AMSA
AMSA's Local Chapter Project Directory
| PROJECT DESCRIPTION/CONTACT INFORMATION | |
| Project title | Global AIDS Day 2006 |
| Project type(s) | Other |
| Date completed | 12/01/2006 |
| Chapter | University of New Mexico SOM |
| Project Coordinator | Camille Puronen |
| Summary of project | Wrapped 30% of chairs in lecture hall to represent the highest rate of HIV infection in Africa. Distributed unsigned letters-to-senator in support of current legislation funding HIV/AIDS treatment and research. Set up "Empty White Coat" display in library and flyered school buildings. |
| Content area | HIV/AIDS |
| Number of participants | 10 |
| Participant hours involved | 30 hour(s) |
| PROJECT PLANNING | |
| Coordinator roles | |
| Coordinator hours | hour(s) |
| FUNDING & ADVERTISING | |
| Total project cost | $50 |
| Project funding | Donation |
| Funding breakdown of sources and/or donations: | |
| Project advertising | Flyers, displays, decoration of lecture halls. |
| PROJECT EVALUATION | |
| Success rating (1 = unsuccesful, 5 = very successful) |
4 |
| Lessons/suggestions | Contact school administration in advance to arrage optimal place for displays. |
