The 5 Most Impactful School of Medicine Stories of 2024
As the year comes to a close, the St. George’s University School of Medicine community has much to be proud of. An expanded clinical site network in the US, 940+ US residency placements, and several new and improved campus facilities are just some of the exciting benchmarks of 2024.*
Take a look at some of the most impactful SGU News SOM stories of 2024. Then, go ahead and read our The 5 Most Impactful School of Veterinary Medicine Stories of 2024.
1. Match 2024
Match Day 2024 marked a significant milestone in the careers of SOM grads.
This year, more than 940 SOM students and graduates secured residency positions in the US.* There were matches in 22 specialties including surgery, child neurology, diagnostic radiology, and more.* Match 2024 was particularly notable for the Rienzo family–SGU alums and brothers, Francis Rienzo, MD ’88 and Peter Rienzo, MD ’85, witnessed their children match into residency, Emily Rienzo, MD ’24 and Jake Rienzo, MD ’24, respectively.
Read what it felt like to Match in 2024 and about the Rienzo family legacy
2. Campus Enhancements
As SGU continues to improve its campus for students, faculty, and staff, 2024 saw some exciting new additions and upgrades. The campus added a dog park, a multifaith prayer area, a new large animal farm, and tiki bar. The University also upgraded many classrooms and dorms.
See the new campus enhancements of 2024
3. White Coat Ceremonies
First term med students marked the start of their professional journeys to become doctors during this year’s White Coat Ceremonies. During the ceremonies, students affirmed their commitment to the study of medicine, pledged to adhere to values of humanism, and took an oath of professionalism.
Check out SGU Welcomes Aspiring Physicians and Veterinarians at Fall 2024 White Coat Ceremonies in Grenada
4. SGU Students and Alumni Give Back After Hurricane Beryl
On July 1, 2024, Grenada and its sister islands, Petite Martinique and Carriacou, were hit by Category 5 storm Hurricane Beryl. In the wake of the destruction, St. George’s University students stepped up to aid in the recovery and rebuilding efforts. These efforts included assisting nursing staff, fixing damage to roofs and other structures, beach cleanups, organizing donations for supplies and funds, and more.
The SOM Alumni Association also played a critical role in gathering resources post-hurricane by raising more than $77,000 USD.
Read more about SGU students’ relief efforts and SOM alumni’s charity drive for Grenadians impacted by Beryl
5. US Clinical Site Network Expands
SGU added new sites for clinical students to complete their rotations in Arizona, Georgia, and Florida this year.
“We are excited to offer students more opportunities to train in the US,” said Dr. Daniel D. Ricciardi, executive vice president of SGU’s clinical network development. “These clinical site additions allow SGU to expand upon a system that has proven successful not only in the education of our medical students, but also in creating a community for students to thrive.”
Read SGU Adds 4 Clinical Sites for Med Student Core Rotations; Expands Hands-On Training Locations to Arizona
*Data as of October 2024
— Juliette Kimmins
