MOA Student Membership

The Michigan Osteopathic Association (MOA) has a strong connection to osteopathic students, particularly the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. In 1959 the MOA declared its primary goal was to establish a College of Osteopathic Medicine. Through the 1960's, the MOA worked to find a location for the college, lobby legislators for funding and generate funds from MOA members. Some of those first students have spent their careers as MOA members.

Student membership in the MOA is FREE!

Join the MOA online form

What are the benefits of student membership?

• MOA Events at MSUCOM Campuses
The MOA hosts two free luncheons at the MSUCOM East Lansing, Macomb and DMC campuses during the year: "Meet the MOA" and "MOA Legislative Advocacy Luncheon."

• Student Track Program

Each year the MOA Student Liaisons host a "Student Track" program during the MOA Annual Spring Scientific Convention. The program offers presentations and panel discussions.

• Scientific Research Exhibit Competition
Each spring and fall, the MOA hosts a Scientific Research Exhibit (SRE) Competition with poster and oral presentations. Cash awards and the opportunity for fame await!
For more information, visit the SRE Competition webpage.

• Legislative Advocacy
The MOA advocates for osteopathic medical students and physicians for positive health care legislation at the Capitol in Lansing. Decisions made today will affect your practice tomorrow!

Mini Medical SChool • Stay Connected
The MOA keeps you connected with important information regarding the osteopathic profession and community health issues through The Pulse, our e-newsletter, social media and the www.domoa.org website.

• Volunteering Opportunities
The MOA is an active advocate for community health issues, hosting various events throughout the year.

• Continuing Education
The MOA continues your education through discounted Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs because your education does not stop upon graduation from medical school.

Student Liaisons

As a student liaison, you are able to attend and assist with promoting all MOA-hosted events.

Student Liaison Committee / Students Apply to become a member of this MOA Committee

As a student liaison, you attend and assist with promoting all MOA-hosted events. You are also invited to represent MOA at various community events Student Liaisons throughout the year.

The MOA Student Liaison Committee is dedicated to communicating student needs and planning outstanding events to keep students in osteopathic programs across the state connected with the MOA and each other. The committee includes student liaisons from all three Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine campuses (East Lansing, Detroit Medical Center and Macomb University Center).

FAQ’s

1.) What is the Michigan Osteopathic Association?

The MOA is YOUR state association! MOA represents more than 7,000 osteopathic physicians and medical students. Learn more at DOMOA.org.

2.) What does the MOA DO for you?

Advocates for osteopathic physicians and positive health care legislation
Communicates through the email newsletter, social media (Facebook & Twitter) and website (www.domoa.org).

3.) What are student benefits of membership? In addition to the benefits listed above, students enjoy several more targeted benefits of membership:

The MOA hosts free luncheon and dinner lectures throughout the year
Attend the free MOA Student Program and Reception at the Annual Spring Scientific Convention in May
One of the most prestigious awards for MSUCOM students is the MOA Outstanding Graduating Senior Award, presented with a monetary award to one student each year.

Application for Student Liaison

Student Representation on the Board of Trustees

The MOA maintains a Student and Intern/Resident Trustee on the Board of Trustees. This tradition ensures that the voice of the next generation of physicians is represented in the board's decision making process.

Powers, Kyra

Kyra Powers, OMS-II - MSUCOM

Student Trustee, Co-Director Department of Education
President of Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA)

MOA MSUCOM Class of 2028 Liaisons


Lauren Bradford, DMC	Nishtha Kakar, DMC	Kirthika Krishnan, DMC	Megan McClellan, DMC

Kathleen Zink, DMC


Saad Amin, EL	Nia Kepes, EL	Maliha Khan, EL	Shayan Khan, EL

Rayyan Latif, EL	Natalynn Qaji, EL	Giavanna Russano, EL	Leen Sharba, EL


Tasnim Ahmed, MUC	Nazia Haque, MUC	Jack Reamy, MUC	Seema Shah, MUC

MOA Class of 2027 Liaisons

Jia Yi Koh, DMC	Hussein Saleh, DMC


Lauren Jernstadt, EL	Michael Khaghany, EL	Brieanna McFarren, EL


Yasir Mehmood, EL	Paige Stearn, EL


Mabintou Darboe, MUC	Cooper Myer, MUC	Rameesha Shaheen, MUC