a reliable resting heart rate, check it as soon as you wake up in the morning (before your first sip of coffee). Count your pulse for 15 seconds, multiply the number by 4 and that is your resting heart rate (RHR).

Example:
A 25-year-old person with a resting heart rate (RHR) of 60 beats per minute (bpm) is assigned an exercise intensity of 65% - 80% of functional capacity.
220 – 25 = 195 (APMHR)
195 (APMHR) – 60 (RHR) = 135 (HRR)
Lowest number of the person’s target heart rate (THR) = (135 x .65) + 60 = 147
Highest number of the person’s target heart rate (THR) = (135 x .80) + 60 = 168
The target heart rate range (THRR) is between 147 to 168.

Here is the formula without all the acronym’s:
220 – 25 = 195
195 – 60 = 135
(135 x .65) + 60 = 147
(135 x .80) + 60 = 168
King Soledad
NSCA, Certified Personal Trainer

Get Fit With King

2009-10-29T12:26:00.001-05:00

Oct. 29th Weekly fit tip

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

Skipping breakfast leads to:
Decreased productivity
Irritability
Fatigue at mid-afternoon

High Energy Breakfast Guidelines:
Feel satisfied by including whole grains, fruit, and a low fat or nonfat dairy food.
Combining a high fiber complex carbohydrate with protein will provide a stable energy source throughout the morning.
Expect breakfast to keep you full for about 3 hours.

Home & Office Breakfast Ideas: (approx. 300 calories)
1 cup cooked oatmeal made with nonfat milk
¾ cup blueberries sweetened with Splenda

Egg white omelet made with cooking spray, veggies, salsa
1 slice Whole wheat toast
1 cup fresh berries
Nonfat latte

The Scott Family

2009-10-23T19:46:00.002-05:00

If you would like to follow updates on the Scott family and Aubrey's progression, the website is miracleon7thstreet.blogspot.com .

Thanks for everyone's support to help this family. This is what makes the Medical Alliance so great! We all can come together to help support one another when in need and families are miles away. We thank each and every one of you because that's who makes it possible :)

-Alliance Officers

Get Fit With King

2009-10-22T12:48:00.001-05:00

Oct. 22nd weekly fit tip

Interval Training, an alternative to conventional cardio:

Interval Training is a method of conditioning that uses alternating periods of work and rest. There are two primary methods of performing interval training. 1. Using a set time for work and a set time for rest. 2. Calculating an appropriate recovery time using heart rate. Today we will just focus on a set time for work and rest.

Rest to Work Ratio:
The longer the interval, the shorter the rest as a percentage of the interval. In other words, short intervals with a high demand on the body will require longer rests when viewed as a percentage of the interval.

Here are some interval rest recommendations:

15 sec. sprint with 45 sec. rest for a beginner (3:1), 30 sec. rest for advanced (2:1)
30 sec. sprint with 1 – 1 ½ sec. rest (3:1 or 2:1)
1 min. sprint with 1 – 2 min rest (2:1 or 1:1)

As the interval gets longer, the recovery time doesn’t need to be as long as it relates to the interval. A 2 min. interval may only need to be followed by a 2 min. rest.

The biggest benefit of interval training is that you get a great aerobic workout, without the boredom of a long steady state exercise. You can get your heart rate in the recommended aerobic range for 15 to 20 min. and just do 7 – 10 min. of actual work.

Stationary bikes are most recommended for this type of training because you can work really hard and not injure yourself.

King Soledad
NSCA – Certified Personal Trainer

Contest Winners

2009-10-19T14:24:00.004-05:00

We just wanted to thank everyone for their comments on the blog for our giveaway! We are working hard to get those ideas going so that you all can read more about the things you suggested. If you yourself would ever like to make a post on our blog, please email us (ttuhscmedicalalliance@gmail.com).

Congrats to Jill Chandler, Allison Theodosis, and Emily Cooper for winning the Woodhouse Day Spa gift cards! We only chose 3 winners because there were only 3 people who posted before the deadline.

Thanks again to everyone who participated!

Get Fit With King

2009-10-15T13:06:00.003-05:00

Oct. 15th weekly fit tip

Exercise of the week: Squat to 2 arm dumbbell press
Difficulty level: Intermediate

Benefits: Integrated total body strength production and improved total body neuromuscular efficiency.

Begin with feet shoulder width apart with feet pointing straight ahead. Hold dumbbells at chest level with palms facing body. Perform a squat keeping lower extremities in proper alignment. Activate glutes and stand to a fully upright position. Once stabilized, press the dumbbells overhead until both arms are fully extended with palms facing forward. Slowly return dumbbells back to the chest and repeat. Remember to breathe throughout the whole exercise.
Start with light-medium weighted dumbbells. Do 3 sets of 12 reps with 30 seconds rest between each set.

King Soledad
NSCA - Certified Personal Trainer

A Wonderful Giveaway

2009-10-14T23:05:00.003-05:00

Four lucky people have a chance to win a gift card to Woodhouse Day Spa! All you have to do is make a comment on one the blog posts. In your comment, please list at least one thing you would like for us to blog about in the future or list someone you would like for us to get to make an appearance on our blog and what you would want them to blog about. All entries must be submitted by MIDNIGHT on October 16th, so you have until late Thursday evening to get your ideas submitted :) A reliable source will choose the lucky winners from the bowl of names who entered. Good luck!

A Big Thank You

2009-10-13T14:27:00.003-05:00

A big thanks to everyone who donated for the bake sale last week. We sold every last item that was there! It was an all around great day, and wouldn't have been possible without the help of you all! Our next bake sale is on November 12th from 11am-1pm outside of the south side elevators next to the cafeteria. The Evite will be out on a later date. We appreciate everyone's support and hope to see you soon!

Race For The Cure

2009-10-11T16:33:00.004-05:00

Hey guys a quick post about the Race For The Cure! We raised $590 dollars and that is great! We had a fun time, the weather was a little cold at first but it ended up perfect! Thank you so much to everyone who signed up and supported our efforts to help the community. We are a group that fellowships one another but we are also a group who loves to help our community. I feel strongly that we have a great opportunity to help those who are on need through this organization. You are guys are great I hope we can continue to serve together!
Thanks,
Sarah Thomas

Get Fit With King

2009-10-08T10:22:00.004-05:00

Whenever someone asks me any questions about losing weight or toning up their body, they usually expect me to answer with a cure-all exercise program. My reply back to them is always “how is your nutrition.” Proper nutrition is the #1 key for managing your weight. A successful method for long-term weight management is using a food diary. People lose 10% more weight when they keep a food diary. Keeping a food diary will help you identify bad eating habits, such as poor food choices or grazing all day.

Many great web-based food logs are available. These tools help you to see where your calories are coming from (i.e., fat, carbohydrates, protein, and alcohol) and can assess whether or not you are meeting fiber and vitamin & mineral requirements. Calorieking.com and fitday.com are some examples of online food diaries.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at kingsoledad@gmail.com

-King Soledad

The Polar Express in Lubbock

2009-10-05T22:23:00.004-05:00

I just wanted to let everyone know about the West Texas Polar Express. If you haven't seen it, you must check it out. It is something fun and exciting for the family and kids during Christmas time. Last year tickets sold SUPER FAST, so if you plan on going, book your tickets FAST!

The Maize

2009-10-02T13:35:00.004-05:00

If you haven't been, you must go! They have a HUGE corn maze(as pictured)...big enough for adults...a large pumpkin patch, hay rides, farm animals, corn cannons, a mini maze, yummy food, and lots more! It is definitely fun for the WHOLE family. Click HERE for more information about "The Maize" and for hours of operation.

A Word From Dr. Berk.

2009-09-29T14:19:00.002-05:00

TTUHSC Medical Alliance-

Creating the best possible working and learning environment for medical students is a high priority of the Dean’s office.

We are also very privileged to have students who are supporting our community- through such service projects as the homeless clinic, barbershop blood pressure program, Komen Race for the Cure, March of Dimes, Diabetes, and Heart Walk, Deans Ambassadors, City Lights, SNMA Scholarship Banquet, and many other such activities. The TTUHSC Medical Alliance is a strong partner in making West Texas a great place for medical students and their families, and assisting in community projects. I want to fully support the work of the Alliance. We will work together to plan students get to together breakfasts, the Be Wise Immunize event, and other programs that they create.

Steven Berk M.D.

Vice President for Medical Affairs

Dean

Texas Tech Health Science Center

School of Medicine

Couple's Bowling Night

2009-09-22T13:27:00.005-05:00

A big thanks to everyone who came out and bowled with us on Friday! We had a blast and I think everyone we talked to was sore the next couple of days. I know Chance and I were! Here are some pictures from the night. Click here to view them individually

Residency Review by Families site

2009-09-19T10:15:00.001-05:00

Hey everyone,

I have created a site that I hope will in the future become really useful to a lot of us. I have been doing a lot of research on the 40 different cities my husband has applied for residency in and have had a hard time finding specific information that tells what the residents families thought of the program. I know that there are some resident spouses in our group. I am looking to gather information on various specialties and cities around the country. This site is not just for me. It is my hope that it will become a great site with lots of information for spouses of resident applicants to gather information on their prospective locations.

Residency Reviews by Families

If you would like to contribute, take a look at the page. You can find a post about blog post directions here.

Please feel free to pass this info on to any other residency spouses around the country as well !I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks for your input!

Apple Butter Festival

2009-09-11T15:20:00.003-05:00

Hello Everyone,

Just wanted to let everyone know about the "Apple Butter Festival" at the High Plains Orchard in Idalou, TX this weekend.

It's fun for everyone with or with out kids. I know a lot of people who go every year and love it! Here is the information they have on the website about it:

Come join us for the Apple Butter Festival celebration, September 12th-13th, 2009.

On September 12^th & 13^th, Apple Country Orchards and Metropolitan Lubbock Rotary Club will host the 14^th Annual Apple Butter Festival, 10 am - 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday. The festival offers a fun filled weekend for the whole family.

The festival features activities and entertainment for all ages. Live bluegrass, country, and gospel music will be offered both days. Performers include Paul Davidson, Joe Gillis, Kim Townsend and more.

Children will enjoy the petting zoo and miniature horses, lots of children's crafts and activities, and face painting. Children and adults can relax and enjoy hay rides through the apple trees, a visit with Johnny Appleseed, a Space Slide for the kids, craft booths in the orchard and LOTS of APPLE PICKING.

A benefit BBQ lunch with beverage will be offered all day for $5. Fresh apple turnovers and Bluebell ice cream are $2.

All these events and more will take place at Apple Country Orchards, located 4 miles east of Idalou on Highway 62 & 82, just 15 minutes from Lubbock. Admission is only $3 per person and children under 6 can enter free. Our address is 12206 East Hwy 62, Idalou, TX 79329.

All proceeds from Festival activities benefit the South Plains Food Bank Rotary Apple Orchard, Meals on Wheels, and other charities.. We appreciate and want to thank our Festival sponsors for all they do in support of the Festival, United Supermarkets, Mayfield Paper Co, Blue Bell, River Smith, Mt Blanco Sales, and Goodart Candy.

Come join the fun !!!!

Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!

Please Excuse Our Mess!

2009-09-03T20:13:00.002-05:00

We are working hard to update our blog to make it more meaningful and helpful to you! Please excuse the mess. We should have all links updated shortly. We will let everyone know as soon as it's all finished!

Thanks!

Thank you!

2009-08-29T22:41:00.003-05:00

I just wanted to take a minute to thank everyone for coming to the Welcome Back Brunch today! We had such a wonderful turn-out and we are all so thankful for that. I love when all the hard work and the countless hours put into these events really pays off!

Libby White really outdid herself as well, and we couldn't have possibly thanked her enough. We look forward to working with her throughout the next couple of years. As soon as she gets information about how we can also join the County Alliance, we will pass it along to all of you.

We hope to see everyone again at the couples bowling event on September 18th at Brunswick South Plains Bowl from 8-10pm. More information to come this week!

Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.

Heather Witt :)

Patches For White Coats

2009-08-22T20:47:00.003-05:00

Hello to all! I Just wanted to let everyone in on the "secret". Well, it's actually not a secret, but it seems like it is because no one knew the answer to my question!

Chance wanted to make a second white coat so that he could alternate while I wash his dirty one. I started asking around and FINALLY found out where to buy extra patches. You can purchase the patches in the basement of the school at the Post Office (seemed odd to me too, so that's why I assumed it was some kind of secret thing). They are only like a couples dollars. The white lab coats can be purchased at any of the scrub shops... you just have to pick the one you want/like best.

Heather

Save the Date!

2009-08-04T14:55:00.002-05:00

Hey Everyone! I just wanted to remind everyone to save August 29th for our annual Welcome Back Party! It is most likely going to be around 10:30 or 11:00am. As a reminder, the Welcome Back Party is for new, previous, AND any potential members! If you know anyone who has a spouse or significant other in medical school or is a resident, please bring them along with you! We are working out the final details of this event and will send out invites as soon as possible!

Hope to see everyone there!!

Heather

MS1 Orientation

2009-06-18T13:32:00.006-05:00

Hello to all! I thought I would let everyone know that we are having our annual orientation luncheon. The Alliance provides this luncheon every year for the first years and their significant others/spouses. This luncheon is for incoming first years only, but I wanted to let everyone else know what was happening because we do need volunteers to help provide childcare if needed. This is such an important activity for the potential members and their families. We all remember what it was like to be first years. We will have all kinds of information about the alliance, medical school and Lubbock for the spouses. We will also provide a yummy lunch for the first year medical students and their significant other/spouse. We hope all first years and their significant others/spouses will plan to attend as it will be beneficial to everyone! If any member has interests in helping out please let us know! Thanks guys I hope you are having a fantastic summer!
Sarah Thomas

OTB

2009-06-09T16:35:00.002-05:00

Hey All just wanted to remind you we will be at On The Border tonight(TUESDAY). We will be there at 6pm and the Alliance will buy the appetizers so come on up and chat with us we would love to see you! Sarah

Just a Little Reminder...

2009-05-28T21:44:00.002-05:00

Just wanted to remind everyone about the Family Picnic tomorrow, Friday the 29th. It will be located at Wagner Park (26th & Flint) at 6:00pm. It is fully catered by Texas BBQ and all paid for by the Alliance! We hope to see everyone there! It will be LOTS of fun :)

Cinemark

2009-05-20T10:42:00.002-05:00

Hey everyone... I found this from a friend and wanted to share. I have no clue when it starts or anything.

Here is the main website... http://www.cinemark.com/summermovieclubhouse/index.htm then just click on Tineltown-Lubbock, TX

Heather

Our First!

2009-05-15T00:45:00.003-05:00

Hello to all! The new officers for 2009-2010 just had our official first meeting! It was delicious, fun, productive and late! It was great to have all the new perspectives coming into leadership roles in the Alliance but yet have one goal in mind. We all want to better serve the members of the Alliance and our goal is unified. We are so excited about this coming year a lot of fun things to look forward too! We hope everyone can come to the End Of Year Picnic at Wagner Park on May 29th we hear it is going to be a good one. Great BBQ, fun games, picnic blankets on the green grass, great friends and all on a warm Lubbock summer night! I can't wait! Hope to see everyone there!
Sarah Thomas

Blog Update

2009-03-02T13:32:00.002-06:00

I have been busy this morning, updating our blog to reflect more of the Alliance. I have added in a calendar at the bottom of the page that will be updated with all of our activities whenever they are planned. I have also included a link to the calendar for the medical student schedule. There are lots of helpful links on the side bar, all of which were included in the Newsletter this month. I am also working on building a list of blogs of our members. So if you have a blog and would like to have it listed on our blog, please let me know and I will add it to the list. If you would like to receive emails whenever something is added to the blog, then you can click the Follow button in the left hand column. You can also select Subscribe at the bottom of the page if you would rather follow it in a separate reader. There is also a link to our photo albums at the very bottom of the page, below the calendar. Anytime we add pictures to our Picasa Web Album, they will be added here. If you have pictures that you would like added, just email them to us or share your web album.

With all of the additions that we have added, the google pages website that we had previously built, (though not well updated) has basically become obsolete. OUr blog will now serve as our primary website, so feel free to refer friends to the website if they want more information!