AAMC RISE: Developing Future Leaders in Academic Medicine & Science. The goal is to help students build leadership skills and knowledge that are vital to both their journey as a medical student and their future as a leader. The program’s curriculum focuses on four core areas: Relationships, Influence, Self-awareness, and Effectiveness.
The two-and-a-half-day leadership development seminar provides a foundation in leading self and leading others. Areas of focus include increasing self-awareness, improving interpersonal and team communication, establishing personal wellness practices, developing strategies for being a part of a successful team, embracing a growth mindset, making the most of mentor relationships, learning techniques for productivity and time management, strengthening skills to influence and motivate others, and more.