Ben found out today that he has been
elected to Alpha Omega Alpha.
elected to Alpha Omega Alpha.
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) is the only medical school
honor society in the world. It seeks to recognize and perpetuate
excellence in the medical profession by promoting scholarship and
research in medical schools, encouraging a high standard of character
and conduct among medical students and graduates and recognizing high
attainment in medical science, practice and related fields.
At Virginia Commonwealth University, it means that Ben is in the Top 16% of his medical class. Med Students given this honor are selected using not only class rank and boards, but also other criteria: research, class officer, volunteer
service and other unique activities that distinguish an exceptional
student.
Way to Go Ben!
