Welcome to Univ of Pennsylvania SOM Local LGBTPM Chapter Mission As part of a national organization, LGBTPM at Penn is one of five chapters in Philadelphia. Our mission is to ensure a safe and friendly academic environment for both LGBT students and faculty in the medical community at Penn. We are a group of LGBT medical students and straight Allies who have a firm commitment to embracing diversity on this campus, by providing resources, support, and a friendly community for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender medical students. We also work towards educating the medical community regarding LGBT health concerns and welcoming LGBT applicants, by answering any questions they might have about LGBT life at Penn. Premed Applicant Information We are a group of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender medical students and our straight allies. We are dedicated to advocating for LGBT patients, supporting LGBT students, and raising awareness among the medical community. LGBT Events LGBT Resources Penn's LGBT Center Penn has the only stand-alone LGBT campus center of any American university. It is an amazing resource for all LGBT and questioning students at Penn. Gay 101 - LGBT/Plus One Curriculum Not available at this time Non-Discrimination Policy Statement University of Pennsylvania Non-Discrimination Policy The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran in the administration of educational policies, programs or activities; admissions policies; scholarship and loan awards; athletic, or other University administered programs or employment. Questions or complaints regarding this policy should be directed to Valerie Hayes, Executive Director, Office of Affirmative Action, 3600 Chestnut Street, Nichols House, Suite 228, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6106 or 215.898.6993 (voice) or 215.898.7803 (TDD). Contact Information Student Contact: Scott Walter LGBTPM+ member School's Website: http://www.med.upenn.edu/ School Advisor: Maggie Krall LGBT Organization: Penn Med LGBTPM http://www.med.upenn.edu/lgbtpm Email: Penn-LGBTPM@googlegroups.com Listserve: Penn-LGBTPM@googlegroups.com Last Updated: 04/17/08