Student Organizations

Ohio Podiatric Medical Student Association

The Ohio Podiatric Medical Student Association serves as the governing branch of the student organizations and student body at KSUCPM. It is an affiliate of the American Podiatric Medical Student Association (APMSA) and the Ohio Podiatric Medical Association (OPMA). OPMSA is led by a president, president-elect, and executive board, which coordinates all facets of student activities, including local and national affairs, business administration, clinic management, public information, and extracurricular activities. Each year, OPMSA coordinates presentations by Residency Directors, an annual symposium, social events, and a senior book. On a national level, OPMSA represents the students in all academic and national affairs concerning the profession of podiatric medicine and podiatric medical education.

Pi Delta National Honor Society

Pi Delta National Honor Society — Beta Chapter Pi Delta is the National Podiatric Honor Society demonstrating high standards of intellectual and scholarly activity. A student may become a candidate for active membership in the Pi Delta Honor Society and participate in chapter activities and meetings who:

Has a grade point average of at least 90 percent (3.6/4.0) or its equivalent.
Is in the top 20 percent of his/her class.
Has completed a minimum of two years of scholastic work applicable toward the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.
Possesses an aptitude for achievement in the art and science of podiatric medicine.
Possesses high moral character.
Demonstrates leadership ability.

Active membership may be granted after the second year to the podiatric medical student who:

Has a grade point average of at least 90 percent (3.6/4.0) or its equivalent.
Has completed a suitable scholarly activity as determined by the Pi Delta advisor at the institution in which the student is enrolled. The possibilities include: Preparation of a paper suitable for publication. The format of the paper is to be designated by the individual college.
Active involvement in a research project that includes a written description by the student of his/her participation in the project and verification of participation by the principal investigator.
Completion of an oral or poster presentation at a national, state, local or institutional meeting.
Possesses an aptitude for achievement in the art and science of podiatric medicine.
Possesses high moral character.
Demonstrates leadership ability.

For questions contact the Office of Student Affairs.

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